FAQ

What is the Brazilian Defense College (ESD)?

The Brazilian Defense College (ESD), created on October 1, 2021, is a Higher Studies Institution linked to the Ministry of Defense (MD). It carries out studies, research, extension, dissemination, teaching and exchange, on topics of interest to National Defense, with a priority focus on civil servants of the Executive, Legislative and Judiciary Powers and institutions of interest to Defense, as well as military personnel from the Armed and Auxiliary Forces. More details HERE.

Who is the current  Commander of ESD?

Lieutenant General Carla Lyrio Martins.

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Who is the Deputy Commander?

Rear Admiral Leonardo Braga Martins

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What are the courses offered by ESD?

There are 9 courses offered by ESD and a few extension courses, as follows:

- Advanced Studies in Defense Course;

- Strategic Intelligence Course;

- Strategic Logistics and Defense Course;

- International Humanitarian Law Course;

- Diplomacy and Defense Course;

- International Crisis Analysis Course;

- National Defense and the Legislative Branch Course;

- Interagency Coordination and Planning Course;

- Defense Economics and Planning Course;

- Geopolitics and Defense Course.

Would you like to have more information on ESD’s courses and how to take part?

Access web page on internet www.esd.gov.br. You can have more detailed info in the COURSES and SELECTION PROCESS tabs, as well as access to the General Schedule of the Selection Process for ESD courses. We remind you that, for specialization and extension courses, ESD only receives appointments from invited institutions.

How can I enroll in ESD courses?

For regular specialization and extension courses, ESD only receives appointments from invited institutions, i.e., it does not receive direct registrations from individuals.

How to suggest that an institution be included in the list of institutions invited to take part in the regular specialization and extension courses at ESD?

If an institution is interested in being invited to appoint candidates for a regular specialization or extension course at ESD, it may send a letter to the School Commander, signed by his/her highest authority, explaining: its motivation; its adherence to the ESD mission and the course objective; how the knowledge acquired in the course, through the institution, will contribute to strengthening the defense mentality in Brazilian society; and what the benefits would be for the development of the requesting institution. From this, it will compete for the selection of institutions to be invited to the course. The letter should be sent to the email esd.protocolo@defesa.gov.br.

Where can I find information about ESD bids and contracts?

In the “Access to Information” tab, you can find information about bids and contracts. Click HERE.

How can I get in touch with ESD?

Contacts can be made via telephone in this link. (já estão feitos por outro link)

What is the PROFESP Social Project?

The Forças no Esporte Program is a social project that aims to include socially vulnerable children and adolescents and provide them with the opportunity to practice sports and activities that aim at comprehensive education, discipline and the consolidation of values. During the period in which they are at the Brazilian Defense College, classes are held in tutoring, arts, music, civics, sign language, health and well-being. In addition, students have the opportunity to practice sports such as swimming, soccer, tennis, basketball, karate and sensory motor circuits.