Bachelor in Collective Health

Public Health Program

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul offers a Bachelor's degree in Saúde Coletiva. The programme is taught in Portuguese. It aims to train professionals for the health sector. Students focus on integrated and interprofessional approaches to health policies and systems. The curriculum covers planning, management, and evaluation in health. It also includes health promotion, surveillance, and education.

Career Focus

Graduates will work in institutions that plan, manage, and evaluate health services. This includes coordinating programs, projects, systems, and health networks. They will also engage in promoting integral health and well-being. The programme prepares students for roles in governmental, non-governmental, and private sector organizations. These roles may involve sanitary, environmental, sanitation, food, and agricultural areas.

Curriculum and Structure

The degree is a Bachelor's (Bacharelado). Students can find details on the curriculum, course structure, and pedagogical project. The programme is part of the Escola de Enfermagem e de Saúde Coletiva. Information on admission processes, such as Vestibular and SiSU, is available through the university's admission portal.

Contact and Location

For inquiries about the Saúde Coletiva program, contact saudecoletiva@ufrgs.br or call 3308-5225. The university is located at Av. Paulo Gama, 110, Bairro Farroupilha, Porto Alegre - RS, 90040-060, Brazil. The main university phone number is +55 51 3308.6000.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre is a major Brazilian federal university with deep roots dating back to the late 19th century. UFRGS offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across sciences, humanities, engineering, health and arts, supported by robust research activity and a large, qualified faculty. The university s scale and academic breadth make it a strong choice for students seeking comprehensive education and research opportunities in Latin America.

UFRGS is recognized for its research output, updated laboratory infrastructure and extensive libraries, and it emphasizes community engagement and social responsibility. Students benefit from active outreach programs, interdisciplinary initiatives and an institutional commitment to diversity and inclusion. The campus environment supports collaborative projects with public and private partners and promotes innovation that addresses regional and national challenges.

International students find a welcoming community, exchange programs and opportunities for research collaboration. Porto Alegre offers a dynamic cultural scene, affordable living and a supportive academic network for newcomers. Prospective applicants should emphasize academic achievements, research interests and openness to cultural exchange to make the most of UFRGS s collaborative, socially engaged learning environment.