Each academic year is divided into two semesters. When applying for admission, students choose one of the research areas offered by the program.
Applicants are encouraged to have a solid background in one of the subfields of Electrical Engineering. However, a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is not required. Applicants with other academic backgrounds are also considered.
Each student is assigned an academic advisor who assists with course planning and the selection of a thesis topic.
The Master’s program is expected to take two years. Students typically complete coursework during the first year and develop their thesis during the second year.
Students may enroll in individual courses, up to a maximum of two per semester.
Applications to IME graduate programs are coordinated by the Graduate Education Subdivision (SD/1). Application information is available on the IME website:
IME graduate admissions information
The program offers CAPES scholarships under the Demanda Social (DS) program, with an expected duration of up to 24 months.
To apply for one of these scholarships, students must submit a request to the PGEE Scholarship Evaluation Committee, which is responsible for selecting scholarship recipients.
Scholarships are awarded according to objective criteria announced to applicants in advance. Selected students must sign a commitment agreement and comply with the guidelines in CAPES Ordinance No. 076 of April 14, 2010. Further information is available at:
CAPES Demanda Social scholarship program
In general, continued scholarship support depends on satisfactory academic performance and completion of a one-semester teaching internship.
Additional scholarships funded by research projects may also be available.
The linked admissions and scholarship information is in Portuguese.