IFMA Launches Distance Postgraduate Program in Environmental Education and Informatics
IFMA opens enrollment for a new 18-month distance postgraduate program in Environmental Education and Informatics, designed for professionals with recognized undergraduate degrees.
- • IFMA offers a new 18-month distance postgraduate program in Environmental Education and Informatics.
- • The program is for professionals with undergraduate degrees recognized by MEC in environmental and related fields.
- • The course includes preparation and presentation of a final thesis (TCC).
- • A related free IT assistant course is also available through Senac and Umuarama City Hall, focusing on practical IT skills.
Key details
The Federal Institute of Maranhão (IFMA) has opened registrations for its new distance learning postgraduate program in Environmental Education and Informatics in Education. Targeted at Brazilian professionals with undergraduate degrees recognized by the Ministry of Education (MEC), the program welcomes those in fields such as Environmental Engineering, Biology, Geography, and related environmental and educational disciplines. The course spans 18 months and includes the development and presentation of a final thesis (TCC).
This initiative aims to expand specialized training for professionals engaged in environmental advocacy as well as educational informatics, integrating technology with environmental education. The offering fits a growing demand for advanced qualifications that blend environmental knowledge with digital competencies in Brazil.
In parallel, a free course for Information Technology Assistants has also opened for enrollment, offered by Senac in partnership with the Umuarama City Hall, providing a 200-hour program starting January 20, 2026. This course focuses on practical IT skills such as hardware and software installation, network configuration, and IT project integration, and is intended for individuals aged 15 and over with completed elementary education. Although separate, both educational opportunities reflect a focus on advancing professional development within Brazil through accessible, skill-oriented training.
Overall, the IFMA postgraduate program represents an important educational path for environmental and educational professionals seeking distance learning options and advanced specialization in these critical fields.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
