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Universidad de Cádiz

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Universidad de Cádiz: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universidad de Cádiz is a public university in Spain offering bachelor’s and master’s study. It suits students who want a relatively broad programme menu and are comparing options across a large Spanish university system.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s and master’s level across 38 programmes. Example options include Angewandte Biologie – Food and Pharma, Angewandte Ernährungs- und Lebensmittelwissenschaften, Betriebswirtschaft, Bioanalytik, Digital Engineering, Digital Technology and Consulting, Energiewirtschaft & Management, IT Security, KI Management, Lebensmittel, Ernährung, Hygiene, Maschinenbau, and Orientierungssemester.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for entry requirements, document rules, deadlines, and whether a specific programme has extra steps. The university does not publish more detailed admissions conditions here, so confirm the current process directly with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Plan separately for living costs in Spain, including housing, food, transport, and insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it for the specific programme before applying. Also check whether your chosen degree is offered at bachelor’s or master’s level, what academic records are required, and whether you need translated documents or other country-specific paperwork.

  6. How it compares

    Spain has 98 universities, so Universidad de Cádiz sits in a large national system where applicants have many alternatives. Its own appeal is the combination of public status, bachelor’s and master’s study, and a programme catalogue that already spans 38 options rather than a narrow specialist offer.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universidad de Cádiz

What type of university is Universidad de Cádiz?

It is a public university.

Which country is it in?

It is in Spain.

What degree levels are available?

Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree.

How many programmes are listed?

38 programmes.

Overview

The University of Cádiz, commonly referred to as UCA, is a public university located in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, noted for its medicine and marine sciences curricula. It was founded in 1979, and has the Latin motto Non Plus Ultra. Its headquarters are located in Cádiz, where the Rectorate is. During the 2007/2008 academic year, there were 17,280 students, 1,698 lecturers, and 680 administration and services workers associated with the university.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Spain.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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