Universidad Rey Juan Carlos

Public higher education in Madrid

Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC) is a public higher-education institution in the Community of Madrid. It offers bachelor's and dual-degree programs, master's degrees, doctoral programs, and continuing education, as well as URJC Mayores and URJC Online. The university also conducts research through institutes, centers, and research groups.

Campuses and locations

URJC has campuses in Alcorcón, Aranjuez, Fuenlabrada, Móstoles, Madrid, and Vicálvaro. It also has locations at university hospitals.

Schools and faculties

• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Communication Sciences
• School of Experimental Sciences and Technology
• School of Computer Engineering
• Fuenlabrada School of Engineering
• International Doctoral School
• School of Official Master's Programs
• Faculty of Law and Political Science
• Faculty of Education, Sports, and Interdisciplinary Studies
• Faculty of Economics and Business
• Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Research and innovation

The university's research and technology-transfer resources include the Center for Innovation, Technology Transfer, and Knowledge (CINTTEC); the European Projects Office (OPE); the Technology Support Center (CAT); RedLabU; the Scientific Culture and Innovation Unit (UCC+i); and the Center for Attracting and Internationalizing Research Talent (CAIT). URJC holds the HRS4R award and participates in research chairs and research, development, and innovation contracts with organizations and businesses.

International programs

URJC offers international mobility opportunities including Erasmus+, visiting-student placements for Free Mover Students, and Blended Intensive Programs. It has a language center and belongs to the EULiST alliance.

News and student services

The university publishes news and an events calendar and marks its 25th anniversary. Services include a library, student office, precollege and career guidance, internships, an online store, an electronic office, and an ethics channel. Information about admissions, enrollment, scholarships, and financial aid is available on its website.