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University Carlos III of Madrid

Please find useful information below about University Carlos III of Madrid as an exchange destination. Learn more about the location, the campus, courses and student life!

About 

Universidad Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M) is a public research university founded in 1989 in Madrid, Spain and is renowned for its academic quality and international reputation. Consistently ranked among Spain’s leading young universities, UC3M serves over 22,000 students, combining cutting-edge research with innovative teaching to nurture a global perspective.

Through strong international partnerships and exchange programs, the university emphasizes inclusivity, sustainability, and social responsibility. As an active member of initiatives like the European University Initiative (YERUN), UC3M collaborates on projects promoting sustainable development and equitable education while striving to minimize its environmental footprint.

Consult UC3M's profile on QS World Rankings for insights into its academic standing and reputation.

Location

Madrid offers students an exciting blend of history and modernity. Iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, and Retiro Park sit alongside vibrant spots like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol. The city's diverse dining options range from traditional tapas to international cuisine, while the arts thrive at venues like the Reina Sofia Museum and Matadero Madrid. This dynamic mix of culture and contemporary energy creates an enriching and engaging atmosphere for student life.

UC3M has four campuses strategically located in the Madrid metropolitan area: Getafe, Leganés, Colmenarejo, and Puerta de Toledo. UC3M’s four campuses are well-connected by Madrid’s reliable public transport, including buses, commuter trains, and the metro, making travel easy for students.

Each campus is compact and walkable and offers facilities such as libraries, study areas, sports centres, and other services to support studies and extracurricular activities. Getafe campus specialises in Social Sciences and Humanities, Leganés focuses on Engineering, Colmenarejo offers a multidisciplinary environment, and Puerta de Toledo (located in central Madrid) provides students easy access to the city’s vibrant cultural and social life.

Visit the campuses virtually with the UC3M Campus Tour.

Level of competitiveness

This exchange is only open to students studying a Modern Language in the School of the Arts:

  • School of the Arts (Modern Languages only): Less competitive *

The level of competitiveness (Less competitive * / Competitive ** / Very competitive ***) refers to one's chances of being allocated an exchange space at this partner. This is an approximation determined by the number of applications received for this destination during the last academic year versus the total number of exchange spaces available to Queen Mary students.

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