So, you have decided to get a European higher education. In that case, welcome to Spain. Here you will find a large number of proposals from public and private universities or business schools located in different regions of the country. Below is a list of the main universities and business schools in Spain that are ready to welcome you in the new academic year.
You can visually study the higher education system in Spain in the infographics.
Please note that it is worthwhile to start preparing for admission in advance in order to actually enter and have time to complete all the documents before the start of the school year. The Spanish Ministry of Education at the regional level determines when the school year in Spain begins. For higher education institutions, the beginning of the academic year in Spain is set, as a rule, at the end of September - beginning of October for higher education and for master's degrees from mid or late October.
List of universities in Barcelona, \u200b\u200bMadrid and other cities that are ready to welcome you in the new academic year.
State universities
|
Educational institution, city |
Characteristics (description) |
Educational programs |
Duration of training |
Conditions of admission |
Tuition fees and payment |
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Barcelona |
Udima - Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (Madrid University of Distance Learning). Distance Learning University of Madrid is an open, flexible, innovative university in Spain with a personalized learning approach. Students do not need to be physically present in the classrooms of the educational institution, their training takes place at home, at work, or in any other place where there is an opportunity to connect to the Internet. There are no restrictions on training time or access to resources. The online university operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, giving each student the opportunity to choose an individual convenient time for study. |
Directions: Degree in Business Administration Degree in Human Resource Management Degree in Criminology Degree in Law Degree in Economics Degree in Business and Tourism Degree in Humanities Degree in Industrial Engineering Early Childhood Degree Degree in Journalism Degree in Psychology Degree in Tourism |
from 3 to 5 years |
Entrance examination |
from 1275 euros per year |
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ESERP Barcelona, \u200b\u200bMadrid |
Business SchoolESERP international level, one of the leaders in the ratings of the best Master's and postgraduate education programs in Spain. During the training, there is the possibility of internships in England, Germany, France and Portugal, Chile. Perhaps the only business school in Spain offering Master's programs for 3rd year university students. More than 20,000 graduates. |
Directions: Company management Tourism and hotel management Business, Marketing and Public Relations Graphic design Bachelor in Marketing (Staffordshire University) Bachelor of Business Administration (Stafford Shire University) Bachelor in Tourism Management (Stafford Shire University), |
from 3 to 5 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 3750 euros per year |
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INSA Barcelona |
INSA Business School... The success and professional level of the school's graduates have maintained this status for 20 years. At the same time, INSA is one of the cheapest business schools in Barcelona. |
Directions: Company management Sales and Marketing |
from 3 to 5 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 2500 euros per year |
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IED Barcelona, \u200b\u200bMadrid |
European Institute of Design (Instituto Europeo di Design) - an international institute characterized by constant search and research. The main disciplinary areas of the institute: design, fashion, visual creativity and communication. The institute has talented and ambitious students of any age and nationality. Here you can make all your wildest dreams come true. |
Directions: Fashion Marketing and Communication Interior Design Interior Design for Commercial Premises (in English) Graphic design Design management |
from 3 to 5 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 6000 euros per year |
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Universidad Camilo Jose Cela Madrid Madrid |
Camilo José Cela University Is one of the young universities. It meets all the requirements of the business world and has firmly taken its rightful place among high-level universities. No one university of Spaindoes not have so many education certificates. |
Directions: Design Architecture Medicine Finance Psychology Right Management Property management |
from 3 to 5 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 5000 per year |
|
Universidad Nebrija Madrid |
Antonio de Nebrija University - prestigious, innovative, very well-known, established by a special law. Antonio de Nebrija University is ranked in 15 top universities in Spain... The Antonio de Nebrija University is said to be the smallest among the most famous Spanish universities and is considered, in particular, the best university in Spain for teaching advertising. |
Directions: Entrepreneurship and management Tourism Journalism Financial management Architecture Right Medicine Design |
from 3 to 5 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 7500 per year |
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Euroaula Barcelona |
Euroaula Business School specializes in training highly qualified specialists in the field of tourism. Today, the school provides the following study programs: Bachelor's degree in Tourism, Master's programs, vocational training programs, flight attendant courses and other specialized programs. |
Directions: Tourism |
4 years |
Certificate of secondary education (homologated) Entrance examination Degree recognition (for students who are transferring to a foreign university) Extract from the academic part of the disciplines passed Extract from the academic part with grades in the disciplines passed |
From 2000 per year |
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European University Barcelona |
Founded in 1973, currently European University is one of best business schools in the world... The university offers traditional bachelor's and master's degree programs in business administration with the possibility of specialization in 10 different areas, such as finance and banking, public relations, tourism management, information systems, technology management, personnel management, sports. management. |
Directions: Business administration Public relations Tourism and recreation management International relationships Sports Management Information Technology Management Capital Management Multimedia Technology Management Technology management |
From 3 years |
Certified copy of the school leaving certificate with grades and translation into English Certificate of English level - minimum 213/80/550 for TOEFL, 6.0 for IELTS or EU internal exam Composition-essay |
From 6500 euros per year |
If you have any questions about studying in Spain, contact us by phone numbers indicated on the website or by e-mail.
