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UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Established in
1996Famous For
Sports Science, Health Sciences, Medicine, Business and Engineering
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia is a private university in Spain, established in 1996, with campuses in Murcia and Cartagena, alongside an expanding international and online presence. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across Health Sciences, Sport, Business, Engineering, Education, Communication and Social Sciences.
UCAM is particularly recognised for its strength in Sports Science, while its practical, career-focused approach combines academic learning with research, professional placements and international mobility opportunities. With students from around the world, the university provides a multicultural learning environment supported by modern facilities and an extensive global network of academic partnerships.
Services
UCAM provides dedicated support to help international students prepare for their studies and settle into university life in Spain.
Students benefit from:
- Personalised admissions and enrolment guidance
- Support from the International Relations Office
- Orientation and welcome programmes
- Academic guidance and personal tutoring
- Spanish language courses through the UCAM Language School
- International exchange and mobility opportunities, including Erasmus+
- Student clubs, cultural activities and access to extensive sports facilities
A wide range of English-taught undergraduate and postgraduate programmes is available, particularly in Business, Health Sciences, Sport, Engineering and Communication.
Rankings
UCAM is ranked in the 1201–1400 band in the QS World University Rankings. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, Sports Science is ranked in the 51–100 band globally, while Medicine is placed in the 701–850 band.
The university also appears in the 1201–1500 band in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.
Accommodation
UCAM offers accommodation support through its dedicated Housing Service, helping students arrange suitable accommodation before arriving in Spain. Students can choose from university residences, shared apartments and private housing close to campus, with guidance available throughout the accommodation search process.
Location
UCAM's main campus is located in Murcia, with a second campus in Cartagena, offering students access to two vibrant cities in southeastern Spain. Murcia is known for its Mediterranean climate, affordable cost of living and welcoming student environment, while Cartagena combines a rich maritime history with a growing academic community.
Both campuses are well connected by public transport, with convenient access to Murcia International Airport and Alicante–Elche Airport for domestic and international travel.
Courses offered at UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
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