Universidad de La Laguna
San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain • Founded 1792 • World Rank #1062
Overview
Founded in 1927, the Universidad de La Laguna (University of La Laguna) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Canary Islands.
This institution also has a branch campus in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España (Ministry of Universities of Spain), Universidad de La Laguna (ULL) is a large-sized coeducational Spanish higher education institution.
Universidad de La Laguna (ULL) 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 97-year-old Spanish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
ULL 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
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Academic Details
A quick read on Universidad de La Laguna's academic vitals — enrolment counts, faculty makeup, and recognition status. The combination determines class sizes, faculty access, and credential portability.
Academic Structures
Universidad de La Laguna's academic backbone. Endowed schools (named after donors) may differ from general units in funding levels, scholarships available, and curriculum focus.
Unit 12 items
- Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Psychology and Speech Therapy
- Faculty of Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences and Communication
- Higher Polytechnic Engineering School
- Higher School of Engineering and Technology
Degrees
Universidad de La Laguna offers degrees across multiple levels. Full-time, part-time, and sandwich (with placement year) modes change total time commitment and total cost meaningfully.
Doctoral 16 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Astrophysics
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Computer Engineering
- Education
- Environmental Engineering
- Gender Studies
- Health Sciences
- Industrial Engineering
- Law
- Mathematics
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Regional Planning
- Statistics
- Tourism
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministerio de Universidades, España.
Economics, Business Administration and Tourism (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
- Pedagogy
- Teacher Training
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Health Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Psychology
- Surgery
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Humanities (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Art History
- Fine Arts
- Geography
- History
- Philology
- Philosophy
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Editor
- Cultural Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Labour and Industrial Relations
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Political Science, Social Sciences and Communication (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Information Sciences
- Political Sciences
- Social Work
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business Administration (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Linguistics (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Linguistics
Organic Biology (Research Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
Common Career Paths
- Biologist
- Lab Technician
- Research Scientist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Political and Social Sciences (Research Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Regional Development (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Regional Planning
Tropical Medicine and Public Health (Research Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Public Health
- Tropical Medicine
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Women's Studies (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Women's Studies
Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agriculture
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Naval Architecture
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering and Technology (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
Universidad de La Laguna's programme catalogue is grouped by level below — use the filter to narrow your shortlist. Programme entry windows and admissions criteria typically appear on each programme's dedicated page.
Bachelor's Degree
53 programmes
At undergraduate level, Universidad de La Laguna offers 53 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.
Grado en Nutrición Humana y Dietética Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 8.53
Grado en Maestro en Educación Infantil Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 8.38
Grado en Ingeniería Informática Computer Science & IT 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 8.17
Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas Business & Management 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.92
Grado en Ciencias Ambientales Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.58
Grado en Logopedia Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.57
Grado en Ingeniería Electrónica Industrial y Automática Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.57
Grado en Trabajo Social Applied Professions & Services 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.43
Grado en Bellas Artes Arts, Design & Architecture 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.23
Grado en Física Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.04
Grado en Periodismo Journalism & Media 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 6.5
Grado en Estudios Clásicos Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 6.17
Grado en Antropología Social y Cultural Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.97
Grado en Historia Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.91
Grado en Conservación y Restauración de Bienes Culturales Arts, Design & Architecture 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.79
Grado en Ingeniería Agrícola y del Medio Rural Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.74
Grado en Química Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.71
Grado en Filosofía Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.7
Grado en Geografia y Ordenación del Territorio Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.66
Grado en Sociología Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.64
Grado en Turismo Applied Professions & Services 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.63
Grado en Historia del Arte Arts, Design & Architecture 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.63
Grado en Estudios Francófonos Aplicados Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.6
Grado en Ingeniería Civil Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.57
Grado en Pedagogía Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.54
Grado en Estudios Ingleses Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.53
Grado en Economía Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.49
Grado en Español: Lengua y Literatura Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.47
Grado en Arquitectura Técnica Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.43
Grado en Ingeniería Química Industrial Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.43
Grado en Tecnologías Marinas Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.37
Grado en Relaciones Laborales Business & Management 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.37
Grado en Náutica y Transporte Marítimo Applied Professions & Services 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.37
Grado en Contabilidad y Finanzas Business & Management 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.17
PCEO Grado en Bellas Artes (mención Dibujo, Ilustración y Animación) / Grado en Diseño Arts, Design & Architecture 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.45
PCEO Grado en Derecho / Grado en Relaciones Laborales Law 372 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.11
PCEO Grado en Historia / Grado en Historia del Arte Humanities & Cultural Studies 366 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.74
PCEO Grado en Español: Lengua y Literatura / Grado en Estudios Clásicos Humanities & Cultural Studies 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.1
PCEO Grado en Historia / Grado en Geografía y Ordenación del Territorio Humanities & Cultural Studies 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 6.31
PCEO Grado en Sociología / Grado en Antropología Social y Cultural Social Sciences & Education 300 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.79
PCEO Grado en Estudios Ingleses / Grado en Estudios Francófonos Aplicados Humanities & Cultural Studies 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.78
Grado en Medicina Medicine & Health 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 12.53
Grado en Enfermería Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.83
Grado en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y del Deporte Applied Professions & Services 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.89
Grado en Fisioterapia Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.13
Grado en Maestro en Educación Primaria Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.95
Grado en Diseño Arts, Design & Architecture 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.94
Grado en Psicología Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.66
Grado en Biología Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.5
Grado en Matemáticas Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.35
Grado en Farmacia Medicine & Health 300 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.29
Grado en Ingeniería Mecánica Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.0
Grado en Derecho Law 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 8.97
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
42 programmes
Explore 42 programmes of postgraduate study at Universidad de La Laguna. A master's degree sharpens specialist knowledge and often carries a dissertation or major project.
