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Project University Joins edX as a Partner to Expand Access to Top Universities in Brazil

edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc., announced that Project University, an affiliate of Project Company that develops academic courses with top universities in Brazil, is the newest member of edX’s global partner network, joining hundreds of universities and institutions in expanding access to the best education in the world. As a new member of edX, Project University will launch a variety of programs and courses offered in partnership with top universities in Brazil, the first being a Professional Certificate program in Robotics Technology from the State University of Maringá (UEM), which is now open for enrollment.

“UEM’s robotics courses, which are rapidly growing in popularity among our students in Brazil, are now available to a global audience through the edX platform,” said Gilberto Antonelli, Professor Dr., Department of Production Engineering at UEM. “Our comprehensive and cutting-edge Professional Certificate program covers a wide spectrum of topics, catering to both beginners and experienced professionals. It is an unparalleled opportunity to gain a solid foundation in robotics and develop the expertise needed to thrive in this dynamic field.”

The new Professional Certificate program in Robotics Technology adds to edX’s catalog more than 4,200 online learning experiences developed in partnership with top universities and corporations around the world, from free courses to full degrees.

For more information, visit edx.org/school/projectuniversity.


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