LASUCAS Application

Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies LASUCAS Application invites suitably qualified candidates for admission to the under-listed programmes and expore how to access the LASUCAS Application forms.

CELPE-BRAS Training Programme For Scholarship in Brazil

Every academic session, the Brazilian government awards scholarships in every discipline to hundreds of Nigerian students. To be eligible for a scholarship in Brazil, students must first complete the CELPE-Bras: Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese Language for Foreigners. As a result, this programme aims to prepare applicants for both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate scholarships.

CELPE-BRAS Training Programme Admission Requirements

For a student to qualify, he/she:

• Must have passed WAEC/SSCE with at least five credits.
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 23 years for Undergraduate Scholarship.
• Must have graduated with at least a 2nd Class Honours (lower division) for Postgraduate Scholarship

Duration of the Programme:

The course is for a period of six (6) months.

Diploma in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies

A Diploma in Portuguese/English qualifies you for admission to the Lagos State University’s Degree Course

Diploma in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies Admission Requirements

• A minimum of four (4) credits including English language in the General Certificate of Education (G.C.E. ordinary level) or its equivalent at not more than two sittings.
• Three (3) credits in one sitting and five (5) years of working experience in a corporate body or government establishment.
• Mature candidate above 35 years of age and with (3) three credits in one sitting.

Duration of course

The course will be for a part-time period of four (4) semesters or two (2) academic sessions.

Certificate in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies

Those who intend to travel to Lusophone countries of the world for the purpose of study, trade, news reporting or tourism will benefit from the course. Lagos State University accepts the certificate as admission to its Diploma in Portuguese programme.

Certificate in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies Admission Requirements

• The West African School Certificate (WASC) or the General Certificate of Education (GCE O-Level) or it’s equivalent with credits in three (3) subjects including English at not more than two sittings.
• The WASC or the GCE O-Level or its equivalent with credits in three (3) subjects in one sitting and five years of working experience in a corporate body or government establishment.

Duration of Course

It is a two (2) module, six (6) months part-time programme. Each module is for three (3) months

Proficiency Certificate in Yoruba for Non-Native Speakers

Specifically, this certificate course will train and equip those who are interested in Yoruba literature, culture, and communication techniques around the world and, in particular, among Brazilians. The course will draw students primarily from Brazil, Portugal, North American countries, Nigeria and other parts of the world.

Proficiency Certificate in Yoruba for Non-Native Speakers Admission Requirements

• Foreigners with a minimum of secondary school certificate or its equivalent.
• Nigerian candidates with at least three (3) credits in WAEC or NECO or its equivalent.
• Graduates of higher institutions from any discipline.
• Mature candidates who have or have had a minimum of ten (10) years working experience in relevant professions or above 35 years old may be considered for admission.

Note: A pass in Yoruba is not compulsory.

Duration of Course

The course will run on Full-Time Basis for a period of Eight weeks

How to Access LASUCAS Application

1. Explore the Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS) main website
2. Locate and click on “Apply/Pay” to proceed
3. Scroll down, locate and click on Apply now to proceed
4. Fill in the required details
5. Click on the “Apply” button to proceed
6. Follow the steps to complete your forms and make payment.

Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies LASUCAS Contact

For Afro-Brazilian Studies, Lagos State University, Badagry Expressway, Ojo, Nigeria

234-806-3323-910, 234-806-287-5401

[email protected]