Program Overview
The Portuguese Studies at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is a MA programme in Arts & Design, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Portuguese Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,128 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Portuguese Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Portuguese Composition and Conversation
- Introduction to Literary and Cultural Analysis
- Introduction to Portuguese Literature
- Introduction to Brazilian Literature
- Introduction to Lusophone African Literatures
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Statement of purpose (Minimum 300 words)
- Resume
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended\n(regardless if a credential is earned or not)
- Official GRE score (sent directly from ETS, copies/scans\nnot accepted) *Recommended especially for assistantship\nconsideration, not required.
- 3 Letters of recommendation
- Writing samples in Portuguese (minimum 10 pages of writing)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,128 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,128 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 625 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Dartmouth directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Massachusetts, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
