Official length of program 4 years

Admission requirements 12th Grade Secondary Education or equivalent; University Entrance Exams in English and Portuguese Literature

Course Description

This degree is aimed at the study of the Portuguese and English languages and the cultures, literature and history of the respective countries. Throughout the course, literary and linguistic theories are discussed, as well as the practical aspects of teaching and translating languages, and intercultural relations. The course is structured around the theoretical and practical discussion of literature and linguistics, with importance given to the specific cultural mentalities and sensibilities.
The degree course in Modern Languages and Literature offers students the possibility to specialise in two areas, by offering specific options in: Teacher Training, aimed at providing students with adequate training as future language teachers; Translation, aimed at training future translators.
There is also the possibility to pursue General Studies, where students can opt for subjects from a wide range of options in linguistic and literary studies.

Career Prospects
The degree in Modern Languages and Literature, Portuguese and English Studies, qualifies the holder to exercise professional activities in the following fields, according to the areas in which the holder specialised:
Specialisation in Teacher Training:

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