Six of the fourteen top universities in Madrid are public. In the international ranking of QS Best Student Cities, Madrid was ranked 31st among the best university cities in the world in 2017.
UNIVERSIDAD DE ALCALÁ (UAH)
It is the oldest in Madrid: according to research, it was founded in 1293 by King Sancho IV. In 1499, Cardinal Cisneros gave a new impetus to its development - he created a college and the University of Alcala became one of the first universities in the city to serve the educational community. Considered one of the oldest universities in Europe, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
It has two campuses - one in Alcala de Henares and one in Guadalajara. There are currently 29,000 students studying here. The university is between 550 and 600 positions in the QS World University Rankings. In addition, it is the number 1 university in terms of employment of its graduates.
UNIVERSIDAD AUTÓNOMA DE MADRID (UAM)
It was founded fifty years ago, in 1968. Most of the faculties are located in Campus de Cantoblanco. The Faculty of Medicine is located next to the Hospital Universitario La Paz, which allows students to practice on a regular basis. More than 26,000 students study at the university in 60 specializations, among which international programs and training in two languages \u200b\u200bstand out.
UNIVERSIDAD CARLOS III DE MADRID (UC3M)
The Carlos III University of Madrid was founded in 1989 with the aim of providing quality university and postgraduate education. The philosophy of the university is to educate responsibility, freedom of thought, sensitivity to social problems.The university is renowned for its international focus, teaching and research quality. More than 21,000 students are currently studying here.
UNIVERSIDAD COMPLUTENSE DE MADRID (UCM)
The university was founded in the city of Alcala de Henares (hence the name - Complutum - the Latin name for Alcala) under the patronage of Cardinal Cisnéros in 1499, when the status of the university was given to a higher school, the so-called. Estudios Generales, which has existed since 1293. In 1836, during the reign of Isabella II, the university was moved to Madrid under the name of the Central University. It currently has 75,000 students. Ranked 233rd in the world ranking of universities.
UNIVERSIDAD POLITÉCNICA DE MADRID (UPM)
The Polytechnic University began its work in 1971. The university has an urban campus located in Madrid. The University is a leading university in the field of Engineering and Technology, ranking 131st in the world in this area. This university can be called one of the most respectable employers in Spain and around the world. Now almost 40,000 students study here.
UNIVERSIDAD REY JUAN CARLOS (URJC)
URJC started its active activity in 1996, it is the "youngest" university in Madrid. More than 45,000 students study here, the number of which has increased significantly over the past few years. Currently, the University is located in four buildings located in Vicalvaro (Madrid) and the suburbs of the capital - the cities of Alcorcon, Mostoles and Fuenlabrada.
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Madrid is Europe's largest political and economic center, a dynamic, cosmopolitan city with many opportunities for foreigners. As a student at one of the universities in Madrid, you can get a prestigious education and at the same time fully immerse yourself in the Spanish-speaking environment. Many universities in Madrid offer their students to undertake internships in other countries, gain invaluable practical experience and, as a result, enter the European labor market as a trained qualified specialist in their field.
Madrid is a city for students
Young people will love Madrid with its many interesting and varied leisure options:
- cultural recreation - visiting the Royal and Crystal Palaces, the Prado, Reina Sofia, Thyssen-Bornemisza, Catholic cathedrals;
- for football fans - visiting matches of the clubs "Real Madrid", "Atletico Madrid", "Rayo Vallecano", the stadium "Santiago Barnabeu";
- walks - along the most famous Gran Vía, where the Spanish Royal Academy of Fine Arts is located, along the main square Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Cibeles, Retiro Park, Sabatini Gardens or Botanical Garden;
- nightlife - tapas bars, clubs, cocktail bars, jazz terraces, flamenco theaters.
It is quite profitable to live and study in Madrid - it is one of the cheapest European capitals. The student can live on the campus at the university, rent an apartment with other students, or live with a Spanish family.
Studying in Spanish universities allows for the possibility of part-time work, so students can independently cover their daily expenses.
