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Madrid, Spain

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Universidad Europea de Madrid’s Villaviciosa de Odón campus stands out for its experiential and practice‑based learning model, which integrates real‑world projects and professional skills into the curriculum across all fields of study, helping students bridge theory and workplace demands. The campus offers advanced, state‑of‑the‑art facilities tailored to diverse disciplines from simulated hospitals and clinical training labs in health sciences to bio‑technology and engineering workshops enabling hands‑on learning and research opportunities that enhance employability. With an extensive international network and more than 22,000 collaboration agreements with companies and institutions worldwide, students benefit from global academic exchanges, internships and professional connections that support career pathways.
Antonio Lobato is one of the university’s most recognised media figures. A graduate in Audiovisual Communication, he b... View More
Antonio Lobato is one of the university’s most recognised media figures. A graduate in Audiovisual Communication, he became one of Spain’s leading sports journalists and television presenters, especially known for his long-standing role as a commentator for Formula 1 on national TV and Movistar+, bringing global motorsport to millions of viewers. View Less
Víctor Sánchez studied Sports Sciences at Universidad Europea and went on to have a significant professional football ... View More
Víctor Sánchez studied Sports Sciences at Universidad Europea and went on to have a significant professional football career, notably playing as a midfielder in La Liga for RCD Espanyol and contributing in top-flight Spanish football for over a decade, including European competition appearances. View Less
Antonio Hidalgo, an alumnus of the Physical Activity and Sports Sciences programme, has forged a respected career in foo... View More
Antonio Hidalgo, an alumnus of the Physical Activity and Sports Sciences programme, has forged a respected career in football coaching, managing teams such as Hércules CF and Cultural Leonesa in Spain’s competitive football leagues after his studies. View Less
José Martín Herreros graduated in Law from Universidad Europea at Villaviciosa de Odón and went on to found his own l... View More
José Martín Herreros graduated in Law from Universidad Europea at Villaviciosa de Odón and went on to found his own legal practice. His firm was awarded the Premio Nacional de Ley 2022 (National Law Award) in the International Law category, reflecting excellence in legal service and professional impact. View Less
Eduardo Álvarez is a distinguished graduate in Physiotherapy who built an impressive career in elite sport. After worki... View More
Eduardo Álvarez is a distinguished graduate in Physiotherapy who built an impressive career in elite sport. After working with Manchester City’s medical staff under world-class coaches, he became the personal physiotherapist for world champion footballer David Silva, demonstrating the high-level professional paths possible for UE alumni. View Less
Infrastructure at Universidad Europea de Madrid (Campus Villaviciosa de Odón) is designed to support academic excellence, practical training, student life and wellbeing across a large, modern campus. The Villaviciosa campus spans over 25 hectares and includes multiple specialised teaching buildings with classrooms, laboratories, studios and innovation spaces tailored to programmes in health sciences, engineering, architecture, communication and sport. Key facilities include simulated clinical hospitals and specialised labs for biomedical training, design and media production studios, tech workshops and advanced research and collaboration zones, all equipped with modern technology to bridge theory and hands-on learning.
For sports and physical activity, the campus offers comprehensive athletic infrastructure such as swimming pools, fitness centres, an athletics track, paddle and beach volleyball courts and multi-purpose sports fields enabling both recreational and competitive sport participation. The academic heart of the campus includes the Dulce Chacón library, a resource hub with extensive collections and study spaces, alongside student support and administrative services.
Student Life at Universidad Europea de Madrid (Campus Villaviciosa de Odón) is vibrant, diverse and built around academic engagement, social connection and personal growth. The large suburban campus set on over 25 hectares just outside Madrid brings students together from across Spain and around the world, creating a multicultural community with plenty of opportunities to meet peers, collaborate and make friends. Life at Villaviciosa blends academic routines with extracurricular activities, including student clubs, cultural events, sports tournaments and wellbeing programmes that encourage participation both on and off campus. Students often take part in student associations and interest groups linked to areas such as communication, sustainability, languages, entrepreneurship and social impact, providing leadership experience and community engagement beyond classroom learning.


