July 20 to July 24

This course promotes a 1-week cultural and academic immersion for international students interested in improving their communication skills in Portuguese and live Brazilian culture at its best.

Monday – july 20

Welcome to São Paulo!
08:00 – 08:30 – Welcome Coffee
08:30 – 09:00 – International student presentation dynamics.
09:00 – 09:30 – Opening Reception: CPS, ARInter, Fatec Sebrae and Faculdade Sebrae.
09:30 – 12:00 – Intro Class: Portuguese Intensive Course
12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch
14:00 – 17:00 – Pinacoteca

Tuesday – july 21

09:00 – 13:00 – Portuguese Course with Brigadeiro Workshop
13:00 – 15h00 – Lunch
15:00 – 17:00 – Free

Wednesday – july 22

09:00 – 12:00 – Portuguese Intensive Course
12:00 – 14:00 – Lunch
14:00 – 15:30 – Museu da Língua Portuguesa.
15:30 – 17:00 – Free

Thursday – july 23

09:00 – 12:00 – Portuguese Intensive Course
12:00 – 14:00 – Lunch
14:00 – 15:30 – Capoeira
15:30 – 17:00 – Free

Friday – july 24

09:00 – 11:00 – Portuguese Intensive Course
11:00 – 13:00 – Lunch
13:00 – 15:00 – Museu Paulista da USP (Museu do Ipiranga)
15:00 – 17:00 – Free. Suggestion: Parque da Independência (the place where Brazil’s independence occurred).

Saturday – july 25

Feel free to visit the capital.
Suggestions:
08:00 – 10:00: Bike tour in Minhocão.
11:00 – 14:15: Free Walking Tour in Centro Histórico (Old Downtown). Make your reservation if you want to go: https://www.saopaulofreewalkingtour.com/
14:15 – 16:00: Lunch at the Mercado Municipal.

Or:
10:00 – 12:00: Galeria do Rock: A cultural and commercial landmark in São Paulo: a gallery, a meeting point for diverse tribes, and a space that celebrates the city’s diversity, including rock, hip hop, rap, skate and alternative culture.
12:00 – 14:00: Have lunch and a walk in Copan.
To enjoy a bohemian night in São Paulo, we suggest: Rua Augusta: is a hub for cultural events, with art galleries, bars, and clubs.

Sunday – july 26

Feel free to visit the capital.
Suggestions:
08:00 – 10:00: Galeria dos Pães (Bakery): many options for coffee, bread, sweets, and Brazilian juices. One of the best bakeries in SP.
11:00 – 13:00: Free Walking Tour in Vila Madalena. Make your reservation if you want to go: https://www.saopaulofreewalkingtour.com/
13:00 – 18:00: Cinemateca Brasileira. There are film screenings, exhibitions, and cultural activities. The outdoor area and gardens are open (often from 8 am or 1 pm, depending on the schedule), with free or affordable movie screenings. There is also the Cinemateca Café. https://cinemateca.org.br

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Check out the requirements

Minimum 18 years old
Undergraduation or Graduation active enrollment
Proficiency in English language: B1

Monday – july 27

Morning – The Short Term 2026 program continues in its second week with Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation.
09:00 – 13:00: Innovations driven by artificial intelligence and digital transformation.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch.
14:00 – 17:00: Free.

Tuesday – July 28

09:00 – 13:00: Applications of artificial intelligence in research processes.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch.
14:00 – 17:00: Visit to Nubank (can be modified)

Wednesday – July 29

09:00 – 13:00: Artificial intelligence, competitiveness and transformations in international markets.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch.
14:00 – 17:00: Free.

Thursday – july 30

09:00 – 13:00: Transformation of production processes and business services in the era of artificial intelligence.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch.
14:00 – 17:00: Visit to TOTVS (can be modified)

Friday – july 31

09:00 – 13:00: Ethics, governance and social challenges of artificial intelligence.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch.
14:00 – 15:00: Closing ceremony and course certificates.
19:00 – 22:00: Escola de Samba.

Saturday – august 01

Feel free to visit the capital.
Suggestions:
08:00 – 10:00: Le Blé-Casa de Pães (bakery): many options for coffee, bread and sweets. One of the best bakeries in SP.
11:00 – 18:00: Liberdade – Japanese neighborhood.
18:00 – 01:00: Vila Madalena – A neighborhood with a concentration of bars and pubs that play sertanejo and pagode music.

Sunday – august 02

Suggestions:
08:00 – 11:00: Padaria Bela Paulista: many options for coffee, bread, sweets, and Brazilian juices. One of the best bakeries in SP.
11:00 – 13:00: Instituto Moreira Salles (IMS). Works by great artists from Brazil and around the world can be viewed at the IMS.
13:00 – 15:00: A Baianeira. Led by Chef Manuelle Ferraz, located within the MASP (Museu de Arte de São Paulo), the restaurant’s concept breaks down gastronomic hierarchies and celebrates art and craftsmanship. While creating visually appealing dishes, Manuelle subverts categorizations and stigmas: the Chef focuses on authentic cuisine, with daily specials and vegetarian options. The restaurant has been awarded a Bib Gourmand by the 2019 Guia Michelin and recognized by Folha de S.Paulo.
15:00 – 17:45: Free Walking Tour in Avenida Paulista. Make your reservation if you want to go: https://www.saopaulofreewalkingtour.com/

Or:
08:00 – 18:00: Paranapiacaba. You can visit the city by tourist express train, departing from CPTM-Luz (check the train’s departure and return times).

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Check out the requirements

Minimum 18 years old
Undergraduation or Graduation active enrollment
Proficiency in English language: B1