Welcome to Cordoba, a city full of history, culture and academic opportunities! If you are thinking of coming to study in this beautiful Spanish city as an Erasmus or international student, you have chosen an exciting and enriching destination. The two main universities in the city are the University of Cordoba (UCO) and the Loyola Andalucía University. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable educational adventure!
The University of Cordoba (UCO) is a public institution with a rich history dating back to 1972. With more than 20,000 students, UCO offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various academic disciplines. With more than 20,000 students, UCO offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various academic disciplines.
UCO is also concerned with internationalisation and offers a wide range of mobility programmes for international students, including the Erasmus+ programme and exchange agreements with universities around the world. These programmes allow students to have an enriching experience in a multicultural environment, strengthen their language skills and broaden their global perspective.
On the other hand, Loyola Andalucía University is a renowned private institution offering quality education with a focus on academic excellence and the integral formation of students. With two campuses located in Cordoba and Seville, Loyola Andalucía University has become a popular choice for international students who want a first-class education in southern Spain.
Loyola Andalucía is distinguished by its unique educational model, based on the principles of the Society of Jesus. This involves a combination of rigorous academic training, personal and ethical development, as well as a strong orientation towards service to society. With undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as business administration and management, law, psychology, engineering, among others, Loyola Andalucía offers a wide variety of educational options for international students.
In addition to its academic excellence, Loyola Andalucía encourages entrepreneurship and offers numerous opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships, research projects and collaborations with local and international companies. This will enable you not only to acquire theoretical knowledge, but also to develop valuable transferable skills that will prepare you for the world of work.
Both the University of Cordoba (UCO) and Loyola Andalucía University are committed to internationalisation and offer various support services for international students. From tutoring programmes and academic advising to cultural activities and social events, both universities strive to make international students feel welcome and supported during their stay in Cordoba.
As international student in Cordoba, you will have to opportunity to connect with a diverse and multicultural community. You will be able to meet local students as well as other international learners who share the same interests and passions as you. The city offers numerous extracurricular activities, such as sports clubs, volunteer groups, outdoor activities and much more. This will allow you to create lasting friendships, increase you linguistic abilities and enjoy of an enriching intercultural experience.
To sum up, studying in Cordoba, whether at any deparment of UCO or at Loyola University, will provide you a high quality educational experience in a historically and culturally rich environment. You will have the chance to develop yourself academically and personally, explore a charming city and make lasting international connections.
We encourage you to take advantage of this incredible opportunity and join the vibrant international student community in Cordoba! We are sure that your time here will be unforgettable and will provide you a solid basis for your academical and professional future! We look forward to welcoming you to the city of Cordoba and its prestigious universities!
