The course covers diverse aspects of the contemporary society of the Portuguese-speaking nations, providing both an overview of the socio-economics, internal and external politics, demographic characteristics as well as a general account of its Institutions. This course concerns Portugal and aspects of the African Portuguese-speaking nations.

At the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the societies of the Portuguese-speaking nations as well as provide an overview of their history; 2. Identify the variety and relevance of the action of individuals or groups, related to historical, social and cultural phenomenon; 3. Relate the Revolution in Portugal (25th April 1974) with Portuguese society, socio-economics, and internal and external politics; 4. Analyze the independence of Brazil and its political and social evolution until the modern day.