Study Architecture in Brazil 🇧🇷

Brazil offers 47 Architecture programs across 41 universities. 60% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

47 Programs

41 Universities

60% STEM

Why Brazil for Architecture?

Living Cost

$5,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (41) PhD (4) Master (2)

Top Universities for Architecture in Brazil

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro · National rank #2 · QS #317

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

State University of Campinas

Campinas · National rank #2 · QS #232

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

State University of São Paulo

São Paulo · National rank #4 · QS #450

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Minas Gerais

Belo Horizonte · National rank #4 · QS #595

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

Porto Alegre · National rank #4 · QS #691

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Santa Catarina

Florianópolis · National rank #7 · QS #801

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Paraná

Curitiba · National rank #7 · QS #1001

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

University of Brasília

Brasília · National rank #8 · QS #751

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Pernambuco

Recife · National rank #10 · QS #1201

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Fluminense

Niterói · National rank #12 · QS #1201

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Ceará

Fortaleza · National rank #14 · QS #1201

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Goiás

Goiânia · National rank #14 · QS #1401

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Natal · National rank #15 · QS #1401

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro · National rank #16 · QS #571

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Paraíba

João Pessoa · National rank #20 · QS #1401

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

State University of Londrina

Londrina · National rank #23 · QS #1401

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

State University of Maringá

Maringá · National rank #27

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

Federal University of Sergipe

São Cristóvão · National rank #27

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

University Center of Belo Horizonte

Belo Horizonte · National rank #30

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor PhD in Architecture and Urbanism - Sustainable Design · PhD PhD in Urbanism · PhD

Federal University of Technology - Minas Gerais

Belo Horizonte · National rank #31

Architecture and Urbanism · Bachelor

All Programs

Master in Architecture and Urbanism

Mackenzie Presbyterian University

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Ribeirão Preto

Architecture and Urbanism

Catholic University of Pelotas

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Vila Velha

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Technology - Minas Gerais

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Ceará

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Santa Catarina

Architecture and Urbanism

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro

Architecture and Urbanism

Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Piauí

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Amazonas

Architecture and Urbanism

State University of Maringá

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Alagoas

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Paraná

Architecture and Urbanism

University Center of Brasília

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism

University Center of Rio Grande do Norte

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Passo Fundo

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Goiás

PhD in Architecture and Urbanism

University Center of Rio Grande do Norte

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism

University of Itajaí Valley

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Joinville Region

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Vale do Rio dos Sinos

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Mato Grosso

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Paraíba

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Caxias do Sul

Architecture and Urbanism

State University of Londrina

Architecture and Urbanism

State University of Feira de Santana

Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism

State University of São Paulo

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Fortaleza

Postgraduate Program in Architecture and Urbanism

Mackenzie Presbyterian University

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Minas Gerais

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Pernambuco

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Sergipe

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Maranhão

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Fluminense

Architecture and Urbanism

University of Brasília

Architecture and Urbanism

State University of Campinas

Architecture and Urbanism

Regional University of Blumenau

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

Architecture and Urbanism

Federal Technological University of Paraná

Architecture and Urbanism

University Center of Belo Horizonte

PhD in Architecture and Urbanism - Sustainable Design

University Center of Belo Horizonte

PhD in Urbanism

University Center of Belo Horizonte

Architecture and Urbanism

Mackenzie Presbyterian University

PhD in Architecture and Urbanism

Mackenzie Presbyterian University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Architecture in Brazil?

Tuition for Architecture programs in Brazil varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $5k.

What are the English language requirements for Architecture in Brazil?

English-taught Architecture programs in Brazil typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Architecture programs are in Brazil?

Abroadly lists 47 Architecture programs at 41 universities across Brazil. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Architecture programs in Brazil STEM-designated?

60% of Architecture programs in Brazil carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is Brazil a good country for Architecture students?

Brazil is a strong choice for Architecture with 41 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Architecture in Brazil?

In Brazil, Architecture programs are offered at: Master (2 programs), Bachelor (41 programs), PhD (4 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.