Charles III University of Madrid
Charles III University of Madrid (UC3M) was established in 1989 as an innovative public university to contribute to the improvement of society through teaching of the highest quality and cutting-edge research in line with stringent international guidelines. Located in Madrid, with four different campuses, consists of the School of Social Science and Law, the School of Humanities and the School of Engineering. Charles III University of Madrid is member of International Organizations such us EAIE, ICOPER, IAU, etc. and has set up Student Exchange Agreements with 200 Universities from 30 different countries.
The mission of Universidad Carlos III de Madrid is to contribute to the improvement of society by offering quality education and carrying out advanced research in accordance with demanding international criteria. The University aspires to excellence in all its endeavors with the objective of becoming one of the best universities in Europe. Promoting improvement in teaching, with the aim of providing a distinctive, high-quality learning experience for UC3M students, whose knowledge and competence upon graduation will enable them to have a significant impact on their community. Supporting excellence in research with the aim of achieving outstanding international research and supporting interdisciplinary collaboration.> Promoting the transformation of our campuses into places of social integration, thereby fomenting the principles of equality, sustainability and social responsibility. Full integration into European convergence. Universidad Carlos III has been at the forefront in its adaptation to the principles of the European Higher Education Area which must be utilized to improve the academic offering of the University, making it a more flexible, international, innovative and interdisciplinary institution. Another of the University`s objectives is transference of knowledge and technology generated by the University to society. In order to achieve this, Universidad Carlos III collaborates with industry, institutions and other entities in the surrounding area.
Foundation year:1989
Short name:UC3M
Type:Public
Students:16920
Faculty:1540
Faculty/Students Ratio:11:1
Region:Europe
Location:Getafe, Leganes and Colmenarejo, Madrid
