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Universitat Rovira i Virgili

Universitat Rovira i Virgili

Universitat Rovira i Virgili

Introduction

URV Presentation

The public university of Southern Catalonia

The Universitat Rovira i Virgili is located in the province of Tarragona, close to Barcelona, in one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. We are a young and dynamic university serving the needs of society, open to the world and, at the same time, closely connected to its social and economic surroundings.

The URV has twelve faculties and schools throughout the region, as well as affiliated centres, all of which are equipped with modern teaching and research facilities. The courses on offer cover all areas of knowledge. There are nearly 60 undergraduate programmes and 60 master's degrees, an extensive doctoral programme and a wide variety of lifelong learning courses so that professionals can constantly update their knowledge and improve their skills.

Map of Catalonia with URV campuses marked: 12 own centers; 4 affiliated centers; and 23 departments. 384,000 square meters.

Every year, 15,000 students are trained in all areas of knowledge (engineering and architecture, arts and humanities, health, and social and experimental sciences), so that they can respond to the demands of society and the needs of the environment.

The URV is an institution that is academically and socially committed to human rights, to institutions and the rights and democratic ideals of citizens.

Our aim is to provide you with the best training. With your motivation and our experience, you can stay ahead in your personal and professional development and reach your goals.

How can we help you to stay ahead?

Don't miss your chance next year to have a URV experience!

Learn in an innovative and personalised environment

  • Personalised treatment
  • Small groups
  • Close relationship with your teachers

Increase your job opportunities

  • Careers guidance service
  • High percentage of practical academic content

Train in an international setting

  • 36% of all our master's and doctoral students are international

Enjoy training of the highest quality

  • All official degrees meet the standards of the national quality evaluation agencies
  • Programs according to the European Higher Education Area
  • The leading international rankings place us among the best universities in the world

Campus Features

The URV has 12 centres located in different towns in the Camp de Tarragona area that provide an excellent setting in which to study and live.

  • You can travel easily and quickly by public transport to the different campuses.
  • The URV’s centres are all located in medium-sized cities, where you can make most of your trips on foot or by bicycle.
  • Your accommodation and transport costs will be more affordable than in big cities.
  • The climate is pleasant all year round and is ideal for enjoying the nearby beaches.
  • You will discover a rich historical and cultural heritage.

    Scholarships and Funding

    AmountApplication Deadline
    Becas Máster URV2,900 EURJune 15, 2023
    Grants for initiation in teaching and research URV - BIDI2,900 EURJune 15, 2023
    Becas Máster URV-AUIP2,900 EURJune 15, 2023

    1st URV Week of Master's Degrees and Postgraduate Programmes

    Online! From 24 to 28 April. Contact academic coordinator.

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    Student Testimonials

    Locations

    • Tarragona

      Student Office Universitat Rovira i Virgili Avda. Catalunya, 35 43002 Tarragona (Spain) Universitat Rovira i Virgili, 43002 ES, Tarragona

    • Tarragona

      Faculty of Chemistry Campus Sescelades Universitat Rovira i Virgili C. Marcel·lí Domingo, 1 43007 (Tarragona - Spain), 43007, Tarragona

      • Tarragona

        Faculty of Arts Campus Catalunya Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. Catalunya, 35 43002 Tarragona (Spain), 43002, Tarragona

        • Reus

          Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Universitat Rovira i Virgili C. Sant Llorenç, 21 43201 Reus (Tarragona - Spain), 43201, Reus

          • Tarragona

            Faculty of Education Sciences and Psychology Campus Sescelades Universitat Rovira i Virgili Crta. de Valls, s/n 43007 Tarragona (Spain), 43007, Tarragona

            • Tarragona

              Faculty of Legal Sciences Campus Catalunya Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. Catalunya, 35 43002 Tarragona (Spain), 43002, Tarragona

              • Reus

                Faculty of Business and Economics Campus Bellissens Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. de la Universitat, 1 43204 Reus (Tarragona - Spain), 43204, Reus

                • Tarragona

                  Faculty of Oenology Campus Sescelades Universitat Rovira i Virgili C. Marcel·lí Domingo, 1 43007 Tarragona (Spain), 43007, Tarragona

                  • Tarragona

                    Faculty of Nursing Campus Catalunya Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. Catalunya, 35 43002 Tarragona (Spain), 43002, Tarragona

                    • Tarragona

                      School of Engineering Campus Sescelades Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. Països Catalans, 26 43007 Tarragona (Spain), 43007, Tarragona

                      • Tarragona

                        School of Chemical Engineering Campus Sescelades Universitat Rovira i Virgili Av. Països Catalans, 26 43007 Tarragona (Spain), 43007, Tarragona

                        • Tarragona

                          Faculty of Tourism and Geography C. Joanot Martorell, 15 Campus Vila-Seca Universitat Rovira i Virgili 43480 Vila-Seca (Tarragona – Spain), 43480, Tarragona

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