Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
Valparaíso, Chile • Founded 1928 • World Rank #1358
Overview
Established in 1928, the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Valparaíso (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Valparaiso.
This institution also has branch campuses in Viña del Mar, Quillota and Quintero. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) is a large-sized coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion.
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 95-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
PUCV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Address book entry for Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.
Academic Details
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's key academic numbers — student body size, faculty composition, and accreditation context. Numbers reflect the most recent figures published by the institution and recognised bodies.
Degrees
The degree levels available at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso — bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and others — are organised below. Each tier signals a different depth of specialisation and minimum study duration.
Doctoral 14 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Aquaculture
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Computer Engineering
- History
- Industrial Engineering
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Education
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Psychology
Diploma & Certificate 21 programs
Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Educational Administration
- Educational Psychology
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- Finance
- Industrial Engineering
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Justice Administration
- Mathematics Education
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Physics
- Public Administration
- Science Education
- Taxation
- Transport Engineering
- Writing
Other 93 programs
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Applied Linguistics
- Aquaculture
- Architecture
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Christian Religious Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication Studies
- Computer Education
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Networks
- Construction Engineering
- Criminal Law
- Curriculum
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Education of the Handicapped
- Educational Administration
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Ethics
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Fishery
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Geography
- Graphic Design
- History
- Industrial Chemistry
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Journalism
- Law
- Leadership
- Linguistics
- Literacy Education
- Literature
- Management
- Marine Engineering
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Education
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Microbiology
- Music
- Music Education
- Native Language
- Natural Resources
- Natural Sciences
- Optics
- Pastoral Studies
- Pedagogy
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Preschool Education
- Production Engineering
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Science Education
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Social and Community Services
- Spanish
- Special Education
- Statistics
- Theology
- Town Planning
- Translation and Interpretation
- Transport Engineering
- Transport Management
- Water Management
- Writing
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile.
Agronomy and Food Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agronomy
- Food Science
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Architecture and Town Planning (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Town Planning
Common Career Paths
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Interior Designer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics and Administration (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Economics
- Journalism
- Management
- Social and Community Services
- Social Work
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Faculty) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Bioengineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Networks
- Construction Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Transport Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Marine Science and Geography (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aquaculture
- Food Science
- Geography
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Natural Resources
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Philosophy and Education (Faculty) 22 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Linguistics
- Computer Education
- Curriculum
- Education
- Education of the Handicapped
- Educational Administration
- History
- Linguistics
- Literacy Education
- Literature
- Music Education
- Native Language
- Pedagogy
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Preschool Education
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Spanish
- Special Education
- Translation and Interpretation
- Writing
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Medical Technology
- Optics
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Social Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Theology (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Christian Religious Studies
- Ethics
- Religious Studies
- Theology
Common Career Paths
- Religious Educator
- Pastoral Counsellor
- Faith Community Leader
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
The programme finder below covers every degree Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.
Bachelor's Degree
111 programmes
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's 111 programmes at this tier lead to a bachelor's qualification, the first full degree most students pursue and the usual prerequisite for master's-level entry.
Pedagogia de Religion y Moral Modalidad Consecutiva Education & Teaching 2 semesters
Pedagogia en Biologia y Ciencias Naturales Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Licenciatura en Biologia Biological Sciences 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Matematicas Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Licenciatura en Matematicas Mathematics 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Fisica Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Licenciatura en Fisica Physics & Astronomy 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Castellano y Comunicacion Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Licenciatura en Lingüistica y Literatura Literature 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Filosofia Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Licenciatura en Filosofia Philosophy & Ethics 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Historia, Geografia y Ciencias Sociales Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Licenciatura en Historia con Mencion en Ciencia Politica History 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Musica Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Ingenieria de Ejecucion en Bioprocesos Law 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Ciencias y Artes Musicales Music 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Bioprocesos Law 8 semesters