The desire of our compatriots to emigrate to Spain is explained by the advantages that a foreigner receives when moving to a country with a high standard of living and education. For example, graduates of Spanish universities can easily find a job not only in Spain, but also in other EU countries due to the fact that their diplomas are highly valued and recognized throughout Europe.
Along with a high-quality and relatively inexpensive education, university students have the opportunity to undergo internships or practice in the best European universities and conduct world-class research.
Overview of Public and Private Universities in Madrid
You can get a high-quality European education both in public and private universities in Madrid. At the same time, tuition fees often depend not on the source of funding for the educational institution, but on the program chosen by the student - “official” (officiales) or “own” (propios).
The cost of studying in an official specialty in all universities in Spain is unified, but universities (most often private) can set their own rates for their own courses. At the same time, los titulos propios are more competitive for the local labor market.
The table provides a brief description of public universities in Madrid:
| Name | Number of faculties / specialties | Language of instruction | Bachelor Cost, EUR | master Cost, EUR |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autonomous University of Madrid, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, UAM | 7 / 48 | no | up to 900 | 4500 | |
| Complutense University, Universidad Complutense Madrid, UCM | 26 / 78 | no | spanish, there are programs in English | from 455 | from 455 |
| University of Madrid Carlos III, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, UC3M | 27 / 141 | partially (combined learning online and on campus) | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | from 1385 | 2500 |
| Polytechnic University of Madrid, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, UPM | 20 / 200 | no | spanish | information on request | information on request |
| University of Alcalá, Universidad de Alcalá | 9 / 86 | no | spanish, English | from 1782 | from 2310 |
| University of Rey Juan Carlos, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos | 8/79 bachelor's, 71 master's, 78 dual specializations | yes, 9 online programs for 2018 | spanish, English | from 2500 | from 2670 |
| National University of Distance Education, Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia, UNED | 11/28 bachelor's degree, 76 master | online learning | spanish, English | 780 | 1330 |
The largest universities - UAM, UCM, UNED - provide students with an opportunity to receive education in almost any specialty - from fine arts and biological sciences to law and various aspects of medicine.
Those who see their vocation in technical sciences - mining or engineering, architecture, IT, nuclear physics, nanotechnology - are waiting for one of the relatively young universities that have already won leading positions in national rankings. This is the Madrid Polytechnic, which has a high-quality academic base, actively participates in European scientific projects and has excellent opportunities for conducting all kinds of research.
Carlos III University is more focused on social and legal areas: business administration, economics, finance, political science, international studies, accounting, labor relations, tourism, economics and law.
Education at the universities of Madrid, as well as in other Spanish universities, includes 3 stages: bachelor's, master's, doctoral studies. Moreover, the cost of obtaining a master's degree is usually several times higher than that of a bachelor's.
In addition, the price also depends on the specialty chosen by the student: studying natural sciences or theology is much cheaper than medicine or jurisprudence.
Therefore, in the table, which contains information about private universities in Madrid, the cost of training varies within a fairly wide range:
| Name | Faculties / specialties | Distance learning opportunity | Language of instruction | Cost, EUR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alfonso el Sabio, Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio, UAX | 5/38 Master's, 41 Dual Specializations | no | spanish, English, French, German | information on request |
| University of Pontificia Comillas, Universidad Pontificia Comillas, UPCO | 6/36 Bachelor's, 94 Master's (including dual specializations) | distance learning for some specialties | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | 2800 - 12000 bachelor's degree, 5750 - 28150 Master's degree |
| European University of Madrid, Universidad Europea Madrid, UE | 4/74 bachelor's, 69 master's, 24 dual majors | online programs | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | 4700 - 8300 Master's degree online |
| Remote University of Madrid, Universidad a Distancia de Madrid, UDIMA | 5/16 bachelor, 42 master | distance learning | spanish, English | from 1360 |
| CEU San Pablo University, Universidad CEU San Pablo | 6 / 131 | no | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | on average 2000 - 17000 bachelor's degree, 4800 - 51000 Master's degree |
| Francisco de Vitoria University, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, UFV Madrid | 6/39 including dual specializations | distance learning courses | spanish, English | 5900 – 17000 |
| University of Nebridge, Universidad Nebrija | 5/58 Bachelor's, 44 Master's (including dual specializations) | online, mixed programs | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | from 2900 bachelor's, 4000 - 17000 master's |
| Camilo Jose Cela University, Universidad Camilo José Cela, UCJC | 5/77 including dual specializations | no | spanish, English, Bilingual programs | 3650 – 18000 |
| ESERP Business School, ESERP Business school | 8 / 22 | MBA online, virtual campus for full-time students | spanish, English | from 5750 |
The European University in Madrid is ready to accept applicants for a variety of specialties: architecture and construction, biotechnology, art, design, sports, law and law, criminology, business management, pharmaceuticals, linguistics, industrial and aerospace technologies, and others.
