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Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

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world rank  2488

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Overview

Founded in 1997, the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (International University of Catalonia) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Barcelona (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Catalonia. This institution also has a branch campus in Sant Cugat. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España (Ministry of Universities of Spain), Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Spanish higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 27-year-old Spanish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Spanish higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UIC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) International University of Catalonia
Name (Non Latin) Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Acronym UIC
Founded 1997
Motto Veritas Liberabit Vos
The Truth Shall Set You Free (John 8:32)
Colours Blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address Carrer Immaculada, 22
Barcelona
08017 Catalonia
Spain
Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Phone Number 932541800
Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Fax Number 934187673
Other locations Sant Cugat

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universitat Internacional de Catalunya is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universitat Internacional de Catalunya categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universitat Internacional de Catalunya.



Universitat Internacional de Catalunya: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
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International
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya international students information:

  • 376 international undergraduate and postgraduate students on exchange programmes in the 2022-2023 academic year
  • 1,845 full-time international undergraduate and postgraduate enrolled students from 106 different countries
  • 429 mobility agreements with foreign universities and institutions
  • Website: https://www.uic.es/en/international/study-uic-barcelona

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Admission Office Admission Office

Carrer Immaculada 22
Barcelona 08017
932541800


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Library

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Library is an essential resource for the academic community, comprising two branches to serve students, professors, and researchers. The library is committed to providing a conducive environment for learning, research, and discovery.

  • Branches: The library has two branches to cater to the needs of its users.
  • Physical Collection: The library houses an impressive collection of 49,000 physical books and volumes.
  • Digital Resources: The library offers access to 125,000 eBooks and 87,000 electronic journals.
  • Databases: The library has 18 electronic databases to support research.
  • Personnel: A dedicated team of 11 librarians is ready to assist users.
  • Personalized Assistance: The library provides services such as collection development, interlibrary loan, researcher support, open science support, and information skills training.
  • Study Spaces: The library has 576 study seats, 18 group study spaces, and 6 study rooms available.
  • Operating Hours: The library is open 320 days a year, with 140 hours of service per week.
  • Open Science: The library supports open science with institutional repositories, data repositories, and research data management.

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Library is a dynamic hub of knowledge and collaboration that invites users to explore, learn, and advance in their research and studies. Users are encouraged to make the most of the library's resources and services.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Housing University Housing

Yes

  • Universitat Internacional de Catalunya housing offering includes assisting students in finding suitable accommodation by establishing special agreements with student residences.
  • The university's website offers some alternatives to support students in their search for housing.
  • Choosing the right accommodation during university years can affect personal growth and development.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya sport activities and facilities include The main aim of the Sports Service is to promote, encourage and organise, among members of the UIC Barcelona university community, sporting activities that help students' personal development through the values promoted by sport.

Sport will help students to be healthy, make friends, obtain ECTS credits and enjoy unforgettable experiences. Types of sport activities available at the university include:

  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Handball
  • Rugby
  • Volleyball

For more information, visit: https://www.uic.es/en/university/university-life/sports


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya offers financial aid to students in need. The university is committed to ensuring that no student has to drop out of a degree program due to financial reasons. Student Services provides information and assistance to bachelor's, postgraduate, and master's degree students seeking grants and financial aid. Some of the scholarships available include:

  • Grant for Academic Excellence
  • International Excellence Scholarships
  • “Becas UIC Barcelona”
  • Cooperation Grant
  • Pre-University Competition
  • Accommodation grants

More information on grants and financial aid can be found at: https://www.uic.es/en/admissions/grants-financial-aid-and-funding


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya offers various Exchange Programmes:

  • Erasmus+ Programme
  • Erasmus traineeships
  • SICUE National Mobility Programme
  • Bilateral Mobility Programme
  • International Double Degrees
  • Berkeley Summer Sessions
  • UCLA Extension Certificate Programmes

For more information, visit: https://www.uic.es/en/international/study-abroad/exchange-programmes


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya primarily operates on a face-to-face educational model. However, they do offer specific master’s degree programs or courses in a distance learning mode.

More information on these programs or courses can be found at: https://www.uic.es/ca/estudis/cercador-destudis?class%5B%5D=205&mode%5B%5D=224&limit=20&page=0


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

02/10/1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universitat Internacional de Catalunya's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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