collageThe University of Cordoba (Universidad de Córdoba in Spanish or UCO) dates back to the Andalusian region’s Moorish roots.
It started off as the Universidad Libre de Córdoba (the Free University) in 1868, made up of the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of the Law. However, it was eventually replaced by the University of Cordoba and was chartered in 1972.
It now offers undergraduate and postgraduate studies with a focus on humanities, health sciences and physical sciences. Renowned for its natural and health sciences courses especially, it offers degrees in nursing and medicine that are closely tied with the Reina Sofia University Hospital.
There are three main campus sites: the Humanities and Legal and Social Sciences Campus, which is integrated in the urban centre; the Health Sciences Campus, in the west of the city; and the Agrifood, Science and Technology campus of Rabanales, in the east of the city.
UCO also includes Polytechnic School of Bélmez, located 70km from Córdoba, where mining, engineering and public works and technical engineering degrees are offered.
UCO has several research centres including the Andalusian Experimental Centre of Animal Health, the Veterinary Clinic Hospital, the Royal Botanic Garden of Cordoba, the Andalusian Inter-University Institute of Criminology and the Andalusian Centre of Apiculture.
The library has an extensive collection of more than 300,000 volumes of reference materials. Sports facilities include basketball and volleyball courts, swimming pools, fitness centres and professional-quality stables and bullring, which is mostly used by the University Riding Club.
University ranking. National University of Córdoba is one of the leading universities of Argentina. National University of Córdoba is among the oldest and the most prestigious universities of Argentina. National University of Córdoba is in the top 5% according to the international rankings. The university is in the top 300 in education quality. According to surveys the university has a high standing among employers.
Application process and the cost of tuition. The students must pass examinations in order to get admitted to the university. The academic year is traditionally consists of two semesters. UNC has affordable bachelor’s programs that cost less than 1,000 USD/year. In order to obtain a master’s degree the student must spend about 1,000 USD per year. Not everyone can study full time, so National University of Córdoba offers such students a wide range of online programs.
COURSES (UNDERGRADUATE – POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES)
From this section you can access the entire academic offering of the University of Cordoba including first degree programmes, postgraduate programmes of study, summer courses and further information of interest.
| Agrifood, Science and Technical Division | Humanities and Legal and Social Sciences Division | Health Sciences Division |
|---|---|---|
| Degree in Veterinary Science | Degree in English Studies | Degree in Medicine |
| Degree in Food Science and Technology | Degree in Spanish Philology | Degree in Nursing |
| Degree in Biology | Degree in History | Degree in Physiotherapy |
| Degree in Biochemistry | Degree in Art History | Degree in Psychology |
| Degree in Chemistry | Degree in Translation and Interpretation | Degree in Veterinary ScienceDegree in Veterinary Science |
| Degree in Environmental Science | Degree in Law | |
| Degree in Physics | Degree in Business Administration and Management | |
| Degree in Agrifood Engineering and the Rural Environment | Degree in Cultural Management | |
| Degree in Forest Engineering | Degree in Early Childhood Education | |
| Degree in Oenology | Degree in Primary Education | |
| Degree in Computer Engineering | Degree in Social Education | |
| Degree in Electrical Engineering | Degree in Labour Relations and Human Resources | |
| Degree in Industrial Electronic Engineering | Degree in Tourism | |
| Degree in Mechanical Engineering | Degree in Psychology | |
| Degree in Civil Engineering | Degree in Film and CultureDegree in Film and Culture | |
| Degree in Energy and Mining Resources Engineering |
The composition of the university. National University of Córdoba is among the largest universities that educates more then 97 thousand students. Foreign citizens can also apply to the university. The ratio of foreign students at UNC is 1% of all students. More than 4 thousand teachers are employed by the university. During studies the students have the opportunity to participate in the international exchange programs.
Affiliated Institutions of Secondary Education
- Our Lady of Monserrat College
- Manuel Belgrano School of Business
Other affiliated institutions
- Faculty of LanguagesAstronomical Observatory of Córdoba (OAC)
- National Clinical Hospital
- National Maternity
- Dental Clinic
- Blood Laboratory
- Museum of Paleontology and Anthropology
- Academy of Sciences
- Center for Advanced Studies
- Instituto de Astronomía Teórica y Experimental (IATE)
Full degree admission
Undergraduate admission
Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (UNC) offers undergraduate courses in most areas of knowledge, on a non-fee-paying basis and with programs ranging around five years on average.
There are two international student standings: within quota and beyond quota. While the former is applied at the Argentine embassy or consulate in the student’s own country, the latter is requested at our university. Each international student standing has its own requisites and reach.
Additionally, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba offers graduate diplomas and graduate programs at M.A. and PhD diverse fields of knowledge with the purpose of qualifying professionals for teaching, research and scientific and technological development.
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