University of São Paulo

Portuguese language courses

To promote and strengthen academic and cultural integration, USP offers initiatives that provide free language courses. These courses introduce aspects of Brazilian culture that contribute to the immersion and integration of foreigners in various situations.

VivaUSP! – Online Portuguese Course for USP Exchange Students

VivaUSP! – Online Portuguese Course for USP Exchange Students

The University of São Paulo offers Viva USP, a free course that is part of the university’s internationalization efforts. The course allows participants to become familiar with the cultural and institutional contexts of USP, while also learning common Brazilian Portuguese language structures through dramatized scenes.

The course is innovative, dynamic, and accessible through an intuitive and interactive platform. It is designed for those interested in studying abroad at USP as well as for those already studying or conducting research at the university. 

Comprising 10 chapters, the course includes 30 hours of self-instruction and is recommended for learners with an A1 level of Portuguese. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate.

You can find more information and enrolling criteria by accessing the course presentation page.

We cannot help you with further information about Viva USP as this is a program associated with another USP sector. For questions or technical issues, please contact: vivausp@pecege.com.

Brazilian culture and language for exchange students (PROAID Línguas)

Brazilian culture and language for exchange students (PROAID Línguas)

This course will provide international exchange students with linguistic knowledge to help them understand and use the Portuguese language both inside and outside the academic context. 

The classes will be offered in-person at the AUCANI building, Block B, 3rd floor, rooms 1A/B and 4 (Avenida Prof. Lucio Martins Rodrigues, 310, Cidade Universitária, 05508-020 – São Paulo, SP).

Do you have any questions?

Send an e-mail to aucani.idiomas@usp.br.

Please do not contact other departments within the International Office, as they will not have the most up-to-date information to assist you with language courses.