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Want To Do A Degree For Free? Ufal Opens 600 Spots For Free Distance Learning Courses
Ufal (Federal University of Alagoas) announced a new announcement for the 2025 Simplified Selection Process of the Open University System of Brazil (UAB), offering 600 spots for free courses in degree programs in distance education (EaD).
Applications are already open and can be made exclusively online until March 9, 2025. The available courses cover essential areas for teacher training and are distributed across ten face-to-face support centers located in various cities in the state.
Ufal Expands Access To Higher Education With Free Courses In The EaD Modality
Ufal has been increasingly investing in the democratization of higher education and, with this new offering, it strengthens its commitment to the qualification of teachers and education professionals in Alagoas.
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The free courses are part of the Open University of Brazil (UAB) program, an initiative that aims to bring higher education to municipalities where there is no in-person access to federal universities. Thus, even those who live far from major centers can obtain a degree without having to leave home.
The courses offered in this announcement are primarily aimed at teachers from the state and municipal public network of Alagoas, who will have reserved spots, but there are also opportunities for general competition.
What Courses Are Offered By Ufal?
Ufal has made five free courses available for degrees in this selection process. Check out the complete list:
- Pedagogy
- Languages – Portuguese
- Languages – Spanish
- Geography
- Mathematics
The courses are 100% free and feature a hybrid format, combining online classes with mandatory in-person meetings at the support centers.
Where Are The Face-To-Face Support Centers Located?
The selected students will need to attend in-person meetings at one of the following Ufal support centers:
- Maceió
- Arapiraca
- Coruripe
- Maragogi
- Porto Calvo
- Teotônio Vilela
- Boca da Mata
- Olho d’Água das Flores
- Matriz de Camaragibe
- Santana do Ipanema
This distribution ensures that candidates from different regions of the state can access the degree without having to travel long distances.
How Does The Selection Process Work?
The selection for Ufal’s free courses will be conducted in one single stage, based on the grades obtained in Portuguese Language and Mathematics in High School. There will be no in-person exam.
According to Lilian Figueiredo Voss, coordinator of UAB/Ufal, the process was developed to facilitate access to higher education. “This offering reinforces the Ufal‘s commitment to distance education and teacher training, allowing more professionals to access qualifications,” she explained.
In addition to the high school grades, there will be reserved spots for public network teachers, ensuring that educators have priority in the selection.
The vice-coordinator of Cied, Camila Silva, highlighted the modernization of the registration system: “This year, the entire process will be 100% online, including document submission. This makes the selection faster and more accessible for all candidates.”
How Much Does The Registration Cost?
The registration fee is R$ 30.00, but candidates who are part of the Single Register for Social Programs of the Federal Government (CadÚnico) and have a per capita family income of up to half a minimum wage can request a waiver of the fee.
Additionally, the announcement provides for quotas for different groups, including low-income candidates, people with disabilities, and other categories specified in the selection process guidelines.
Where To Register For Ufal’s Free Courses?
Registrations must be made exclusively online, through the Copeve (Permanent Committee of the Ufal Entrance Exam) website.
To register, follow these steps:
- Access the Copeve/Ufal website
- Fill out the form with your personal and academic information
- Attach the necessary documents
- Complete the registration and wait for the results announcement
Candidates must carefully read the announcement, as there are specific rules for each competition category.
About Ufal
The Federal University of Alagoas (Ufal) is the main higher education institution in the state and one of the most respected in the Northeast. With over 60 years of history, Ufal has stood out for its academic quality and commitment to educational inclusion.
In addition to on-campus courses, the university has heavily invested in distance learning, ensuring that a greater number of students have access to higher education without needing to travel to large urban centers.
If you want to take a free and recognized higher education course, this may be the ideal opportunity to change your life!
CLICK HERE AND SECURE YOUR SPOT
Source: Ufal News
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