Unique Opportunity to Transform Brazilian Education: MEC Opens New Announcement with Dozens of Slots in Free Doctorate Course for History Teachers with National Selection

Want to Pursue a Free Certified Doctorate in History? Unique Opportunity: MEC Opens 179 Spots at the Most Renowned Universities in Brazil.

Enrolling in a doctorate recognized by MEC, aimed directly at teaching practice in History, may be the next step to transform your career. The ProfHistória 2026 – Professional Doctorate in History Teaching has 179 spots open across Brazil, offering a unique opportunity for continued education for those working in Basic Education.

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The national selection process is already underway and promises to attract teachers interested in improving the teaching of the subject in public and private schools.

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Continued Education with Direct Impact in the Classroom

Coordinated by the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and offered nationwide, ProfHistória was created to strengthen teaching in History in Basic Education.

According to the organizing committee, the goal is “to value the teacher and bring academic research closer to the reality of the school.” Recognized by CAPES/MEC, the course is in-person and leads to the title of Doctor in History Teaching.

Classes can take place from Monday to Saturday, varying according to each associated institution. The course combines in-person meetings, guided research activities, and in-depth seminars, creating a bridge between theory and practice.

Research Lines of the MEC Program

Candidates must align their projects with one of the research lines of the doctorate:

Historical Knowledge in the School Space – focused on teaching and learning inside schools.
Languages and Historical Narratives: Production and Dissemination – that explores books, films, maps, digital media, and other forms of historical narrative.
Historical Knowledge in Different Memory Spaces – research in museums, urban spaces, cultural centers, civic festivals, among others.
Teaching History and Public Policies – exclusive to the doctorate, includes investigations into educational and social policies related to teaching.

Spots and Participating Institutions

In total, the process offers 179 spots spread across 38 associated higher education institutions throughout all regions of the country. There are opportunities at universities such as UFAC (Acre), UFC (Ceará), UFRJ (Rio de Janeiro), UFRGS (Rio Grande do Sul), UFSC (Santa Catarina), UNIFESP (São Paulo), among many others.

North

UFAC – Federal University of Acre (AC): 6 spots
UNIFAP – Federal University of Amapá (AP): 6 spots
UFPA – Federal University of Pará (PA): 4 spots
UNIFESSPA – Federal University of Southern and Southeastern Pará (PA): 5 spots
UFNT – Federal University of Northern Tocantins (TO): 6 spots
UFRR – Federal University of Roraima (RR): 6 spots
Total North region: 33 spots

Northeast

UESB – State University of Southwest Bahia (BA): 3 spots
UNEB – State University of Bahia (BA): 5 spots
UFC – Federal University of Ceará (CE): 3 spots
URCA – Regional University of Cariri (CE): 6 spots
UFMA – Federal University of Maranhão (MA): 6 spots
UFPB – Federal University of Paraíba (PB): 3 spots
UPE – University of Pernambuco (PE): 6 spots
UFPE – Federal University of Pernambuco (PE): 3 spots
UESPI – State University of Piauí (PI): 6 spots
UERN – University of the State of Rio Grande do Norte (RN): 6 spots
UFRN – Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (RN): 4 spots
UFS – Federal University of Sergipe (SE): 6 spots
Total Northeast region: 57 spots

Midwest

UFG – Federal University of Goiás (GO): 6 spots
UEMS – State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (MS): 6 spots
UNEMAT – State University of Mato Grosso (MT): 3 spots
UFMT – Federal University of Mato Grosso (MT): 4 spots
Total Midwest region: 19 spots

Southeast

UFU – Federal University of Uberlândia (MG): 5 spots
PUC-Rio – Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): 3 spots
UERJ – University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): 5 spots
UNIRIO – Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): 5 spots
UFRJ – Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): 3 spots
UFF – Fluminense Federal University (RJ): 3 spots
UFRRJ – Rural Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): 6 spots
UNIFESP – Federal University of São Paulo (SP): 6 spots
Total Southeast region: 36 spots

South

UEM – State University of Maringá (PR): 6 spots
UEPG – State University of Ponta Grossa (PR): 6 spots
UNESPAR – State University of Paraná (PR): 3 spots
UFPR – Federal University of Paraná (PR): 4 spots
UFSM – Federal University of Santa Maria (RS): 3 spots
UFRGS – Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (RS): 3 spots
UFSC – Federal University of Santa Catarina (SC): 3 spots
UDESC – University of the State of Santa Catarina (SC): 6 spots
Total South region: 34 spots

General Summary

North: 33 spots
Northeast: 57 spots
Midwest: 19 spots
Southeast: 36 spots
South: 34 spots
Total: 179 spots in 37 higher education institutions

This coverage ensures that teachers from various states have access to a high-quality doctorate course without needing to travel long distances.

A large part of the spots is funded by the Stricto Sensu Graduate Program for Qualification of Public School Teachers (PROEB/CAPES), reinforcing the character of free course for public school teachers, although candidates from other networks can also participate, within the limit of 30% of the spots.

How the MEC Selection Will Work

The selection process will have three stages:

Assessment of the Research Project’s Adequacy – the candidate must submit a project of up to 15 pages, articulating their background with the research proposal.
Oral Exam – in-person interview, recorded in audio, evaluating the consistency of the proposal and its relation to teaching practice.
National Review of the Projects – an examining board will assign grades based on criteria of relevance, coherence, and potential for application.

The final score will be the weighted average between the oral exam and project assessment. In case of a tie, preference will be given to the one with the higher score in the oral exam, and if the tie persists, the older candidate will be preferred.

Requirements to Participate in the Free Doctorate Course from the Ministry of Education

To register, you must be licensed in History with a diploma recognized by MEC and work as a teacher of the subject in Basic Education.

The spots are primarily intended for public school teachers, but teachers from other networks may compete for remaining spots.

Additionally, it is necessary to present a research project, have internet access for registration and document submission, and be available for in-person classes.

Timeline of the Selection Process

Applications and Project Submission: August 21 to October 9, 2025
Preliminary Results of the Project Assessment (Stage 1): October 20, 2025
In-Person Oral Exams: November 3 to 5, 2025
Final Results of Stage 3: December 22, 2025
Enrollment: beginning of 2026, according to a specific notice

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Open Applications

Interested parties must register by October 9, 2025, at the site econ.rio.br/profhistoria. The fee is R$ 150.00, and only after payment confirmation will the registration be validated. The title of Doctor in History Teaching awarded at the end of the course will have national validity, expanding the possibilities for academic and professional engagement.

If you are a History teacher looking for solid qualifications, do not miss this chance to enroll in an innovative doctorate that combines research, teaching practice, and social impact.

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Unique Opportunity to Transform Brazilian Education: MEC Opens New Announcement with Dozens of Slots in Free Doctorate Course for History Teachers with National Selection

Want to Pursue a Free Certified Doctorate in History? Unique Opportunity: MEC Opens 179 Spots at the Most Renowned Universities in Brazil.

Continued Education with Direct Impact in the Classroom

Research Lines of the MEC Program

Spots and Participating Institutions

How the MEC Selection Will Work

Requirements to Participate in the Free Doctorate Course from the Ministry of Education

Timeline of the Selection Process

Open Applications

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How the MEC Selection Will Work

Requirements to Participate in the Free Doctorate Course from the Ministry of Education

Timeline of the Selection Process

Open Applications

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