Langue et Littérature Portugaises

About the Specialty

The Portuguese Language Department offers a multidisciplinary academic program that equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to analyze the Portuguese language, its extensive literature, and its influential role within the Lusophone world (Portugal, Brazil, Africa, and Asia). The program integrates rigorous linguistic studies with deep dives into diverse cultural and historical contexts, enabling students to engage in research and professional activities related to language teaching, cultural exchange, and international business.

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Objectives and Acquired Skills

 

• Understanding the linguistic structures and literary genres of Portuguese, and their significance in global cultural and economic relations.

• Developing analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret key literary texts (e.g., from Camões to Pessoa or Machado de Assis) and solve complex intercultural communication issues.

• Enhancing the ability to evaluate historical and socio-political transformations across the Lusophone community through comparative and interdisciplinary methodologies.

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Career Prospects

 

The Portuguese language program provides graduates with the opportunity to integrate into various professional fields, including:

• Teaching (Portuguese as a Foreign Language - PLE) in educational institutions.

• Translation and interpretation, especially for official documents and business in Lusophone countries.

• International commerce and trade relations with Brazil and Portugal.

• Cultural project management and diplomacy within the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP).

Additionally, students can pursue further studies at the master's and doctoral levels, allowing for specialization in advanced fields such as applied linguistics, Brazilian studies, and post-colonial literature.

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Academic Pathways

 

The program follows a structured academic progression, including:

• Bachelor's Degree in Portuguese Studies: A comprehensive introduction to Portuguese grammar, phonetics, civilization, and the history of literature from both Portugal and Brazil.

• Master's Program: Specializations in didactics (language teaching pedagogy), comparative Lusophone literature, and professional translation.

• Doctoral Research: In-depth investigation of advanced linguistic, literary, or cultural themes related to the Portuguese language and its global expressions.

This multi-level approach ensures that students acquire the necessary competencies to pursue academic excellence and professional careers in Portuguese language and Lusophone cultural fields.