Our International Foundation Program is specifically designed for international students who have obtained high school diplomas from all over the world. The aim is to help them obtain wider academic preparation and the Spanish cultural perspective needed to undertake a Bachelor’s degree program at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, one of the most prestigious Spanish universities.
The International Foundation Program lasts the whole academic year, from September to June. This is divided into two areas of knowledge (Social Science & Humanities and Engineering) and is taught in Spanish or English. Students easily adapt to the Spanish University system, surrounded by an international environment in one of the most vibrant cities in Europe. The main goal is to enhance their capability to get admission into college studies.
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I think that coming to study in Madrid took me out of my comfort zone. I grew a lot on a personal level, I met incredible people and the learning that this great experience is giving me, I am sure it will be very useful for my future.
I highly recommend enjoying the university, more than just studying, and learning from a new culture, experiencing the city of Madrid, and using this open door to Europe to grow personally and professional.
Studying abroad has helped me grow in a lot of aspects so I believe that after my studies at the university, my experiences will help me get to my goals in a more efficient way. Carlos III University is the only one that offers an International Foundation Course that helps international students to study and then to stay in Spain for work. This course helped me to settle in Spain before starting my professional career.
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