Study Overseas - An Australian Government Initiative

Study Overseas - An Australian Government Initiative

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Brazil

Above all, Brazil is defined by its diversity. It is a melting pot of ethnicities, accents, cultures and beliefs. Wherever you go, you will find countless attractions.

Planning your studies in Brazil

Brazilian Universities are able to offer services for international students. The most popular programs are the Exchange/Study Abroad options, which usually depend on agreements between local and international universities. It is also possible to come to Brazil to study Portuguese, enrol in a full undergraduate or postgraduate degree, as well as in the School Sector.

Brazilian Embassy in Canberra
19 Forster Crescent - Yarralumla
Canberra ACT 2600
Tel: (61-2) 6273-2372 - FAX: (61-2) 6273-2375
Website: www.brazil.org.au
E-mail: brazilemb@brazil.org.au

Brazilian Consulate in Sydney
Level 17 , 31 Market Street
Sydney - NSW 2000 - Austrália
Tel: (61-2) 9267-4414 - FAX: (61-2) 9267-4419
E-mail: consulate@brazilsydney.org
http://www.brazilsydney.org/

Fees and funding

Program fees vary accordingly to the program purpose and length of stay. Public institutions are free of charge for all domestic students and private universities charge tuition fees, which can vary from R$300 to R$3,000 per month. Many public institutions do not charge tuition fees for international students.

Scholarships

CAPES is the postgraduate scholarship body in Brazil.

Tertiary studies in Brazil

The higher education system in Brazil comprises federal, state, municipal and private institutions, offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Private institutions account for 89% of all higher education institutions and are mostly focused on coursework degrees. Most research is developed in public institutions.

There are three types of higher education institutions in Brazil: Universidades, Centros Universitários and Faculdades, all of which offer both undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses. The qualifications obtained in all institutions are the same.

Fees and funding

Program fees vary accordingly to the program purpose and length of stay. Public institutions are free of charge for all domestic students and private universities charge tuition fees, which can vary from R$300 to R$3,000 per month. Many public institutions do not charge tuition fees for international students.

Scholarships

CAPES is the postgraduate scholarship body in Brazil.

Living in Brazil

Costs and budgeting

Brazilian prices vary from city to city. Weekly expenditures might range from $50-$250.

Visa and Entry

Foreigners visiting Brazil can apply for a visa at a Brazilian consulate. A passport must be valid for at least six months, from the time of visa application. For further information on a Brazilian visa, please contact your nearest Brazilian Consulate.

Australians will need to apply for a student visa before travelling to Brazil to study. This should be done through the Ministry of External Relations and the local Consulates and Embassies in Australia.

Links

Department of Immigration – DIM – Divisão de Imigração
Tel: +55 61 3411-6343 / +55 61 3411-6924
dim@mre.gov.br

Brazilian Federal Police (this is where the students will extend their visas, when necessary).

General information on tourism in Brazil