LASU Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies Opens Admission for 2025/2026 Academic Session
The Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS) has officially opened applications for admission into its specialized programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The centre, which serves as a bridge between Nigeria, Brazil, and other Lusophone countries, is inviting students to enroll in programmes designed to promote cultural exchange, academic development, and international opportunities.
Programmes on Offer
1. CELPE-Bras Training Programme (Scholarship Pathway to Brazil)
The CELPE-Bras programme prepares candidates for the Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese Language for Foreigners, a mandatory requirement for Nigerian students seeking scholarships in Brazil.
- Scholarship Opportunity: The Government of Brazil awards scholarships in multiple disciplines to Nigerian students each year.
- Eligibility:
- WAEC/SSCE with at least five (5) credits
- Age 17–23 for undergraduate scholarships
- Minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) for postgraduate scholarships
- Duration: Six (6) months
2. Diploma in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies
This diploma qualifies candidates for direct entry into LASU’s degree programme in Portuguese/English.
- Eligibility:
- Minimum of four (4) credits, including English, in GCE O-Level/SSCE at not more than two sittings
- OR three (3) credits at one sitting plus five (5) years work experience
- Mature candidates (35 years and above) with three (3) credits at one sitting
- Duration: Four (4) semesters, part-time (two academic sessions)
3. Certificate in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies
Ideal for students, professionals, and travelers heading to Portuguese-speaking countries for study, business, or tourism.
- Eligibility:
- Three (3) O-Level credits including English at not more than two sittings
- OR three (3) credits at one sitting plus five (5) years work experience
- Duration: Six (6) months, part-time (two modules of three months each)
4. Proficiency Certificate in Yoruba (For Non-Native Speakers)
This unique programme is tailored for Brazilians, other international learners, and Nigerians who wish to master Yoruba language, culture, and literature.
- Eligibility:
- Foreign applicants with a secondary school certificate or equivalent
- Nigerian candidates with a minimum of three (3) O-Level credits
- Graduates of higher institutions (any discipline)
- Mature candidates above 35 years or professionals with 10+ years’ experience may also apply
- Duration: Eight (8) weeks, full-time
Application Details
- Application Portal: www.lasu.edu.ng/lasucas
- Application Fees:
- ₦10,000 for all programmes
- $50 for the Yoruba Proficiency Certificate (foreign applicants)
- Physical Office: Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS), 2nd Floor, Babatunde Raji Fashola Senate Building, LASU Main Campus, Ojo, Lagos.
Contact Information
- Prof. Tayo Ajayi – +234-806-3323-910
- Mrs. V. O. Opaleye – +234-803-3441-685
Closing Date: Applications close six (6) weeks from the date of publication.
Why This Matters
The LASU Afro-Brazilian Centre plays a pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria’s educational and cultural ties with Brazil and the wider Lusophone world. These programmes not only offer students the chance to acquire new language and cultural skills but also open pathways to international scholarships and career opportunities.
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