Stricto Sensu
Postgraduate Programs
São Leopoldo Mandic offers CAPES-recognized graduate programs in Dentistry and Medical Sciences, training researchers and specialists committed to the production and dissemination of scientific knowledge.
Postgraduate Studies (Stricto Sensu)
Excellence in scientific research and academic training
The graduate programs at São Leopoldo Mandic are developed by research professors with extensive scientific output and national and international experience, offering students a stimulating research environment committed to innovation.
With established research lines, advanced technology laboratories, and partnerships with leading institutions, the programs are aligned with the contemporary demands of health science and contribute to publications in high-impact journals.
The São Leopoldo Mandic Faculty is the only Brazilian educational institution to be part of the Orpheus group – an organization for PhD education in Biomedicine and Health Sciences within the European System – a member of the Association of European Universities, which brings together educational institutions active in health sciences and biomedicine.
Graduates from São Leopoldo Mandic's programs work in universities, research centers, health services, and companies in the sector, applying the knowledge they have acquired to transform clinical practice and health management.
CAPES Evaluation
Recognition of academic excellence
The CAPES evaluation is conducted every four years and analyzes stricto sensu graduate programs based on academic quality, scientific production, human resource development, and scientific and social impact. The Dentistry programs at São Leopoldo Mandic achieved a score of 5 — the highest possible for professional programs — with a faculty predominantly composed of PhD professors, consistent scientific output, and modern infrastructure.
Our programs
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Dentistry
Professional Master's Degree in Dentistry
This program is geared towards qualifying dental professionals with an emphasis on applying scientific knowledge to clinical practice. It develops skills in applied research and problem-solving in everyday clinical practice, with a faculty composed mainly of PhD professors and modern infrastructure.
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Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Dental Clinics
An excellent academic program that trains researchers in various dental specialties, with fully equipped dental laboratories and clinics, a model that encourages research and innovation. It attracts students from various nationalities, including the United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, Paraguay, Chile, Mexico, Bolivia, Colombia, Guatemala, and Angola.
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Master's Degree in Medical Sciences
This program, implemented in 2020 and recognized by CAPES/MEC, focuses on training qualified teachers and researchers to develop new methodologies in health promotion and quality of life. It has two areas of concentration: Minimally Invasive Surgery and Translational Medicine.
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Resources and support for scientific research
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Laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and specialized technical staff
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Access to the CAPES Periodicals Portal
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Research Ethics Committee (CEP)
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Ethics Committee on the Use of Animals (CEUA)
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Center for Technological Innovation (NIT)
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Hub Mandic — Health Innovation
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Online platform for interaction with courses
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Partnerships with national and international institutions
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Lectures and presentations by Brazilian and international experts
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Orpheus Group — the only Brazilian institution that is part of it
Entry requirements
How to join the programs
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Bachelor's degree recognized by the MEC (for Master's degree)
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Master's degree recognized by CAPES (for Doctorate)
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Approval in the specific selection process for the program
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Proficiency in a foreign language (English required; second language recommended)
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Research project compatible with the program guidelines
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Lattes Curriculum updated with scientific publications
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Letters of recommendation from researchers in the field
Start your journey in scientific research
Learn about the selection processes for our programs and take the next step in your academic and scientific career. Contact the graduate studies office for more information about calls for applications, deadlines, and required documentation.