Study in Brazil - Portuguese Language & Brazilian Culture (in Portuguese) - ISEP Exchange
As the fourth largest city in the world and the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere. São Paulo is the cultural and financial capital of Brazil, and one of the top cities for study abroad in Latin America (QS Best Student Cities Ranking). With world-renowned nightlife, excellent cuisine, a lively fashion scene, 223 cinemas, 92 theatres, 11 cultural centers, 70 museums and dozens of historic buildings, there is always something new to explore in this metropolis of 21 million people. São Paulo is also a melting pot of different cultures, with large Italian, Arab and Japanese communities.
Located in Higienópolis, one of the most traditional districts of São Paulo, Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado was originally founded in 1947 as a foundation to support fine arts. The Museum of Brazilian Art, the FAAP Theatre and the Artist in Residence program make FAAP one of the most prominent institutions promoting arts and culture in the region of São Paulo. Today, FAAP is considered one of the most important and respected academic and cultural institutions in Brazil, and FAAP’s Executive MBA is considered one of the best in the country. FAAP prepares future business, public, cultural and artistic leaders, with a mission to promote both teaching and the arts and provide its students with a well-rounded education.
The Extensive Portuguese Program is a great fit for students who want to learn Portuguese in an immersive environment. ISEP students immerse themselves in Brazilian culture and daily life by taking university classes with local students and living in the community. The university has an active student body, and ISEP students can participate in sports teams, cultural activities and student groups.
Course Description
The Extensive Portuguese Course at FAAP offers immersive language learning and practice in the context of the culture, history, geography, literature and current events in Brazil. No prior Portuguese language experience is required.
Courses combine Portuguese language classes with Brazilian history and culture classes. All courses are instructed in Portuguese, at the appropriate level. There is a total of 285 contact hours per term, and a term runs for 18-19 weeks.
The Extensive Portuguese Course is taught at two levels:
- Extensive Portuguese Course I for sudents with no prior language experience or a beginning (A1) level of Portuguese
- Extensive Portuguese Course II for students at the low intermediate (A2/B1) level in Portuguese
Students who already have an intermediate level of Spanish may enroll for an additional fee in the pre-session Intensive Portuguese I for Spanish Speakers to fulfill the requirements of Extensive Portuguese I, and then continue with Extensive Portguese II during the semester.
Students may also concurrently enroll in one or more courses within the Study in English program during the semester for an additional fee.
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On your ISEP course list, please simply list “Extensive Portuguese Course”. FAAP will contact you to determine your exact level of proficiency, and decide what level course you should enroll in. Course availability is subject to minimum enrollment.
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