UCAM Catholic University of Murcia

  • Cartagena
  • Madrid
  • Murcia
  • Spain
English
, Spanish

At a glance

1996

Est.

20k

Students

70%

Acceptance rate

3,7k€

Semester tuition

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Available subjects

English-taught
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies
  • 🦷 Dentistry
  • 🏨 Hospitality & Leisure Management
  • 🏀 Sports-related Subjects
  • 🐾 Veterinary Science

Spanish-taught

  • 📈 Business & Management Studies
  • 📡 Communication & Media Studies
  • 🦷 Dentistry
  • 🏗️ Engineering CiviI & Structural
  • 💊 Pharmacy & Pharmacology
  • 🏀 Sports-related Subjects
  • 🕊️ Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies
  • 🐾 Veterinary Science

About

Founded in 1996, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia is a respected private university based in Murcia, a culturally rich and student-friendly city in southeastern Spain. Guided by its Catholic values, UCAM places strong emphasis on the development of the individual, offering a blend of academic excellence, ethical formation, and practical learning that prepares students for meaningful careers and responsible citizenship.

UCAM is home to more than 20,000 students, including a growing international population from over 100 countries. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across key subject areas such as Business, Health Sciences, Engineering, Sport, and Education. Many degrees are delivered in English as well as Spanish, enabling international students to access high-quality European education in their preferred language.

A distinctive feature of UCAM is its personalized teaching model, with small class sizes, close interaction between students and academic staff, and a strong focus on practical training through internships, research opportunities, and industry engagement. UCAM also has an active presence in international academic networks, with over 200 strategic partnerships worldwide, and a growing number of international campuses and collaborations.

Located within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), UCAM degrees are recognized across Europe and aligned with Bologna Process standards, ensuring quality and compatibility with global academic and professional frameworks. Students benefit from a safe, affordable, and inclusive campus environment, with access to cutting-edge facilities, entrepreneurship support, and a wide range of cultural, sporting, and social activities.

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Fall semester

September

January

⚠️ Application deadline:

July 15

Spring semester

February

June

⚠️ Application deadline:

December 15

Prerequisites

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English 🇬🇧

CEFR level
B2
Accepted certificates
TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Duolingo, Current enrollment in a fully English-taught degree program, Other
Additional notes
Minimum accepted scores:
  • TOEFL iBT: 72–94;
  • IELTS (Academic): 5.5–6.5 (recommended: no section below 5.5);
  • Duolingo English Test: 100–125;
  • Cambridge English – B2 First (FCE): B2 level required;

For all the other test scores, please refer to this document.

Spanish 🇪🇸
CEFR level
B2
Accepted certificates
Flexible
Additional notes

If you select Spanish-taught courses, you are strongly advised to have a solid Spanish-language proficiency. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be possible for you to follow lessons in a proficient way. No specific document is required in this case. Yet, it is important that you know the language before selecting Spanish-taught courses.

Expense breakdown

Housing

500 EUR/mo

Food

300 EUR/mo

Transport

50 EUR/mo

Leisure

150 EUR/mo

Semester tuition

This is what the university will ask you for in tuition. We don't add any markup or agency fees

3,695 EUR

Living expenses (5 months)

An estimation of what your living expenses could be. You can go cheaper or more expensive, depending on your lifestyle

5,000 EUR

Travel & trips

The cost of reaching the destination, having a little bit of fun travels while you're there, and coming back. Again, this varies on your adventurous spirit and spending capabilities

1,500 EUR

Estimated semester cost

10,195 EUR

Lifestyle

Life in

Murcia

Accommodation

At micampus Murcia, we always strive to offer excellent comfort to create the best study and leisure environment for students. We have single and shared rooms that include: full board from Monday to Friday, biweekly cleaning, private bathroom, microwave, fridge, desks, large wardrobes, air conditioning, utilities, and WiFi… Enjoy a city with a rich cultural and university life with micampus!

Climate

Fall semester

September

January
🌡️ 7°C to 30°C

Hot, dry early autumn slowly cools into very mild winter conditions. Rain is scarce, with plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures even in December and January.

Spring semester

February

June
🌡️ 10°C to 34°C

Spring arrives early with warm, sunny days. Temperatures rise quickly from March onward, and May and June feel distinctly hot, with almost constant clear skies.

Campus location

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