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Anyone who wants to advance in their academic career and develop research focused on the reality of the Western Amazon can now prepare: the Federal University of Acre (Ufac) opens, from February 3rd to 17th, registrations for the master’s degree in Animal Science, which offers 21 places and prioritizes studies in health, sustainable production and biodiversity in the region.
Of the total opportunities, 20 vacancies are reserved for Brazilian candidates and one is reserved for foreign candidates. Among the regular vacancies, 25% are destined for affirmative actions, covering black people (black and brown), indigenous people, quilombolas, transgender people and people with disabilities or with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
For Brazilian candidates, the selection process will be divided into three stages/Photo: Reproduction
The program is aimed at professionals trained in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Agronomy, Biological Sciences and related areas. Students who are in the final stages of their graduation can also enroll, as long as they present a declaration of likely completion of the course.
Registrations must be made exclusively by email, according to the guidelines in the notice, sending documents such as Lattes CV, academic history, personal documents and letter of intent, in which the candidate indicates the line of research and the possible supervisor.
Selection steps
For Brazilian candidates, the selection process will be divided into three stages:
- Remote interview;
- In-person written test, of an eliminatory and classificatory nature;
- Analysis of the curriculum, considering the academic production of the last five years.
In the case of foreign candidates, the selection will take place completely remotely, with pre-project dissertation evaluation, interview and curriculum analysis.
About the course
The master’s degree in Animal Science lasts a minimum of 12 months and a maximum of 24 months, requiring 24 credits to be completed. The lines of research cover topics such as animal health, well-being, nutrition, reproduction, veterinary clinics, biodiversity and sustainable animal production, with a focus on the demands of the Western Amazon.
The university emphasizes that passing the selection process does not guarantee a scholarship, which will depend on the availability of funding agencies and the academic performance of the selected students.
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