These are higher education additional study courses that may be taken by PUCRS undergraduate students or by graduates from other higher education institutions. Consisting of a set of courses in one or more undergraduate programs, they may have from 240 to 300 class hours (16 to 20 credits). This innovative modality of continuing education allows students to get more knowledge in a particular field, promoting a broad education, geared to the needs of the job market and to the development of the necessary skills to overcome daily challenges.