Plan Complementario Ingenieria en Bioprocesos Performing Arts 2 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Construccion General Engineering 11 semesters
Plan Complementario Ingenieria Civil en Construccion Performing Arts 4 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Ciencia de Datos General Engineering 11 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Telecomunicaciones Computers & Telecommunications 11 semesters
Ingenieria en Administracion de Negocios General Engineering 8 semesters
Ingenieria de Ejecucion en Informatica Computer Sciences 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Informatica Computer Sciences 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Historia History 8 semesters
Ingenieria de Transporte General Engineering 10 semesters
Ingenieria de Alimentos General Engineering 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Transporte General Engineering 11 semesters
Ingenieria en Construccion General Engineering 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Fisica y Ciencias Naturales Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Plan Complementario Ingenieria Estadistica Performing Arts 2 semesters
Ingenieria Electrica General Engineering 10 semesters
Plan Especial Ingenieria Electrica General Engineering 1 semester
Biologia Marina Biological Sciences 6 semesters
Administracion Publica Religious Studies 8 semesters
Animacion Digital Film & Animation 8 semesters
Desarrollo de Videojuegos y Simulacion Virtual 8 semesters
Ingenieria Electronica General Engineering 10 semesters
Plan Especial Ingenieria Electronica General Engineering 1 semester
Publicidad Communication Studies 8 semesters
Fotografia Profesional Visual Arts 8 semesters
Ilustracion Film & Animation 8 semesters
Produccion Musical Music 8 semesters
Programa Prosecucion de Estudios Profesor en Educacion Media Education & Teaching 3 semesters
Ingenieria Mecanica General Engineering 10 semesters
Ingenieria Pesquera General Engineering 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Ingles Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Interpretacion o Traduccion Ingles-español Translation & Interpreting 9 semesters
Interprete Musical Mencion Instrumento Principal Music 9 semesters
Kinesiologia Physiotherapy 10 semesters
Composicion Musical Music 6 semesters
Quimica y Farmacia Pharmacy 10 semesters
Biologo Biological Sciences 9 semesters
Pedagogia en Matematicas Y/o Licenciatura en Matematicas Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Pedagogia en Musica o Licenciatura en Ciencias y Artes Musicales Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Oceanografia Marine Science 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Biologia y Ciencias Naturales Y/o Licenciatura en Biologia Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Bioquimica Chemistry 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Historia, Geografia y Ciencias Sociales Y/o Licenciatura en Historia Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Quimica y Ciencias Naturales Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Periodismo Communication Studies 9 semesters
Psicologia Psychology 10 semesters
Quimica Industrial Chemistry 9 semesters
Trabajo Social Social Work 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Castellano Y/o Licenciatura en Lingüistica y Literatura Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Arte Visual Arts 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Acuicultura General Engineering 10 semesters
Interpretacion Ingles-español Translation & Interpreting 7 semesters
Traduccion Ingles-español English Language Studies 7 semesters
Plan Complementario Ingenieria Civil Mecanica Performing Arts 3 semesters
Plan Especial Ingenieria Civil Mecanica General Engineering 1 semester
Plan Especial Ingenieria Mecanica General Engineering 1 semester
Ingenieria Civil General Engineering 12 semesters
Contador Auditor Accounting 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Religion y Moral Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Derecho Law 10 semesters
Diseño Grafico Applied Design 9 semesters
Diseño Industrial Applied Design 9 semesters
Agronomia Agriculture 10 semesters
Licenciatura en Arte Visual Arts 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Especial Special Education 9 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Fisica Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Pedagogia Educacion Basica Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Educacion Parvularia Early Childhood Education 8 semesters
Estadistica 8 semesters
Tecnologia Medica Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Filosofia Y/o Licenciatura en Filosofia Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Fisica Y/o Licenciatura en Fisica Education & Teaching 9 semesters
Ingenieria Civil de Minas Mining & Oil Engineering 12 semesters
Ingenieria en Acuicultura o Ingenieria Pesquera General Engineering 10 semesters
Geografia Geography 10 semesters
Bachillerato Y/o Licenciatura en Ciencias Religiosas Religious Studies 11 semesters
Arquitectura Architecture 12 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Bioquimica General Engineering 12 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Electrica General Engineering 12 semesters
Plan Especial Ingenieria Civil Electrica General Engineering 1 semester
Ingenieria Civil Electronica General Engineering 12 semesters
Plan Especial Ingenieria Civil Electronica General Engineering 1 semester
Bachiller Canonico en Teologia Islamic & Quranic Studies 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Informatica Computer Sciences 12 semesters
Licenciatura en Ciencias Religiosas y Estudios Pastorales Religious Studies 8 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Industrial General Engineering 12 semesters
Licenciatura en Estudios Teologicos, Biblicos y Dialogo Ecumenico Islamic & Quranic Studies 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Mecanica General Engineering 12 semesters
Diseño Applied Design 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Metalurgia Extractiva Mining & Oil Engineering 12 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Metalurgica Materials Science 11 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Quimica General Engineering 12 semesters
Ingenieria Estadistica General Engineering 10 semesters
Ingenieria Comercial General Engineering 10 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
59 programmes
At postgraduate taught level, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso runs 59 programmes. These master's degrees suit applicants ready to concentrate on a narrower field than their bachelor's covered.