Máster Universitario en Ciencias de las Religiones: Historia y Sociedad Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Educación y Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Nanociencia y Nanotecnología Molecular Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Desarrollo de Videojuegos Computer Science & IT 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Teoría e Historia del Arte y Gestión Cultural Arts, Design & Architecture 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Investigación, Gestión y Calidad en Cuidados para la Salud Medicine & Health 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Biodiversidad Terrestre y Conservación en Islas Natural Sciences & Mathematics 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Biología Marina: Biodiversidad y Conservación Natural Sciences & Mathematics 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Necesidades Específicas de Apoyo Educativo Social Sciences & Education 60 credits
Máster Universitario en Psicología General Sanitaria Medicine & Health 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Bioética y Bioderecho Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Tecnologías Cuánticas / Master in Quantum Technologies Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits
Máster Universitario en Energías Renovables Engineering & Technology 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Dirección y Planificación del Turismo Applied Professions & Services 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Innovación Comunicativa en las Organizaciones Journalism & Media 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Informática Industrial y Robótica Engineering & Technology 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Aprendizaje Integrado de Contenidos en Lengua Extranjera (Inglés) Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Gestión en Tecnologías Marinas Engineering & Technology 66 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Uso y Gestión del Patrimonio Cultural Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Estudios Pedagógicos Avanzados Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería Industrial Engineering & Technology 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Estudios de Género y Políticas de Igualdad Social Sciences & Education 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Formación del Profesorado de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria y Bachillerato, Formación Profesional y Enseñanza de Idiomas Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Desarrollo Regional Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Gestión Náutica y Transporte Marítimo Applied Professions & Services 66 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Seguridad, Calidad y Sostenibilidad Alimentaria Engineering & Technology 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Ciberseguridad e Inteligencia de Datos Computer Science & IT 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Desarrollo y Gestión de Recursos Humanos Business & Management 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Investigación en Filosofía Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Investigación y Diagnóstico de Enfermedades Tropicales Medicine & Health 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería Informática Computer Science & IT 72 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Modelización e Investigación Matemática, Estadística y Computación Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Astrofísica Natural Sciences & Mathematics 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Intervención Psicopedagógica en Contextos de Educación Formal y no Formal Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Intervención y Mediación Familiar, Social y Comunitaria Applied Professions & Services 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Gestión e Innovación Tecnológica en la Construcción Engineering & Technology 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Abogacía y Procura Law 90 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Análisis Aplicado para las Ciencias Sociales Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Dirección de Recursos Humanos Business & Management 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Biomedicina Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Química Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
PCEO Máster Universitario en Ingeniería Informática / Máster Universitario en Ciberseguridad e Inteligencia del Dato Computer Science & IT 123 credits Hybrid
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
22 programmes
Universidad de La Laguna delivers 22 programmes at doctoral level for graduates committed to advancing the frontier of their discipline through original inquiry.
Programa de Doctorado en Astrofísica Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Programa de Doctorado en Matemáticas y Estadística Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Programa de Doctorado en Islas Atlánticas: Historia, Patrimonio y Marco Jurídico Institucional Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Turismo Applied Professions & Services
Programa de Doctorado en Ingeniería Náutica, Marina y Radioelectrónica Naval Engineering & Technology
Programa de Doctorado en Derecho Law
Programa de Doctorado en Ingeniería Industrial, Informática y Medioambiental Engineering & Technology
Programa de Doctorado en Desarrollo Regional Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Arte y Humanidades Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Nanociencia y Nanotecnología Engineering & Technology
Programa de Doctorado en Filosofía Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias de la Educación Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias Médicas y Farmacéuticas, Desarrollo y Calidad de Vida Medicine & Health
Programa de Doctorado en Biodiversidad y Conservación Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Programa de Doctorado en Psicología Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Educación Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Lógica, Filosofía de la Ciencia y Estudios Sociales de la Ciencia Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Territorio y Sociedad. Estudios en Historia, Geografía, Arqueología, Lingüística y Traducción (DOCTESO) Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias de la Salud Medicine & Health
Programa de Doctorado en Estudios Interdisciplinares de Género Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Química e Ingeniería Química Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Programa de Doctorado en Derecho, Sociedad y Turismo Social Sciences & Education
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Universidad de La Laguna
Five steps that capture how most applications to Universidad de La Laguna flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.
- 1 Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Universidad de La Laguna's 117 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
- 2 Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Universidad de La Laguna typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
- 3 Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
- 4 Apply through the official channel
Universidad de La Laguna processes applications through www.ull.es. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
- 5 Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +34 900 43 25 26. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad de La Laguna
Common questions about Universidad de La Laguna answered concisely, with each answer grounded in the institution's published data.
When did Universidad de La Laguna open?
Universidad de La Laguna traces its founding to 1792 (approximately 234 years ago).
What city is Universidad de La Laguna in?
Universidad de La Laguna operates from San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain.
Is Universidad de La Laguna public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How big is Universidad de La Laguna's student body?
Universidad de La Laguna serves approximately 15,000-19,999 students.
Where does Universidad de La Laguna stand in university rankings?
Universidad de La Laguna is ranked #1062 globally and #35 in Spain.
What degrees does Universidad de La Laguna offer?
Universidad de La Laguna offers doctoral programmes.
How many faculties does Universidad de La Laguna have?
The institution comprises 12 academic units.
Who recognises Universidad de La Laguna?
Yes, Universidad de La Laguna is recognised by Ministry of Universities.
Where can I learn more about Universidad de La Laguna?
You can find Universidad de La Laguna online at www.ull.es.
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