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Unique Opportunity for Brazilian Students to Broaden Their Horizons
According to Segundo a Segundo, the opportunity to pursue a sandwich doctorate abroad is a significant milestone in the academic journey of many Brazilian students. With the opening of applications for the Institutional Programme for Sandwich Doctorate Abroad (PDSE) by CAPES in 2024, up to 2,976 scholarships are available, offering a gateway to an enriching and transformative experience.
Requirements and Selection Process: How to Prepare to Compete for a Scholarship
For those interested in participating, the process starts with an internal selection at the higher education institution where the student is enrolled in the doctorate. It is essential to observe the deadline, which goes until April 30, to ensure participation. Subsequently, students approved for the scholarship at this stage will proceed to register in the CAPES Application System (Sicapes), which occurs from May 2 to May 16.
During the period abroad, selected students will receive financial support that includes a monthly scholarship, assistance for travel, installation, and health insurance, as well as possible location-based supplements. It is a unique opportunity for immersion in an international academic environment, contributing to the professional and personal development of the scholarship holders.
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Eligibility Criteria and Important Information for Candidates
To ensure eligibility, it is essential that the student is enrolled in a doctoral program, demonstrates qualification for the PDSE, and possesses the necessary language proficiency, attested by the co-supervisor abroad and the supervisor in Brazil. Additionally, it is necessary to be a natural-born or naturalized Brazilian or to have a student visa or residency permit in Brazil, if foreign.
All details regarding the eligibility criteria, selection process, and stages are available in notice No. 06/2024, with additional questions sent to the email pdse@capes.gov.br.
Exploring the academic world through scholarships for sandwich doctoral students abroad is an unmissable opportunity for Brazilian students seeking to enrich their education, broaden their horizons, and contribute to the advancement of science on a global scale.
