Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain • Founded 1989 • World Rank #942
Overview
Established in 1989, the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Canary Islands.
This institution also has branch campuses in Arucas, Teguise and Puerto del Rosario. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España (Ministry of Universities of Spain), Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) is a large-sized coeducational Spanish higher education institution.
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) 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 34-year-old Spanish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Spanish higher education organization a least selective institution.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ULPGC 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
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's street address and primary contact methods. Social channels often differentiate by purpose — admissions on one, alumni on another, events on a third.
Academic Details
The figures below cover Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's academic scale, faculty depth, and recognised standing. Treat the enrolment count as a point-in-time snapshot; trends require multi-year comparison.
Degrees
Below: every degree level Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers. Doctoral funding varies — some are fully funded studentships, others self-funded with no stipend; the difference materially affects access.
Doctoral 8 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Chemical Engineering
- Economics
- Linguistics
- Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Sanitary Engineering
- Tourism
Other 24 programs
- Architecture
- Arts and Humanities
- Coastal Studies
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- English
- Finance
- French
- German
- Health Sciences
- Heritage Preservation
- Human Resources
- International Business
- Law
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Marketing
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Teacher Training
- Tourism
- Translation and Interpretation
- Veterinary Science
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministerio de Universidades, España.
Economics, Business and Tourism (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business Education
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Finance
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Geography and History (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Geography
- History
- Rural Planning
Health Sciences (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Human Resources
- Labour and Industrial Relations
- Law
- Social Work
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Marine Science (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Marine Science and Oceanography
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Philology (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Classical Languages
- English
- Modern Languages
- Philology
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Spanish
Physical Education and Sports (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
- Sports
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Teacher Training (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Child Care and Development
- Education
- Foreign Languages Education
- Music Education
- Physical Education
- Primary Education
- Social Sciences
- Special Education
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
- Teacher Training
Translation and Interpretation (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
- French
- German
- Translation and Interpretation
Veterinary Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pathology
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Veterinarian
- Animal Health Specialist
- Wildlife Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Applied Microelectonics (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Microelectronics
Cybernetics (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Intelligent Systems and Digital Engineering (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Engineering
- Systems Analysis
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Architecture (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
Common Career Paths
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Interior Designer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Computer Engineering (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Industrial and Civil Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Naval Architecture
Common Career Paths
- Civil Engineer
- Construction Project Manager
- Structural Engineer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Telecommunications Engineering and Electronic Engineering (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Sound Engineering (Acoustics)
- Technology
- Telecommunications 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's teaching programmes are listed below — search or scan by level. International student eligibility varies by programme — some require additional language or visa-pathway checks.
Bachelor's Degree
49 programmes
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria lists 49 programmes that award a bachelor's degree — the foundational tier where students establish a discipline before narrowing their focus later.
PCEO Grado en Ingeniería en Tecnologías de la Telecomunicación / Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas Engineering & Technology 408 credits On-campus
PCEO Grado en Ingeniería Informática / Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas Computer Science & IT 384 credits On-campus
PCEO Grado en Ingeniería en Organización Industrial / Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas Engineering & Technology 384 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
PCEO Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas / Grado en Derecho Business & Management 366 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
PCEO Grado en Traducción e Interpretación. Inglés-Alemán / Grado en Turismo Humanities & Cultural Studies 384 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
PCEO Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresa y Grado en Turismo Business & Management 354 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
PCEO Grado en Educación Infantil / Grado en Educación Primaria Social Sciences & Education 326 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.52
PCEO Grado en Traducción e Interpretación Inglés-Francés / Grado en Traducción e Interpretación Inglés-Alemán Humanities & Cultural Studies 300 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.61
Grado en Ingeniería Mecánica Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Relaciones Laborales y Recursos Humanos Business & Management 240 credits Online
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Química Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Filología Hispánica Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Traducción e Interpretación. Inglés-Alemán Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Traducción e Interpretación. Inglés-Francés Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Geografía y Ordenación del Territorio Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Historia Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería en Tecnología Naval Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Arquitectura Engineering & Technology 330 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Informática Computer Science & IT 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ciencias del Mar Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería de Tecnologías de Telecomunicación Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Lenguas Modernas Humanities & Cultural Studies 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Turismo Applied Professions & Services 240 credits Online
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Física y Matemática Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 7.78
Grado en Educación Infantil Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.83
Grado en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y del Deporte Applied Professions & Services 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 9.87
Grado en Educación Primaria Social Sciences & Education 240 credits Online
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.11
Grado en Ingeniería Biomédica Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.67
Grado en Biotecnología Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.87
Grado en Fisioterapia Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 10.98
Grado en Veterinaria Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 300 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.17
Grado en Enfermería Medicine & Health 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 11.81
Grado en Ingeniería Eléctrica Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Geografía, Ciencias Territoriales y Medio Ambiente Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits
Grado en Psicología Social Sciences & Education 240 credits
Grado en Ciencia e Ingeniería de Datos Natural Sciences & Mathematics 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería en Organización Industrial Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Electrónica Industrial y Automática Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería en Diseño Industrial y Desarrollo de Productos Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas Business & Management 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Educación Social Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Química Industrial Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Economía Social Sciences & Education 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Geomática Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Trabajo Social Applied Professions & Services 240 credits Online
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Ingeniería Civil Engineering & Technology 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Derecho Law 240 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Seguridad y Control de Riesgos Applied Professions & Services 240 credits Hybrid
Nota de corte (última admisión): 5.0
Grado en Medicina Medicine & Health 360 credits On-campus
Nota de corte (última admisión): 12.59
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
31 programmes
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers 31 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.
