Universidad de Málaga

About the university

The University of Malaga (Universidad de Málaga, UMA) is a public university located in Malaga, Andalusia, Spain. Established around 1972–1975, it has grown to become a major higher education institution in southern Spain. UMA offers 60+ bachelor’s degrees and multiple double degrees, as well as numerous master’s and doctoral programs across engineering, sciences, health sciences, social sciences, humanities, education, economics and business, and fine arts. The main campuses include Teatinos (science, engineering, health, economics) and El Ejido (architecture and fine arts). UMA has an active research profile and ranks in the top 3–4% of universities worldwide according to CWUR. Teaching is primarily in Spanish, with some international and bilingual initiatives.

Key information

Location: Malaga, ES
Ranking #15
QS #651
National ranking #19
Institution type: public

Popular faculties

Industrial Engineering
Computer Engineering
Telecommunications Engineering
Architecture
Fine Arts
Medicine
Nursing
Psychology
Economics and Business
Education
Law

Programs (37)

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

Student body

Total students: 35,000
Undergraduate: 28,000
Graduate: 5,000
International students: 8%

Campus life

UMA’s main activity is concentrated on the Teatinos campus (science, engineering, health, economics, education) and the El Ejido campus (architecture and fine arts) in the city of Malaga. The Employment Fair of UMA brings more than one hundred companies to campus each year, offering jobs, internships and training activities. The university provides cultural, sports and volunteering opportunities, and students enjoy Malaga’s Mediterranean climate, beaches and relatively affordable cost of living.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €350 - €700 / per month

Housing options

University residences
shared student apartments
private studios
homestay with local families
off-campus rented apartments

Student clubs and organizations

Student associations by faculty
cultural clubs
sports clubs
entrepreneurship and innovation groups
volunteering associations

Sports

University football team
basketball team
volleyball team
athletics team
other sports teams organized through UMA sports services

Career & internships

Employment rate: 80%

Partner companies

Siemens
Carrefour
Management Solutions
Crowe
ENAIRE
Caetano Retail

Internships: The University of Malaga’s Employment Fair and related programs link students and graduates with companies through internships, graduate programs and direct hiring. The university’s employment and guidance services support CV preparation, interview skills and company presentations. Many degree programs include compulsory or optional internships in collaboration with regional and national employers.

Admission requirements

Required documents

Spanish secondary school certificate or equivalent
university entrance exams (EBAU) or recognized international qualification
ID or passport
regional pre-enrolment; for international students: UNEDasiss accreditation and specific subject exams as required
Spanish language proficiency

Tuition costs

€1,100 - €4,000 / per year
Acceptance rate: 45.00%
Scholarships available: Students at UMA can access Spanish national and regional grants (Ministry of Education, Junta de Andalucía) for tuition and living costs. The university also collaborates with companies and institutions through its employment and guidance services to provide paid internships and talent programs. International students often receive Erasmus+ or other mobility funding via their home universities. Specific scholarships and criteria are published on UMA’s official website.
Additional costs: Books €100-200/year, Student card €25

Quick facts

Founded: 1975
Teaching languages: Spanish, English, spanish
Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

Website: https://www.uma.es
+34 95 213 13 00