Intensive Brazilian Portuguese

Catalog description

Four week immersion course in Portuguese language and Brazilian culture, offered only in Duke in Brazil. Elementary language pre-requisite required. Covers intermediate language curriculum, developing aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Provides grammar practice and development of effective strategies for oral communication in conjunction with intensive cultural program activities. Includes strong civics, social, cultural, and environmental components geared to NGOs that engage with these issues. Classes meet five days per week for four hours with additional required extracurricular activities. Instructor consent required.