How to apply to the University of Cadiz?

Around 500 international students head to the University of Cadiz every year to pursue their academic ambitions. Here you can enjoy an excellent and specialized learning experience. We offer you a broad academic offer of degrees, double degrees, official masters and doctoral programs to complete your higher education career. What's more? Coming to Cadiz, you will enjoy great food, a vibrant lifestyle, not to mention the amazing beaches, spectacular sunsets and beautiful weather.

The UCA offers a wide range of programs in various fields of study, check out the list of our programs to find your future academic path:

Bachelor’s degree programs

Master’s degree programs

In light of this, we'd like to provide you more details regarding the application procedure for Bachelor's and Master's degrees in the University of Cadiz so that you may have a better idea of how to make your goal come true.

For bachelor’s degrees, you can find all the information about the application process in this link. (pdf de triptico en ingles)

For Master’s degrees, the access routes to pursue an official Master’s in Spain are as follows:

• To have a Spanish degree, or any of the current architect, engineer, graduate, technical architect, diploma, technical engineer or teaching degrees, or another expressly declared equivalent.
• To hold a foreign university degree issued by a higher education institution which is part of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). The degree has to authorize access to the Master's courses in the country issuing the degree.
• To hold a foreign university degree that is not homologated by the Ministry of Education and Science but equivalent to the degree level and permits entry to postgraduate study in the country of origin.

Depending on your access route, you can consult the calendar for the pre-registration process via the following link. Please take into account that the pre-registration for Master’s is carried out through the Distrito Único Andaluz website. All Andalusian public universities are part of a single district (Distrito Único Andaluz). Therefore, you can apply for different Master's at the University of Cadiz and other Andalusian universities via a single document.

The preparation to study abroad can be overwhelming in general, we hope that with this information we can help you start planning your higher education at the University of Cadiz.

Cadiz, the fascinating city of Southern Spain

Coming to the University of Cadiz for higher education, you will also be charmed by the culture, history and the unique spirit of Cadiz, the city of Southern Spain. Let’s see what awaits you during your stay!

1. Cadiz Cathedral

With its golden dome, Cadiz most famous monument can be seen from everywhere while walking in the city. Started in 1722, the construction of Cadiz Cathedral was completed only a century later and thus mixes several architectural styles such as Baroque and Neoclassical.

During your visit to the new Cathedral, you should definitely go up the Tower of Poniente (Torre de Poniente in spanish), one of the cathedral’s bell tower. Once at the top, you can enjoy a nice panoramic view of the whole city. The view from up there is particularly impressive!

2. Cadiz market

The Mercado Central de Abastos, is considered Spain’s oldest covered market.

Outer stalls are accessed through arches in the stone walls. Here, Rincón Gastromómico or Gourmet Corner takes place every day of the week. Tempting morsels including grilled seafood, tortillas, and olives are on display, ready to eat. Other stalls provide the necessary accompaniments: beer, wine and of course, Jerez’s sherry.

Inside the market, stalls are bursting with fruit, vegetables, meat and fish. The lively banter of locals negotiating their weekly shop fills the air with life. Mercado Central is a wonderful thing to do in Cádiz. Don’t miss the churros stand on the way out.

3. Plaza San Juan de Dios

As the commercial centre of the city, the plaza is buzzing with local tapas bars, cafes and the usual big takeaway joints. Backing onto the harbour, the plaza is a great meeting point in the city. There is usually a craft market set up in the square, especially if cruise ships are in town. The café terraces are a great place to escape the heat and partake in some classic people-watching.

However, the standout feature is the beautiful Cádiz City Hall. Framed by palm trees lining the square, huge Ionic columns, rising over a series of arches, support a clocktower overlooking Cádiz. It’s free to enter the Town Hall but tours must be booked in advance. Unassuming from the outside, the decorative nave of the church of San Juan de Dios is also worth a look.

4. Caleta Beach

La Caleta is a lovely beach right in the heart of the city. It’s a refreshing way to break up the sightseeing and a great thing to do in Cádiz.

Located in the historical centre of the city, it is popular for both locals and tourists. As a result, it can get busy, but it’s well maintained, and the sunset views of the castles are some of the best in the city. After soaking up the rays, take a walk along the Fernando Quiñones Promenade to the gate of San Sebastián, the 18th-century castle built to protect the city from the north.

Barrio La Viña is very nearby, so when you’ve sufficiently soaked up the sun, head here to find a local bar to unwind.

5. Barrio la Viña

Barrio la Viña is the old fisherman’s quarter of Cádiz, where the sherry flows freely from buzzing taverns and Andalusian tapas bars. Located on the western edge of the city, La Viña is filled with energy, local chatter and some of the best seafood in the city. Stroll from one bar to the next catching glimpses of the seafront between the old stone laneways.

Taberna Casa Manteca is a thoroughly authentic, traditional tapas bar where rustic dishes and great wines are served in a delightfully chaotic atmosphere. Taberna el Tio de La Tiza, deep in the backstreets of La Viña, has excellent seafood at great value prices.

After getting your fill, take in the views of the beautiful church Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de la Palma.

Cadiz’s attractions are not only in the city, the province of Cadiz has a lot to offer. White villages, wild beaches and landscapes that will hook you from the very first moment you see them, not to mention its heritage, its gastronomy and the friendliness of its people. Cadiz will definitely surprise you by its endless possibilities. Come to the University of Cadiz for your higher education and explore the beauty of Cadiz yourself!

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