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State University of Paraíba

Campina Grande, Brazil Founded 1966

Overview

English Name: State University of Paraíba
Founded: 1966
Control Type: Public
State University of Paraíba institutional grounds
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Founded in 1966, State University of Paraíba is a public institution based in Campina Grande, Brazil. The institution operates as a higher-education provider, providing higher-education access in Brazil.

Teaching at State University of Paraíba covers multiple qualification levels, delivered through numerous faculties and schools. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.

Location & Contact

Where State University of Paraíba sits geographically, plus the contact channels students use during admissions. Alumni-office inquiries are separate from admissions and have their own contact page.

Address: Rua Baraúnas 351 Bairro Universitário
Postal Code: 58429-500
Phone: (83) 3315-3300
Social Media:

Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for State University of Paraíba: scale, staffing balance, and accreditation context. These shape the academic experience more than headline rankings often suggest.

Academic Year: August to December
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate and entrance examination

Degrees

Also MBA

Other 55 programs
  • Accountancy
  • Administration
  • Agriculture
  • Agronomy
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Archiving
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Civil Security
  • Computer Science
  • Criminology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Dentistry
  • Ecology
  • Educational Sciences
  • English
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Ethnology
  • Geography
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics Education
  • Natives Education
  • Natural Resources
  • Natural Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Peace and Disarmament
  • Pedagogy
  • Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Physical Education
  • Physical Therapy
  • Physics
  • Police Studies
  • Portuguese
  • Primary Education
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Regional Planning
  • Sanitary Engineering
  • Science Education
  • Social and Community Services
  • Spanish
  • Statistics
  • Teacher Training

Faculties & Divisions

Subject coverage by faculty inside State University of Paraíba. Faculty groupings reflect both academic tradition and the institution's strategic positioning across disciplines.

Agrarian and Environmental Sciences (CCAA - Campus II) (Centre) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agriculture
  • Ecology

Common Career Paths

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Climate Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Applied Social Sciences (CCSA - Campus I) (Centre) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Administration
  • Mass Communication
  • Social and Community Services

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Biological and Applied Social Sciences (CCBSA - Campus V) (Centre) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Archiving
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • International Relations and Diplomacy

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Biological and Health Sciences (CCBS - Campus I) (Centre) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Dentistry
  • Health Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Physical Education
  • Physical Therapy
  • Psychology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Education (CEDUC - Campus I) (Centre) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Geography
  • History
  • Literature
  • Pedagogy
  • Philosophy
  • Sociology

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Exact and Applied Social Sciences (CCEA - Campus VII) (Centre) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Human and Agrarian Sciences (CCHA - Campus IV) (Centre) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agriculture
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Literature

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Human and Exact Sciences (CCHE - Campus VI) (Centre) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Literature
  • Mathematics

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities (CH - Campus III) (Centre) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Geography
  • History
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Pedagogy

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Juridical Sciences (CCJ - Campus I) (Centre) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Private Law
  • Public Law

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Sciences and Technology (CCT - Campus I) (Centre) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Sanitary Engineering
  • Statistics

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Sciences, Technology and Health (CCTS - Campus VIII) (Centre) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Civil Engineering
  • Dentistry
  • Natural Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

All active programmes at State University of Paraíba are listed by degree level. Cross-reference against the divisions section to identify which faculty owns each programme — that determines admissions handling.

Bachelor's Degree

38 programmes

State University of Paraíba runs 38 programmes at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Letras Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Letras - Espanhol Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Letras - Inglês Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Letras - Língua Portuguesa Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Matemática Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Psicologia Psychology On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Química Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Química Industrial Chemistry On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Serviço Social Social Work On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Sociologia Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Agronomia Agriculture On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Jornalismo Communication Studies On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Letras - Português Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Arquivologia Library Science On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Biologia Biological Sciences On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Relações Internacionais Social & Cultural Studies On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Agroecologia Agriculture On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Computação Software Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Ciências Biológicas Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Filosofia Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Geografia Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
História Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Letras Com Português E Espanhol Education & Teaching Online
Delivery: Online
Pedagogia Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Engenharia Civil Civil Engineering & Construction On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Física Education & Teaching On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Odontologia Dentistry On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Administração Business Administration On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Administração Pública Business Administration Online
Delivery: Online
Ciências Contábeis Accounting On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Ciências Da Computação Software Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Direito Law On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Educação Física Rehabilitation Sciences On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Enfermagem Nursing On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Engenharia Sanitária E Ambiental Environmental Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Estatística Applied Mathematics & Statistics On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Farmácia Pharmacy On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Fisioterapia Rehabilitation Sciences On-campus
Delivery: On-campus

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

3 programmes

This group collects State University of Paraíba's 3 programmes of certificates, diplomas, and foundation or associate programmes — practical entry points or stepping stones toward a degree.

Análise E Desenvolvimento De Sistemas Software Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Ciências De Dados Computer Sciences On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Energias Renováveis Electrical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus

How to apply to State University of Paraíba

Practical steps to apply to State University of Paraíba, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse State University of Paraíba's 41 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at State University of Paraíba typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    State University of Paraíba processes applications through uepb.edu.br. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at (83) 3315-3300. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about State University of Paraíba

A short Q&A covering State University of Paraíba's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.

When was State University of Paraíba founded?

State University of Paraíba was established in 1966 (approximately 60 years ago).

What city is State University of Paraíba in?

State University of Paraíba operates from Campina Grande, Brazil.

Is State University of Paraíba a public or private institution?

State University of Paraíba operates as a public institution.

Is State University of Paraíba officially recognised?

Yes, State University of Paraíba is recognised by Ministry of Education.

What is State University of Paraíba's official website?

You can find State University of Paraíba online at uepb.edu.br.

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