A similar range of official and private master's degrees is offered by UAX, University of Nebridge, CEU, UCJC. Those wishing to work in the field of business, tourism, PR, marketing, finance, international trade should definitely pay attention to ESERP.
The correspondence form of education in Spanish universities allows the student to study remotely, online, take the program at a convenient time and anywhere.
There are 2 specialized distance education universities in Madrid - UDIMA and UNED. In some other universities, it is possible to study remotely only certain courses and programs.
Admission to the University of Madrid
A foreigner is quite capable of entering a Madrid university, choosing the university and the desired specialty to begin with. Specific requirements for applicants can be found on information portals that each university has.
A common feature of all Spanish universities is the need to pass the entrance exam, which is currently called PAU and includes a test of knowledge in 6 subjects.
The test is quite serious, so even Spanish applicants undergo a preparatory course first.
The exam is passed in 2 stages. On the first one must surrender:
- spanish language;
- foreign language (English, French);
- history of Spain or philosophy;
- a subject to choose from (depending on the specialty: mathematics, Latin, art history and others).
The second part of PAU includes the delivery of two more subjects to choose from:
- humanities or social sciences: mathematics, geography of Spain, art history, design, economics, Latin;
- scientific direction: mathematics, physics, drawing;
- health sciences: chemistry, biology, mathematics.
In addition to passing the PAU, a foreign applicant should take care of the preparation of educational documents, their translation into Spanish and notarization.
Admission to Spanish universities immediately after leaving school in Russia is possible under two conditions:
- if you have a certificate of complete secondary education, which must undergo homologation;
- in case of successful passing of the PAU exam.
Free education at universities in Madrid
The possibility of free education is available to those students who manage to get a scholarship or grant to study at a university. There are many such programs in Spain, the main thing is to find a suitable option for yourself.
This can be a reward:
- talented or gifted young people in any field;
- applicants entering a certain specialty;
- applicants with special merit or achievements obtained during their studies at school;
- citizens of specific states;
- privileged categories of persons.
When passing the competition, the applicant can be provided with full or partial tuition fees. Funding is provided either by the university itself or by third-party organizations, for example, the Carolina Foundation (the official website of the Fundación Carolina), the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports, the EACEA agency and others.
Cost of living in Madrid
- Dinner at the restaurant - 12 euros.
- Coffee in the establishment - 1.72 euros.
- A liter of milk - 0.83 euros.
- A dozen eggs - 1.59 euros.
- A kilogram of chicken meat - 6.24 euros.
- A bottle of wine - 5 euros.
- Travel by transport - 1.50 euros.
- Taxi ride (1 km) - € 1.05.
- Rent a 1-room apartment (not in the center) - 608.50 euros.
- Utilities in a 2-room apartment - 123.66 euros.
- Mobile tariff for 1 min. conversation - 0.20 euros.
- Going to the cinema - 9 euros.
- The cost of jeans is 71.32 euros.
- The cost of sports shoes is 72.94 euros.
Universities in other cities of Spain
There are prestigious Spanish universities not only in the capital. Dozens of universities, located not only in metropolitan areas of Spain, but also in small towns, provide excellent academic training and research experience.
Among the most prestigious higher educational institutions, which from year to year fall into the world rankings of the best educational institutions, one can name:
- Pompeu Fabra University;
- Autonomous University of Barcelona;
- University of Barcelona;
- Technical University of Catalonia - Universitat Politécnica de Catalunya, UPC.
It is also worth paying attention to private higher art institutions and business schools, whose diplomas are highly regarded throughout Europe. For example, a prestigious creative education can be obtained:
- at the conservatories: Royal Madrid, Jesus de Monasterio, Liceu;
- at institutes: arts of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bEuropean design;
- schools: cinematography and audiovisual effects.
Tourism and hospitality programs are offered by schools CETT, EADA and others.
Finally
Education in Madrid, the capital of Spain, is now available not only to citizens of the country, but also to visitors from other states. An impressive list of public and private universities allows the applicant to choose the optimal conditions for studying in this city, to determine the specialty and get acquainted with the requirements for admission. However, no matter what university is chosen, the quality of graduates' training remains invariably high, and the diploma received opens the way to profitable employment in any country in Europe.
