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Portuguese Language Courses

Portuguese language is required. The Portuguese language courses at FAAP offer the opportunity of language learning in different contexts. Culture, history, geography and current themes are some of the topics covered. Classes meet for a total of 60 hours (4 credits) of which 15 hours comprise structured activities for students to consolidate language acquisition and gain cultural awareness. Classes are subject to a minimum of 8 students. Sample activities include:

• Watching videos on famous Brazilian cities including features of the 5 regions - their people, culture, popular myths and legends
• Reading texts by famous authors from Brazilian and Portuguese literature
• Viewing commercials and excerpts from TV and radio
• Listening to Brazilian songs by renowned singers
• Studying magazine and newspaper articles on current affairs
• "Festa Junina" - the annual Brazilian celebration (which takes place at the beginning of the Brazilian winter) with its typical dishes, beverages and dances
• Brazilian cooking class

Courses in English

Electives are optional and meet for 45 contact hours (3 credits). All courses are subject to a minimum of 8 students. Each student may only enroll in one elective.