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Universidad de Cádiz

Cádiz, ES · Ranking #35

The University of Cádiz (UCA) is a public university in Andalusia, Spain, with campuses in Cádiz, Puerto Real, Algeciras and Jerez. It continues a long tradition of higher education in the city, including nautical and marine studies. UCA offers degrees, master’s and doctorates in sciences, engineering, health, law, economics, humanities, education and marine sciences, and is part of the Campus of International Excellence Global del Mar and the European University SEA-EU. It has strong research and links with the regional economy and port sector.

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Universidad de Cádiz

About the university

The University of Cádiz (UCA) is a public university in Andalusia, Spain, with campuses in Cádiz, Puerto Real, Algeciras and Jerez. It continues a long tradition of higher education in the city, including nautical and marine studies. UCA offers degrees, master’s and doctorates in sciences, engineering, health, law, economics, humanities, education and marine sciences, and is part of the Campus of International Excellence Global del Mar and the European University SEA-EU. It has strong research and links with the regional economy and port sector.

Key information

  • Location: Cádiz, ES
  • Ranking #35
  • QS #1201
  • THE #1201
  • US News #1200
  • National ranking #45
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Law
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Education
  • Life Sciences
  • Business and Economics
  • Medical and Health Sciences
  • Marine Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Nautical and Maritime Studies

Programs (36)

  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Dentistry
  • Veterinary Science
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Telecommunications
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Engineering
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • Law
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Philosophy
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Environmental Science
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Education
  • Fine Arts
  • Music
  • Journalism and Communication

Student body

  • Total students: 22,000
  • Undergraduate: 19,000
  • Graduate: 2,500
  • International students: 8%

Campus life

UCA has four campuses (Cádiz, Puerto Real, Algeciras, Jerez) with libraries, labs and the Área de Deportes facilities. Students use a sports card for gym and activities; high-level athletes can apply for grants. The Oficina del Estudiante and Atención al Alumnado provide accommodation lists and support. The university is part of SEA-EU and the Campus of Excellence Global del Mar. The annual Virtual Employment Fair and UCAEmplea portal connect students with companies; ÍCARO offers placement services for internships and jobs.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €350 - €650 / per month

Housing options

  • University college (Colegio Mayor)
  • university residence halls
  • student residence (La Caleta)
  • shared student apartments
  • private studios
  • off-campus rented apartments
  • MOD residence (Algeciras)
  • verified private residences

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student associations
  • cultural and academic groups
  • sports clubs through Área de Deportes
  • volunteer and exchange programmes

Sports

  • Football
  • athletics
  • indoor and outdoor sports
  • university teams
  • high-level athlete support
  • recreational and competitive activities

Career & internships

Employment rate: 79%

Partner companies

  • Carrefour
  • Airbus
  • Acerinox
  • INECO
  • CLECE
  • Elecnor
  • Ghenova
  • Fundación Once
  • Spanish Armed Forces
  • Hipotels Hotels & Resorts
  • AENA
  • ADIF
  • Ayesa
  • Eulen
  • Obramat
  • The Talent Sea

Internships: The Vice-Rectorate for Entrepreneurship and Employability runs UCAEmplea (portalempleo.uca.es) for job offers, skills assessment and employability workshops, and the annual Virtual Employment Fair with company stands, webinars and recruitment. External placements are coordinated through practicasexternas.uca.es; the ÍCARO placement service helps students and graduates register as jobseekers and access matched vacancies. Many degrees include curricular placements in regional companies and institutions.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Application form
  • ID or passport
  • academic transcripts
  • secondary school leaving certificate or access qualification
  • proof of language level where required
  • proof of payment of fees where applicable

Tuition costs

  • €1,000 - €2,500 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 52.00%
  • Scholarships available: UCA offers its own grants for the academic year, Spanish Ministry (MEFP) grants, Andalusian government aid (including 99% fee waiver for eligible residents), Isabel Miranda Sierra extraordinary study grants, transport and language support, and Erasmus+ KA131 mobility grants. The Sports Area awards grants for high-level athletes. Deadlines and requirements are published on the university website and the Ventanilla del Estudiante (student services).
  • Additional costs: Books €100-200/year, Student card €25

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1979
  • Teaching languages: Spanish, English, spanish
  • Study formats: offline, hybrid

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