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Guayaquil, Ecuador
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The below information is required while
completing the university application :
Possess a valid high school diploma (bachillerato or equivalent).
Submit official high school transcripts showing completed coursework and grades.
Take and pass the Ecuadorian university entrance exam (Ser Bachiller or its updated equivalent).
Provide a copy of a valid ID card (for Ecuadorians) or passport (for international applicants).
Present a copy of birth certificate, legalized as needed.
Submit passport-sized photographs (usually 2 recent photos).
Provide a medical certificate issued by a licensed health professional.
Know more
In 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the university successfully implemented comprehensive online learning systems, ensuring educational continuity for tens of thousands of students. Its rapid and effective shift to digital platforms was recognized as one of the most significant achievements in Ecuador’s higher education sector.
By 2020, the university expanded its global reach through new cooperation agreements with universities in Spain, Argentina, Colombia, and other countries. These agreements strengthened opportunities for student and faculty exchanges, joint research, and global academic collaboration.
In 2018, the University of Guayaquil introduced an ambitious sustainability program, focusing on energy efficiency, campus green spaces, and waste reduction. The initiative included installing solar panels and promoting environmental education, making it a model for sustainable practices in Ecuadorian higher education.
In 2023, the university unveiled an AI-based predictive model to forecast disease outbreaks (such as dengue and malaria) in coastal regions. This system integrates climate, population, and historical health data to help authorities implement timely preventive measures.
In 2022, food technology researchers developed natural food preservatives derived from Amazonian plant extracts. These preservatives extended shelf life without synthetic additives, supporting healthier food options and local agricultural products.
A team of medical researchers and bioengineers at the university developed a biodegradable surgical mesh in 2020. Designed for use in hernia repairs and other surgical applications, it reduced the risk of long-term complications associated with synthetic materials.
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