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Master Portuguese with a Free Online Course from IFSP! There Are 300 Spots for Spanish and English Speakers, with Flexible Classes and a Certificate. Enrollment Opens on 12/18. Don’t Miss This Chance to Enhance Your Language Knowledge and Immerse Yourself in Brazilian Culture Without Leaving Home!
Learning a new language can open doors, but mastering Portuguese, considered one of the most complex languages in the world, is a challenge that many foreigners face when communicating in Brazil.
Now, imagine being able to improve your Portuguese without spending a dime, and with the flexibility to study from home! It sounds like a dream, but it’s exactly what the Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) is offering.
With a total of 300 spots, the Portuguese as an Additional Language (PLA) Course promises to cater to Spanish and English speakers interested in improving their skills in the Brazilian language.
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The initiative is free, 100% online, and applications will be open starting December 18, 2024.
Free and Flexible Course
According to Public Notice No. 103/2024, published on December 10, the course will last 250 hours and will be taught entirely online, through the Moodle platform, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for students from different backgrounds and locations.
The PLA is structured in modules that cater to different levels of knowledge and objectives of the participants:
- E-TEC Portuguese as an Additional Language for Spanish Speakers – Module 1: Recommended for those with basic Spanish knowledge who have never attended a formal Portuguese course.
- E-TEC Portuguese as an Additional Language for Spanish Speakers – Module 2: Aimed at those who already have prior experience in the language and can provide certification from a previous course.
- E-TEC Portuguese as an Additional Language for English Speakers: Available in distinct modules, adjusted to the schedules and needs of English speakers.
Each class will consist of two online meetings per week, over 15 weeks of classes, with lessons lasting up to two hours to facilitate content assimilation.
Who Can Enroll?
According to the Federal Institute, the course is open to anyone interested in learning Portuguese as an additional language.
There is no need to reside in Brazil or be part of the internal IFSP community to enroll.
The only requirements are: to have an Identification Document with CPF or a valid Passport and, in the case of Module 2, to present a proof of certification from the previous course.
The initiative aims not only to teach the basics of the Portuguese language but also to facilitate cultural integration in Brazil.
According to the public notice, the course seeks to enrich the linguistic repertoire of participants and promote interaction with Brazilian culture.
Enrollment and Selection Process
Enrollment for the course begins on December 18, 2024, at 9 AM (Brasília time), and ends on February 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Interested individuals must fill out the form available at the end of the article.
The selection will be made in the order of application, giving priority to the first candidates who meet the requirements described in the public notice. If all spots are not filled, there will be no waiting list.
Those selected will receive an email confirming their enrollment and will have until February 27, 2025, to finalize it.
The course is scheduled to begin on March 17, 2025, and end on July 5 of the same year.
An Opportunity for Cultural and Academic Learning
The IFSP course is more than just a chance to learn Portuguese. It represents an opportunity for cultural insertion and expanding knowledge about Brazilian society.
The interactive approach and division into modules ensure that learning is effective and tailored to students’ needs.
Moreover, the online and free format removes financial and geographical barriers, allowing people from different parts of the world to participate.
Want to Secure Your Spot?
For more information, visit the official website of the Federal Institute of São Paulo (spo.ifsp.edu.br) or contact by email: plaprocessoselevo.spo@ifsp.edu.br.
Sign up now and start mastering Portuguese! Click Here to Access the Enrollment Form!
And you, are you ready to take advantage of this opportunity and dive headfirst into learning Portuguese? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Não consegui, infelizmente o link não abre.
Eu bem que queria muito, sempre tive interesse porque apesar de não ser professora ou qualquer outra coisa que exija no sentido profissional
O link não funciona, penso que seja pelo fato de já ter completado as vagas(essa informação veio dia 19/12 para mim, então infelizmente creio que cheguei tarde demais 😢)