Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid is an exchange destination for Utrecht University Bachelor and Master students of the faculty of Humanities in Madrid, Spain.

Student experiences

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General information for exchange students

Course information

Make sure to check the language of instruction when selecting courses.
Orientation 

Academic calendar

Semester I: approximately  September – January
Semester II: approximately February – June

Academic Calendar

Requirements

General: Language requirement: a B2 language level (CEFR) in Spanish/English is required.

Faculty of Philology: We strongly recommend a C1 level for courses in Spanish language, Spanish literature or Latin American literature (Grado en Español: Lengua y Literatura).
For all other master’s degrees a C1 level in Spanish is required.

The University Carlos III offers Spanish courses  designed for students, teachers and staff of the university as well as for other students from outside the UC3M.

Areas of study open to exchange students

Subject area: Humanities.

Courses taught here include:

  • Communication and Information studies 

  • History

  • History of Art

  • Literary Studies

  • Linguistics

  • Media and Culture

  • Philosophy

  • Spanish Language and Culture

Students can only choose courses within the Faculty of Humanities, Communication and Documentation. 

Courses at Master’s level

No. Some courses in the 4th academic year of BA degree programs are sometimes valued at the same level of MA courses at UU. This is however not guaranteed. MA students should research whether the preferred BA year 4 courses can be approved as part of your MA study program at UU. Courses in MA programs are not accessable to UU exchange students. 

Language of instruction

Spanish, English

Housing assistance

Accommodation

Estimated living costs per month

The approximate cost of living for a student in Madrid is between €600 and €1,200 a month (housing and living expenses), depending on the area and type of housing.


This information is subject to change. It is meant to be an indication. Costs may differ due to personal circumstances.

Credits

Normal study load per semester: 30 ECTS
 

Number of places available

2 places per year. 

Additional information

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Social Media

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Do you have any questions about this partner university or about studying abroad? Contact the International Office of the Faculty of Humanities (details below).