The Portuguese major program from Rutgers University provides students with the opportunity to develop their Portuguese language skills while also studying the literature and culture of Portugal, Brazil and African lands of Portuguese language or influence.
Portuguese, B.A.
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They may also combine their Portuguese studies with other areas to prepare for career opportunities in international business, government, travel or communications, where knowledge of a foreign language and culture is indispensable. A Portuguese major from Rutgers University is a good complement to a major in another foreign language or to certicate programs such as the Global Studies Certificate.
Students who have already studied Portuguese for two or more years in high school or who speak Spanish in the home and wish to continue the language are assigned to courses according to their achievement on a placement test.
Career Opportunities
As the fifth biggest market in the world and an important trade partner of the U.S., learning Portuguese will make students more marketable because of Brazil's growing economy
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Elementary Portuguese
- Intermediate Portuguese
- Portuguese for Speakers of Spanish
- Portuguese for Native Speakers
- Portuguese Conversation and Composition
- Lit & Cult Brazil
- Independent Study
- Honors in Portuguese
- Rdngs in Portuguese
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
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Minimum required score:
79The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.
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550The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks. Read more about TOEFL®PBT.
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General Requirements
- Online Application for Undergraduate Admission
- Nonrefundable $70 application fee, payable online by credit card
- Final official high school transcript showing all courses with final grades in grades 9-12:Transcripts must show a date of graduation; or
- GED or equivalency diploma holders must submit test results or equivalent as well as transcripts from any high school attended
- College transcripts if you took any college courses at a two- or four-year college
- SAT or ACT scores (with writing) only if you graduated from high school less than two years ago and will not have at least 12 college credits completed by the application due date
Requirements
Studyportals Tip: Students should consider taking one of the Pre-Bachelor's below. these courses will be necessary if:
- You are considered ineligible for admission
- You need to improve your academic, study, research or language skills
- United States, New Brunswick Pre-Bachelor Rutgers University-New Brunswick Pathway Program Preparation
Tuition Fee
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11886 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5943 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for New Brunswick
- 1204 - 2970 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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