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Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

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Porto Alegre, Brazil
601–800th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

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The Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) is one of the largest universities in Brazil.

It is located in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, with most of its campuses in the state capital of Porto Alegre.

UFRGS began life in 1895 as a collection of schools around Porto Alegre. These gradually united and became the University of Rio Grande do Sul in 1947.

Three of Brazil’s presidents have been UFRGS alumni: Getúlio Vargas, João Goulart and Dilma Rousseff. Political thought and debate are highly valued at the university, which perhaps explains why so many politicians are former UFRGS students.

One of UFRGS’ campuses is known as the international campus, and is the university’s focal point for cooperation with foreign researchers, academics and students. Classes are taught in Portuguese, but English-speaking students can enrol for Portuguese as a foreign language.

The Campus Olimpico offers students free sports classes with supervision by professors. The sports on offer include bodybuilding, water sports, synchronised swimming, dance, Olympic gymnastics and wrestling.

In 2012 UFRGS created Zenit, its Scientific and Technological Park, with the aim of promoting research, innovation and entrepreneurship within the university.

Porto Alegre is located at the meeting point between five rivers, which form a giant lake. The political vigour of the university spills over into the city, making it one of the most progressive places in Brazil.

Alternative art and music venues can be found everywhere. Same sex partnerships were recognised here long before Brazil as a whole.

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Student gender ratio
52 F : 48 M (1)
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International student percentage
1% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
14.4 (1)
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Student total
40018 (1)

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Hong Kong


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Professorship of Public Policy

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

University of Cambridge

United Kingdom, Cambridge

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University of Cambridge

United Kingdom, Cambridge


Department/Location: Department of Public Policy (Bennett School of Public Policy) Reference: JB48228 Closing Date: 09 February 2026 The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Public Policy invites applications from candidates whose work falls within the field of public policy. We are looking for a successful and dynamic leader to join the senior leadership team in the newly established Bennett School of Public Policy (BSPP). This is an exciting, near-unique opportunity to join the leadership of a major international policy school at one of the world's top universities when it is in its infancy. The post-holder will play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses and will make a significant contribution to research and research leadership in the new School. We are looking for a leader with an outstanding track record of research and teaching in any area of public policy and a commitment to policy engagement. We welcome applicants from different disciplinary backgrounds. The successful candidate will have an outstanding research record of international stature in public policy. They will hold a PhD or an equivalent postgraduate qualification. Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision, and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered. To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/53871. Enquiries about the application process should be directed to professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk. Applications consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae, and a publications list, along with details of three referees, should be made online no later than 9 February 2026. Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Michael Kenny, mhk30@cam.ac.uk (Convenor of Board of Electors). Please quote reference JB48228 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics

HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY

Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong

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Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong


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Subjects Taught at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

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Arts and Humanities

  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology