UFSC
The Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) is one of Brazil’s leading higher education institutions, recognised for its academic excellence and commitment to research, innovation and extension. Founded in 1960, it is located in Florianópolis, the capital of Santa Catarina, with campuses in other cities in the state, such as Joinville, Araranguá and Blumenau.
UFSC offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various areas of knowledge, standing out for the quality of its teaching programmes and its infrastructure, which includes modern laboratories, libraries and research centres. The university plays a fundamental role in the scientific, technological and social development of the region and the country, promoting inclusion and access to free, public higher education.