Change was determined by the Ministry of Education (MEC) and eliminates the printed version of the documents; new model has digital signature and electronic stamp to ensure authenticity
Since July 1, Brazilian universities have adopted the digital format exclusively for the issuance of . This measure, implemented by the Ministry of Education, aims to facilitate storage, reinforce safety and, above all, avoid fraud. Although paper diplomas are still valid, they are now considered only decorative, with the digital format being the only one officially recognized. This change covers both federal and private universities throughout the national territory.
However, the obligation of the digital diploma does not yet extend to all courses. Graduate courses and medical residences, for example, have until January 2 of next year to suit the new standard. THE He pointed out that the institutions had enough time to prepare, as the digital diploma was announced in April 2018. Universities that do not comply with the new rule may face warnings and other penalties.
The implementation of the digital diploma is widely seen as a significant advance in combating fraud and the modernization of the Brazilian education system. It is expected that this measure will bring more security and practicality to both students and educational institutions. In addition, the transition to the digital format represents an important step in digitizing academic processes in Brazil, aligning the country with the global trends of technological innovation.
*With information from Luciana Verdolin
*Report produced with the aid of AI