Magister en Arquitectura y Diseño Architecture 4 semesters
Magister en Confiabilidad Operacional de la Gestion de los Activos para la Productividad Music 4 semesters
Magister en Ciencias Agronomicas y Ambientales Agriculture 4 semesters
Magister en Comunicacion Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister en Ciencias de la Ingenieria con Mencion en Ingenieria Bioquimica General Engineering 4 semesters
Magister en Ciencias de la Ingenieria Mencion Ingenieria Electrica General Engineering 5 semesters
Magister en Ciencias Mencion Fisica Physics & Astronomy 7 semesters
Magister en Derecho con Menciones Development Studies 6 semesters
Magister en Derecho Penal y Ciencias Penales Criminal Law & Justice 4 semesters
Magister en Didactica de las Ciencias Experimentales Development Studies 8 semesters
Magister en Direccion Publica Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Estadistica Development Studies 6 semesters
Magister en Gestion Mencion Control o Mencion Finanzas y Contabilidad Accounting 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion de Recursos Acuaticos Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Ambiental Mencion en Procesos Law 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial General Engineering 7 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial con Menciones General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Informatica Computer Sciences 6 semesters
Magister en Matematicas Mathematics 6 semesters
Magister en Oceanografia Marine Science 8 semesters
Magister en Trabajo Social con Menciones Social Work 4 semesters
Magister en Relaciones Internacionales Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Educacion Development Studies 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria en Construccion con Mencion Gestion de la Construccion General Engineering 4 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ciencias Microbiologicas Biological Sciences 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria de Transporte General Engineering 4 semesters
Magister en Mecanismos de Desarrollo Limpio y Eficiencia Energetica Development Studies 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional (antofagasta) General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional (peru) General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional (santiago) General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional(iquique) General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial Mencion Gestion de Activos y Confiabilidad Operacional (calama) General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Gestion con Mencion en Tributacion Nacional Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Geografia Geography 4 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria de Procesos Law 4 semesters
Magister en Ciencias Biologicas Biological Sciences 4 semesters
Magister en Energias Renovables Electrical Engineering 3 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Ambiental General Engineering 3 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Civil General Engineering 4 semesters
Magister en Simulacion Computacional Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion de Conflictos: Negociacion y Mediacion Media Studies & Mass Media 4 semesters
Magister en Teologia Islamic & Quranic Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion Menciones Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Didactica de la Matematica Mathematics 4 semesters
Magister en Direccion de Empresas Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister en Liderazgo y Gestion de Organizaciones Escolares Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Direccion de Empresas Executive Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister en Banca y Mercados Financieros Finance, Banking & Insurance 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Administrativo Religious Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Administrativo con Mencion en Derecho Ambiental y Ordenamiento Territorial Religious Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Administrativo con Mencion en Gestion y Etica Publica Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Administrativo con Mencion en Litigacion Publica Religious Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Administrativo con Menciones Religious Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Filosofia Philosophy & Ethics 4 semesters
Magister en Historia History 4 semesters
Magister en Lingüistica Aplicada Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Actividad Fisica para la Salud Sport and Exercise Science 4 semesters
Magister en Estudios Literarios y Culturales Latinoamericanos Development Studies 4 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
21 programmes
At the highest level, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso runs 21 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.
Doctorado en Educacion Development Studies 8 semesters
Doctorado en Ciencias Agroalimentarias Performing Arts 8 semesters
Doctor en Derecho Law 12 semesters
Doctorado en Derecho Development Studies 10 semesters
Doctorado en Acuicultura Development Studies 12 semesters
Doctorado en Biotecnologia Biotechnology 12 semesters
Doctorado en Ciencias Fisicas Physics & Astronomy 12 semesters
Doctorado en Ciencias Mencion Quimica Chemistry 12 semesters
Doctorado en Cs de la Ingenieria con Mencion en Ing. Bioquimica General Engineering 10 semesters
Doctorado en Didactica de la Matematica Mathematics 12 semesters
Doctorado en Ingenieria Informatica Computer Sciences 12 semesters
Doctorado en Ingenieria Industrial General Engineering 12 semesters
Doctorado en Matematica Mathematics 12 semesters
Doctorado en Didactica de las Ciencias Development Studies 8 semesters
Doctorado en Ingenieria Electrica General Engineering 8 semesters
Doctorado en Industria Inteligente Development Studies 8 semesters
Doctorado en Filosofia Philosophy & Ethics 8 semesters
Doctorado en Historia History 8 semesters
Doctorado en Lingüistica Development Studies 8 semesters
Doctorado en Literatura Literature 8 semesters
Doctorado en Psicologia Psychology 8 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
The standard application path for Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Identify the right programme
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's catalogue includes 191 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's admissions process.
- 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 Submit via the institution
Submit your completed application through Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's official website at www.ucv.cl. 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 Get in touch with admissions
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +56 (32) 277 3901. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
Common questions about Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso answered concisely, with each answer grounded in the institution's published data.
In what year was Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso established?
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso was founded in 1928 (approximately 98 years ago).
Where is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso located?
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is located in Valparaíso, Chile.
What is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's control type?
It is a private higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso?
Student enrolment at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is around 15,000-19,999.
What is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's ranking?
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is ranked #1358 globally and #4 in Chile.
What qualification levels does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer?
Programmes at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso cover doctoral programmes.
Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso have a religious affiliation?
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso operates within the Christian-Catholic tradition.
Is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso officially recognised?
Yes, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is recognised by National Accreditation Commission (CNA).
What is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's official website?
The institution's website is www.ucv.cl.
Members of Centro Interuniversitario de Desarrollo (CINDA)
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