English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) is a teaching approach in which academic content is delivered in English, specially in countries where it is not the official language – such as Brazil. At UFABC, EMI represents an institutional commitment to the internationalization of higher education. Since 2015, the university has promoted the offering of courses in English at both undergraduate and graduate levels, creating a more global and inclusive academic environment. This initiative facilitates the attraction of international students, expands exchange opportunities, and prepares the university community for international collaborations and challenges. Supported by various institutional bodies, EMI strengthens UFABC’s position as an innovative and globally connected university.
English-taught Subjects in Undergraduate Programs
| First Quarter (February – April) | Aircraft Project I (info) Computational Fluid Dynamics (info) Contemporary International Relations I Contemporary Theories of International Relations I Econometrics I Experimental Base of Natural Sciences US International Policy I |
| Second Quarter (June – August) | Econometrics II Research Methodology in International Relations Special Topics in International Relations |
| Third Quarter (September – December) | Aerodynamics I Aeronautics I Electromagnetic Phenomena (info) Experimental Base of Natural Sciences (info) International Organizations and Multilateralism (info) Introduction to Astronautics (info) Non-conventional Aerospace Propulsion Non-state actors and International Relations (info) Microeconomics III (info) Regional Integration – Theories and Experiences (info) |
English-taught Subjects in Graduate Programs
| First Quarter (February – April) | Strategic Management of Innovation (*) |
| Second Quarter (June – August) | Foundations of Systems Engineering (*) |
The number of courses offered in English may vary and is determined by the respective program coordinators.