Máster Universitario en Enseñanza del Español y su Cultura Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Sanidad Animal y Seguridad Alimentaria Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Sistemas Inteligentes y Aplicaciones Numéricas en la Ingeniería Computer Science & IT 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Cultivos Marinos Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Turismo y Desarrollo Sostenible / Master in Tourism and Sustainable Development Applied Professions & Services 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Turismo: Digitalización, Innovación e Inteligencia Applied Professions & Services 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Protección Radiológica Ambiental Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits
Máster Universitario en Cultura Audiovisual y Literaria Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Abogacía y Procura Law 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 Dirección de Empresas y Recursos Humanos Business & Management 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Gestión Sostenible de Recursos Pesqueros Agriculture & Environmental Sciences 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario Erasmus Mundus en Islas y Sostenibilidad / Erasmus Mundus Master in Islands and Sustainability Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos Engineering & Technology 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Aprendizaje Integrado de Contenidos en Lengua Extranjera (Inglés) Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Competencias Digitales Docentes Social Sciences & Education 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Relaciones Hispano Africanas Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Gestión del Patrimonio Artístico y Arquitectónico, Museos y Mercado del Arte Social Sciences & Education 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Bioética y Bioderecho Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Patrimonio Histórico, Cultural y Natural Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería de Telecomunicación Engineering & Technology 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Administración y Dirección de Empresas (MBA) Business & Management 60 credits
Máster Universitario en Electrónica y Tecnología Digital Aplicada Engineering & Technology 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Traducción Profesional y Mediación Intercultural Humanities & Cultural Studies 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Marketing y Comercio Internacional Business & Management 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Oceanografía Natural Sciences & Mathematics 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Intervención y Mediación Familiar, Social y Comunitaria Applied Professions & Services 60 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Estudios Africanos Social Sciences & Education 60 credits
Máster Universitario en Ingeniería Industrial Engineering & Technology 120 credits On-campus
Máster Universitario en Prevención de Riesgos Laborales Applied Professions & Services 60 credits Hybrid
Máster Universitario en Tecnologías y Procesos Industriales Avanzados Engineering & Technology 60 credits On-campus
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
15 programmes
There are 15 programmes to choose from at Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for doctoral candidates. A PhD or equivalent typically takes three or more years of supervised, independent research.
Programa de Doctorado en Estudios Lingüísticos y Literarios en sus Contextos Socioculturales Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Islas Atlánticas: Historia, Patrimonio y Marco Jurídico Institucional Humanities & Cultural Studies
Programa de Doctorado en Calidad Ambiental y Recursos Naturales Engineering & Technology
Programa de Doctorado en Tecnologías de Telecomunicación e Ingeniería Computacional Engineering & Technology
Programa de Doctorado en Investigación Aplicada a las Ciencias Sanitarias Medicine & Health
Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias de la Educación Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Turismo, Economía y Gestión Applied Professions & Services
Programa de Doctorado en Oceanografía y Cambio Global Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
Programa de Doctorado en Territorio y Sociedad. Estudios en Historia, Geografía, Arqueología, Lingüística y Traducción (DOCTESO) Social Sciences & Education
Programa de Doctorado en Sanidad Animal y Seguridad Alimentaria Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
Programa de Doctorado en Ciencias Jurídicas y Sociales Law
Programa de Doctorado en Investigación en Biomedicina Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Programa de Doctorado en Acuicultura Sostenible y Ecosistemas Marinos Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
Programa de Doctorado en Empresa, Internet y Tecnologías de las Comunicaciones Computer Science & IT
Programa de Doctorado en Ingenierías Química, Mecánica y de Fabricación Engineering & Technology
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
What applying to Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria typically involves — research, eligibility check, document prep, submission, and follow-up.
- 1 Research programmes at Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria runs 95 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Before applying to Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Spain.
- 3 Gather supporting documents
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
- 4 Lodge your application
Lodge your application through the official website (www.ulpgc.es). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +34 928 451 000. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Frequently asked questions about Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.
In what year was Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria established?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria was founded in 1989 (approximately 37 years ago).
What city is Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria operates from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Is Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria public or private?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria operates as a public institution.
How big is Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's student body?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria serves approximately 15,000-19,999 students.
Where does Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria stand in university rankings?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria holds rank #942 globally and #29 in Spain.
What degrees does Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offer?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria delivers doctoral programmes across its academic units.
Is Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria accredited?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is accredited by Ministry of Universities.
How do I find Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria online?
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's official website is www.ulpgc.es.
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