Universidad Central

Cochabamba, Bolivia Founded 1990

Overview

English Name: Universidad Central
Acronyms: UNICEN
Founded: 1990

Universidad Central is among Bolivia's higher-education institutions, founded in 1990 and based in Cochabamba, Bolivia. It operates as a higher-education provider.

Location & Contact

Planning a visit to Universidad Central or following up with admissions? Location and contact details are listed below. Admissions email typically replies within 5–10 business days during peak season.

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Phone: +59144252987
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Programs Offered

The programme finder below covers every degree Universidad Central currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.

Bachelor's Degree

11 programmes

These 11 programmes make up Universidad Central's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.

Medicine Medicina Medicine
Digital Innovation and Artificial Intelligence Innovación Digital e Inteligencia Artificial AI & Machine Learning
Psychology Psicología Psychology
Law and Legal Sciences Derecho y Ciencias Jurídicas Law
Business Administration Administración de Empresas Business Administration
Public Accounting Contaduría Pública Accounting
Financial Engineering Ingeniería Financiera General Engineering
Advertising, Publicity and Marketing Propaganda, Publicidad y Marketing Marketing
Commercial Engineering Ingeniería Comercial General Engineering
Tourism, Hotel and Hospitality Business Administration Administración de Empresas Turísticas, Hoteleras y Gastronómicas Tourism & Leisure
Physiotherapy and Kinesiology Fisioterapia y Kinesiología Physiotherapy

Master's Degree

2 programmes

Universidad Central's 2 programmes at this tier lead to a master's qualification, valued for the focused, research-informed depth they add beyond undergraduate study.

Master's in Orthopedic Manual Therapy Maestría en Terapia Manual Ortopédica Medicine
Master's in Aesthetic and Dermatofunctional Kinesiology Maestría en Kinesiología Estética y Dermatofuncional Health Sciences

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

12 programmes

This group collects Universidad Central's 12 programmes of certificates, diplomas, and foundation or associate programmes — practical entry points or stepping stones toward a degree.

Sports and Orthopedic Manual Therapy (Deportology) Deportología Medicine 4 months
Duration: 4 months
Academic Management Gestión Académica Business & Management 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Customs, International Commerce and Logistics Aduana, Comercio y Logística Internacional Supply Chain & Logistics 4 months
Duration: 4 months
Rehabilitation and Technology Applied to High-Performance Sports Rehabilitación y Tecnología Aplicada al Deporte de Alto Rendimiento Physiotherapy 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Notarial and Registry Law Derecho Notarial y Registral Law 6 months
Duration: 6 months
Financial Markets Management and Business Intelligence Gerencia e Inteligencia de Mercados Financieros Finance, Banking & Insurance 4 months
Duration: 4 months
Trading and Financial Markets Trading y Mercados Financieros Finance, Banking & Insurance 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Brand Content and Advanced Digital Marketing Brand Content y Marketing Digital Avanzado Marketing 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Finance and Data Analysis with Artificial Intelligence Finanzas y Análisis de Datos con Inteligencia Artificial Finance, Banking & Insurance 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Research Inteligencia Artificial en la Investigación Científica AI & Machine Learning 5 months
Duration: 5 months
Marketing Management Marketing 4 months
Duration: 4 months
Orthopedic Manual Therapy Terapia Manual Ortopédica Medicine 5 months
Duration: 5 months

How to apply to Universidad Central

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Universidad Central, covering the typical sequence from programme selection to admissions follow-up.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Universidad Central's catalogue includes 25 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Universidad Central's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Submit your completed application through Universidad Central's official website at unicen.edu.bo. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +59144252987. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad Central

Quick answers to the most common questions about Universidad Central — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

How old is Universidad Central?

The institution opened in 1990 (approximately 36 years ago).

What city is Universidad Central in?

Universidad Central operates from Cochabamba, Bolivia.

What is Universidad Central's official website?

The institution's website is unicen.edu.bo.

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Where Else to Study Medicine

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