IFSP Launches Free Specialization Course as UCS Bento Engages Public with Science at ExpoBento 2026

The Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de São Paulo (IFSP) is accepting applications until June 5, 2026, for a free specialization course in Education, Science, Technology, and Society. The course, which begins in the second semester of 2026, offers 30 spots and consists of 420 hours including curricular components and a final project. Classes are scheduled for Saturdays at the São Carlos campus. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree and can apply online. Key deadlines include application results announced on June 9, a written evaluation on June 13, and the start of classes on July 25.

Meanwhile, the Universidade de Caxias do Sul (UCS) Bento Gonçalves campus is actively participating in the 34th ExpoBento from June 4 to 14. UCS is offering interactive science and technology exhibits to the public at the Parque de Eventos, featuring electric circuit demonstrations, games like Roleta UCS Bento, and a taxidermy exhibition of regional and national fauna. The university's Innovation Agency is showcasing projects in technology transfer. According to Professor Fabiano Larentis, vice-rector of UCS, the event is pivotal in connecting academia with the community and sparking an interest in science. UCS offers nearly 30 undergraduate courses and maintains a continuous admissions process, making it accessible for prospective students to engage with higher education opportunities.

These initiatives by both institutions highlight ongoing efforts in Brazil to expand educational access and promote scientific interest among the general public in 2026.