Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies

Program Description: Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies at Rutgers University-Camden

The Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies program at Rutgers University-Camden offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration of the Portuguese-speaking world, including Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Mozambique, and other Lusophone countries. This program aims to develop students' understanding of the rich cultural, historical, political, and social dynamics that shape these nations and their global influence. Through a diverse curriculum, students engage with literature, language, history, politics, and contemporary issues, fostering a nuanced awareness of Lusophone societies.

Students in this program have the opportunity to enhance their language skills in Portuguese through dedicated language courses designed to reach advanced proficiency. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, cultural awareness, and analytical skills, preparing graduates for careers in international relations, diplomacy, translation and interpretation, education, journalism, and global business. In addition to language instruction, coursework covers topics such as Lusophone literature, film, music, history, and contemporary political developments, providing a multidimensional perspective on the Portuguese-speaking world.

The program encourages experiential learning, including study abroad opportunities in Portugal and Lusophone countries, internships, and research projects that enable students to gain practical experience and cultural immersion. Faculty members are distinguished scholars with expertise in Lusophone studies, offering personalized mentorship and fostering an engaging academic environment committed to diversity and inclusion.

By completing this program, students will acquire a deep understanding of Lusophone cultures, societies, and global contributions, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for diverse professional pathways. Whether aiming to work in international organizations, cultural institutions, or academic fields, graduates will be well-prepared to navigate and contribute to a rapidly interconnected world with a focus on the Portuguese-speaking nations. The Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies program at Rutgers University-Camden thus cultivates global citizens equipped to promote intercultural understanding and engagement across geographic and disciplinary boundaries.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 13683 Year (National)
• USD 27978 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies (PLWS) offers both an undergraduate major and a minor. The PLWS major is an interdisciplinary degree program which includes courses in Portuguese Language at all levels and Portuguese, Brazilian and Lusophone African literature, culture, and history, while taking full advantage of Rutgers–Newark’s proximity to the Portuguese-speaking community of Newark's Ironbound neighborhood. PLWS majors and minors receive a rigorous and exciting education in the civilization, literature and the history of interchange throughout the Lusophone World while combining experiential learning with classroom instruction.

• 27 credits in Portuguese language, and Lusophone literature and culture, which must include Intermediate Portuguese (or equivalent preparation as demonstrated by proficiency examination)
• 3 credits in Lusophone World Culture I or II.
• 6 credits in other courses within the Department of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures or those from appropriate Newark College of Arts and Sciences departments

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

Our primary emphasis is placed on the student’s academic promise as demonstrated by:

• completion of required entrance subjects
• academic performance in high school or its equivalent:
• strength of academic program (number/type of academic, honors, or advanced placement courses completed)
• grades and grade trends
• weighted grade-point average(s)
• cumulative rank, when available
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• English Proficiency Examination results, when required

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

Funding

Rutgers uses your FAFSA to develop a financial-aid package based on your qualifications, financial need and the funds available to the university. Your package may include any or a combination of these major financial aid sources:

• Gift aid does not require repayment and is divided into three categories: grants (which recognize financial need) and scholarships and awards (which recognize academic merit, special talents, or other achievements).
• Loans must be repaid (usually after graduation) and can come from private lenders as well as federal, state and university sources.
• Work-study allows students to earn money for college expenses while gaining valuable skills - often in their intended field.

Accreditation

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• Rutgers is a member—so are Harvard, Yale, and Berkeley—of the prestigious Association of American Universities, the 61 leading research universities in North America.
• More than 175 Rutgers research centers support pioneering work in stem cells, climate change, DNA analysis, and more.
• Rutgers’ international reputation draws top students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states.