Portuguese Studies

To offer interdisciplinary training in areas of Portuguese cultural expression, displaying its connection with other areas of study, whether they be cultural or linguistic. The central core of the cycle of studies, formed by mandatory UC, fulfills its main purpose, providing essential subjects in Portuguese Studies. The specialization in one or two of the four main areas (majors in Language, Literature and Culture, History and History of Art) is guaranteed and one or two sub-specialization (minors), which include, among others, Brazilian and African Culture, are permitted. The share of free options gives one the possibility of adapting curricular goals to several educational or professional interests. Valuable basic skills are offered, which give access to research in Portuguese cultural patrimony, and give entrance to the labor market in activities associated with Portuguese culture and its defense and promotion in Portugal and abroad.