The university offers a dedicated Careers Service that helps students prepare for the job market with personalised guidance on CV writing, interview skills, professional branding and ongoing support throughout their studies. This service also organizes Career Week events, workshops, networking sessions and forums where students can connect with industry professionals and recruiters from various sectors. One of the key recruitment activities at the Villaviciosa campus is the Job Day series, including specialised events such as the Communication & Marketing Job Day 2025, where companies set up stands on campus to meet students, collect CVs and conduct interviews either in person or via a hybrid virtual format. These events are designed to give students direct access to employers and help them expand their professional network. Beyond isolated fairs, Universidad Europea runs initiatives like Shall We Meet, Talent Day and sector‑specific Job Days that facilitate interaction with employers, exposure to current recruitment trends, and opportunities to learn about job and internship openings throughout the academic year.
The below information is required while
completing the university application :
International applicants must have completed secondary education equivalent to the Spanish Bachillerato (e.g., high school diploma, International Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate or other recognised pre-university qualification). Your secondary qualification must be officially recognised for access to university studies in Spain, which may involve credential recognition (homologation) through Spanish authorities depending on your education system.
You need to submit an online application via the university’s admissions portal. After your application is submitted, candidates typically pay an admissions test fee (around €150) and complete the university’s assessment process, which may include a competences and skills evaluation test and language assessments. These tests assess intellectual skills and, if your chosen programme includes Spanish or English components, evaluate your language levels.
While many programmes are offered in Spanish or English, international students must demonstrate sufficient language ability:
If instruction is in Spanish, you may need to show competence (Spanish test or certificate).
If instruction is in English (for English-taught degrees), English language proficiency may also be assessed.
Typical required documents include:
Certified copy of your passport/ID.
Academic transcripts and secondary school diploma (with translation and legalisation if not in Spanish/English).
Completed admission form and proof of payment of admissions tests.
CV/resumé and, where relevant, any language test results or certificates.
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The university offers a dedicated Careers Service that helps students prepare for the job market with personalised guidance on CV writing, interview skills, professional branding and ongoing support throughout their studies. This service also organizes Career Week events, workshops, networking sessions and forums where students can connect with industry professionals and recruiters from various sectors. One of the key recruitment activities at the Villaviciosa campus is the Job Day series, including specialised events such as the Communication & Marketing Job Day 2025, where companies set up stands on campus to meet students, collect CVs and conduct interviews either in person or via a hybrid virtual format. These events are designed to give students direct access to employers and help them expand their professional network. Beyond isolated fairs, Universidad Europea runs initiatives like Shall We Meet, Talent Day and sector‑specific Job Days that facilitate interaction with employers, exposure to current recruitment trends, and opportunities to learn about job and internship openings throughout the academic year.



Universidad Europea de Madrid (Campus Villaviciosa de Odón) has achieved notable recognition in recent years for its academic quality, innovation and employability focus. In 2025, the university strengthened its research profile with the launch of the advanced i-Shape centre dedicated to sports science and human performance. The same year, it played an active role in the Semana de la Ciencia y la Innovación de Madrid, hosting numerous scientific activities that highlighted its contribution to research dissemination and innovation culture. The institution has also earned recognition in national and international rankings for its strong employability outcomes and the quality of its health sciences, engineering and business programmes, reflecting its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and professional readiness.


In 2025, Universidad Europea was recognised as one of the top private universities in Spain for employability and international outlook, reflecting strong graduate outcomes, industry connections and global student engagement. This achievement highlights the university’s sustained commitment to preparing students for global careers.
Also in 2025, the university’s i-Shape research centre focused on sports science and human performance —was officially launched, marking a significant milestone in its research and innovation profile and positioning the institution as a leader in applied health and performance research.
At Universidad Europea de Madrid (Campus Villaviciosa de Odón), innovation and research are strongly integrated into academic life. In 2025, the university inaugurated the i-Shape centre, a state-of-the-art hub dedicated to sports science, health and human performance research, strengthening its applied research capacity. The institution also actively participates in the Semana de la Ciencia y la Innovación de Madrid, hosting interdisciplinary scientific activities that promote research dissemination and student engagement. Through its expanding doctoral school, research groups and funded research initiatives (notably during 2023–2025), the campus continues to advance innovation in biomedical sciences, engineering, communication and educational technology, reinforcing its commitment to research-driven learning and societal impact.
In 2025, Universidad Europea inaugurated i-Shape — a cutting-edge centre for sports science, human performance and health research located on the Villaviciosa de Odón campus. This facility integrates biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation and health technologies under one roof, enabling researchers and students to collaboratively study human performance limits and develop new scientific insights in sport, health and wellbeing. i-Shape has positioned the university as a research hub in applied health and sport science, connecting academic research with industry needs.
Universidad Europea actively participates in the XXV Semana de la Ciencia y la Innovación de Madrid (2025), where the campus hosted 23 interdisciplinary scientific and innovation activities involving students and faculty. This annual event serves as an important platform for disseminating research and fostering student interest in scientific inquiry across fields from biomedical concepts to technological innovation.
In 2025, the university also hosted the XIX Jornadas Internacionales sobre Innovación Universitaria, an international symposium focused on ethical AI and sustainable curriculum development. This event brought together educators and experts to present innovative practices for integrating digital technologies and sustainability into teaching and learning — reflecting the institution’s commitment to educational innovation.
Ongoing since 2022–2024, the Universidad Europea Research School and Doctoral Programmes have expanded the institution’s research capacity with over 100 research groups across major knowledge areas (including Biomedical & Health Sciences, Exercise & Sport Sciences, Communication, and Engineering), supporting projects that generate new scientific knowledge and integrate research into the curriculum. Through its ABACUS research repository and doctoral programmes, the university promotes applied research and publishing in high-impact journals, involving hundreds of faculty and doctoral students.

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