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General information about education in Spain
Spain is a country with a very ancient culture that has been accumulating and developing over several centuries. The history of Madrid is similar to the history of the country - just as rich and ancient. Like the city itself, the architecture of Madrid is quite distinctive. The educational system in Spain is very old-fashioned. But in recent years, a number of changes and reforms have been carried out in the education system, with the help of which it should reach the general European level. There are approximately sixty higher education institutions in the country. At the same time, two-thirds are state institutions, and the rest are private. But both of them provide quality education that meets international standards.
Study at the Madrid Polytechnic University
One of the representatives of the state higher educational institution is the Madrid Polytechnic University. The Polytechnic University gives Madrid the right to bear the title of the city, on the territory of which the largest technical university in Spain is located. And the architecture of university buildings fits organically with the architecture of Madrid.
There are twenty faculties at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, where about 30 thousand students study, of which 2% are citizens of other countries.
The Polytechnic University of Madrid is relatively young. Despite this, it has won a solid place in the national ranking of the best educational institution in terms of training in technical specialties. The creation of the Madrid Polytechnic University was the merger of the educational institutions founded in the 18th - 19th centuries. Teaching in the following specialties is inherent in the Madrid Polytechnic University: mining, architecture, engineering, telecommunications, forestry, geology, information technology, cartography and geodesy, materials science and some others.
The Polytechnic University of Madrid owns research centers for nuclear physics, solar energy, nanotechnology and gravity research.
Role of the Polytechnic University in the architecture of Madrid
There is a training facility in Madrid that participates in several European research projects. One of the most important subjects at the university is the subject on the use of graphic computer geometry in architecture. Students study the geometric theory of object architecture in computer science. Some consider this course to be a kind of deepening and expansion of the knowledge that students acquire in descriptive geometry.
Many graduates of this university have made significant contributions to the architecture of Madrid. From there come really literate, great architects and scientists. The architecture of Madrid is inherent in both singularity and harmony, as well as multifaceted imagination and grace. And looking at the creations of graduates of the Faculty of Architecture, one can assume that the Polytechnic University in Madrid gives, if not everything, then a lot to become an excellent specialist. Many of them have contributed or will continue to contribute to the beautiful architecture of Madrid.
What can the best universities in the country give a student? Indeed, many universities in Spain have excellent curricula, qualified and experienced teachers, well-equipped infrastructure and modern campuses. You can't argue with that! In fact, absolutely all universities in Spain provide excellent academic preparation. A European education received at any Spanish university is a good start for a future career. However, a diploma from a top university in Spain can be seen as a kind of prize that gives you a significant advantage in the eyes of potential employers. The university brand will work for your resume.
You can visually study the higher education system in Spain ininfographics.
The annual rankings of universities are reviewed not only by prospective students choosing their alma mater, but also by employers who are looking for new employees. So our advice is this: if you want to get a quick start, an interesting student life, an international communication environment, the best teachers - choose the best universities in Spain! And we offer you a small overview of the best universities in Spain (according to rankings), in the most "student" cities, namely Barcelona, \u200b\u200bMadrid and Valencia.
Top universities in Barcelona
Barcelona ranks first among the student cities in Spain.
University of Barcelona - Universitat de Barcelona:
- one of the oldest public universities in Spain, opened in 1450;
- occupies high positions in both national and international ratings. According to the international influential QS World University Rankings (WUR), it is included in the top 200 universities in the world;
- a wide variety of programs in all three cycles of higher education, 19 faculties and university schools, 5 affiliated training centers, 64 bachelor's programs, 138 master's programs.
Autonomous University of Barcelona - Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona:
- a young and progressive state university, opened in 1968;
- according to the QS rating "Top-50 young universities (under 50)" it is ranked 10th in the world, 2nd in Europe and 1st in Spain;
- included in the top 200 universities in the world;
- 37,166 students from different countries of the world study within the walls of the university;
- offers a wide range of international student exchange programs.
Pompeu Fabra University - Universitat Pompeu Fabra:
- one of the youngest and fastest growing universities in Barcelona, \u200b\u200bopened in 1990;
- one of the twenty European universities with the largest number of projects funded by the European Research Council;
- high employment rate among university graduates - 83%;
- the university's programs cover three main scientific areas: social and human sciences, health sciences, communication and information technology.
- one of the largest state technical universities in Catalonia;
- is a member of the Top Industrial Managers for Europe, which promotes student exchange and double degree diplomas between technical universities throughout Europe;
- more than 2,190 companies have bilateral agreements on cooperation with the university, which allows university students to undergo internships and find employment in the best companies;
- is included in the top 500 technical universities in the world, in the top 200 European universities and ranks 2nd among Spanish universities.
Top universities in Madrid
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