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Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Portuguese/Brazilian Studies is a Bachelor degree offered by University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered hybrid as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies

A Voice in the Portuguese Speaking World

Portuguese is spoken in eight countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America. It is the 3^rd most widely spoken Western language after Spanish and English, and the 6^th worldwide, after Mandarin, Spanish, English, Hindi and Arabic.

Learn a Sought-After Skill, Increase Your Marketability

A Portuguese minor complements several sought-after UNCW majors. The program offerings reflect the breadth and wealth of the language and culture of the Portuguese speaking world. Through student-focused teaching and applied learning, you will be creatively and resourcefully empowered for the complexity and challenges of the contemporary world.

Speak a global language with novice fluency and communicative aptitude

Discover diverse cultures, in films, literature, music and other art forms

Express yourself: Learn sentence structure, idioms and catchy phrases to connect in Portuguese

Broaden your view: Study the Portuguese world's geographies, histories, politics and societies

Engage in experiential learning: Live in one of the world's Portuguese communities

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

Completed online application.
- Fall Deadline: April 1
- Spring Deadline: October 15
Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).
Official high school (secondary school) transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified).
Translated transcripts from institutions attended beyond secondary school.
- If the applicant wishes to receive academic credit, these transcripts (unless from a U.S. institution) must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service. The applicant must choose a company that belongs to the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES).
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or Pearson Test of English score unless:
- English is applicant's native language.
- Applicant has completed 2 college-level courses in English composition at a U.S. college or university with a grade of B or higher.
- A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW's ESL program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies

Prepare for careers in:

Portuguese-speakers find jobs as environmental engineers, wildlife guides and social responsibility specialists and in sustainability service.

The minor prepares students for roles such as customer support representatives, account executives and marketing strategy managers.

Portuguese minors work in cloud computing, digital distribution, web design and social media, in the U.S. and abroad.

Portuguese speakers are needed in national and international organizations, including the World Bank, United Nations, consulates and CIA.

The minor prepares students to work in academia and tutoring, and in private and public offices as writers, editors, and translators.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Common Application: Application option 1 for future first-year students.

UNCW Application: Application option 3 for future first-year students and students enrolling in an online accelerated program such as RN to BSN or RRT to BSRT.

Bachelor of Portuguese/Brazilian Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen