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PhD of Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

  • Dartmouth, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus

About the program

Doctorate in Luso-Afro-Brazilian studies from the nation's largest Portuguese programme.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Design and carry out independent research in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory. Evaluate relevant scholarly literature and communicate research findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: requires at least 54 graduate course credits and 12 dissertation credits.

Career outcomes

  • University research
  • Academic teaching
  • Research and development roles related to Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory
  • Appointments depend on qualifications and experience.

Curriculum

  • Requires at least 54 graduate course credits and 12 dissertation credits
  • Applicants with a master's degree may transfer up to 30 credits. Faculty from six tenure-track Portuguese professors teach MA and PhD courses.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master's degree (bachelor's accepted for direct entry in some programmes)
  • Typically GPA 3.0 to 3.3 (BS-PhD direct entry 3.5)
  • Research statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • GRE in some programmes.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (bachelor's accepted for direct entry in some programmes), Research statement, Recommendation letters, GRE in some programmes

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 72
  • IELTS 6.0
  • Duolingo 95
  • PTE Academic 52

Documents you’ll need

  • University Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume

How to apply

  1. Check the programme-specific requirements and dates ( and ). Apply online through the Applicant Portal and pay the 60 USD non-refundable fee. Upload the statement of purpose
  2. resume
  3. transcripts
  4. recommendation letters and English scores (TOEFL
  5. IELTS
  6. Duolingo or PTE). GRE where the programme requires it. After admission pay the 25 USD enrollment deposit (credited to tuition) and send a bank statement showing 41
  7. 217 USD. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$24,677 USD
Application fee$60 USD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusDartmouth campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentPortuguese
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value66
Study pace_
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteStudents may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    15 Dec 2026

    32 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.