University of Murcia: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #527 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #206 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #16 of 75 | In Spain |
| #105 of 1,002 | For Optometry |
| Top50% | For 192 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- um.es
- Languages
- Spanish;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (bachiller) and pre-university examination (madurez) |
| Academic Calendar | October to June (October - December; January-March; April-June) |
We've calculated the 60% acceptance rate for University of Murcia based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Murcia is a world-class research university with 49,694 scientific papers published and 942,259 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Medicine, Chemistry, Philosophy, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and Biochemistry.
University of Murcia majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 293 | 1092 |
| 1993 | 292 | 1175 |
| 1994 | 323 | 1570 |
| 1995 | 372 | 1810 |
| 1996 | 413 | 2328 |
| 1997 | 448 | 2720 |
| 1998 | 465 | 3141 |
| 1999 | 533 | 3405 |
| 2000 | 528 | 4515 |
| 2001 | 591 | 4945 |
| 2002 | 669 | 6284 |
| 2003 | 749 | 7338 |
| 2004 | 802 | 8510 |
| 2005 | 854 | 9942 |
| 2006 | 930 | 11387 |
| 2007 | 1130 | 14268 |
| 2008 | 1212 | 16308 |
| 2009 | 1383 | 19279 |
| 2010 | 1466 | 22201 |
| 2011 | 1711 | 26243 |
| 2012 | 1947 | 30109 |
| 2013 | 1958 | 33219 |
| 2014 | 2183 | 36800 |
| 2015 | 2273 | 39876 |
| 2016 | 2181 | 41236 |
| 2017 | 2314 | 43381 |
| 2018 | 2453 | 48454 |
| 2019 | 2570 | 57065 |
| 2020 | 3142 | 72228 |
| 2021 | 3265 | 85917 |
| 2022 | 2945 | 87142 |
| 2023 | 2971 | 91137 |
| 2024 | 2640 | 90836 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Murcia gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration (years) | Annual Tuition (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 | 1,200 |
| Master's Degree | 1-2 | 1,500 |
| Doctoral Degree | 3-5 | 2,000 |
The University of Murcia has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Murcia.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Título de Graduado | Business Administration, Engineering, Industrial Management, Library Science, Medicine, Nursing, Social Work |
|---|---|
| Máster Universitario | Aquaculture, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Education, Finance, Fine Arts, Food Science, Health Sciences, History, Labour Law, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Medicine, Nutrition, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Sports, Theology, Veterinary Science, Water Science |
| Doctor | Art History, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Law, Education, Fine Arts, Food Science, Geography, Health Sciences, History, Labour and Industrial Relations, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Mathematics, Nutrition, Ophthalmology, Philosophy, Physics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Public Administration, Theology, Translation and Interpretation, Veterinary Science, Viticulture |
University of Murcia alumni
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Nathy Peluso
- Occupations
- recording artistsingersongwriter
- Biography
-
Natalia Beatriz Dora "Nathy" Peluso is an Argentine, Spanish, and Italian singer and songwriter. Born in Argentina and raised in Alicante, Spain, Peluso became interested in the performing arts at an early age, performing cover songs at musical bars in her teenage years in Torrevieja. After graduating from King Juan Carlos University, Peluso relocated to Barcelona to pursue a professional career in music, with her first releases Esmeralda (2017) and La Sandunguera (2018) being confected independently. Peluso slowly started to become recognized in Spain. After signing to Sony Music, she started working on her breakthrough album Calambre (2020) for which she won the Latin Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2021. Her second studio album, Grasa, was released in 2024.
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Rozalén
- Occupations
- writerrecording artistguitaristsinger
- Biography
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María de los Ángeles Rozalén Ortuño known professionally as Rozalén is a Spanish singer and songwriter.
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María Dueñas
- Occupations
- writeruniversity teachernovelist
- Biography
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María Dueñas Vinuesa is a Spanish writer and professor. She rose to fame in 2009 with El tiempo entre costuras, her first novel, which became one of the best-selling works of Spanish literature in recent years and has been translated into more than twenty-five languages.
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José Guirao
- Enrolled in the University of Murcia
- Graduated with Doctor of Philosophy
- Occupations
- politiciancultural manager
- Biography
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José Guirao Cabrera was a Spanish cultural manager and art expert who served as Minister of Culture and Sport in the government of Pedro Sánchez between 2018 and 2020. He was also Member of the Congress of Deputies.
University of Murcia faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Arts and Humanities | Archaeology, Art History, Arts and Humanities, Comparative Literature, Foreign Languages Education, Geography, Geography (Human), History, Literature, Philology, Philosophy, Prehistory |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Biology | Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Studies, Microbiology, Molecular Biology |
| Faculty : Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Genetics, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmacology, Physics |
| Faculty : Communication and Documentation Sciences | Communication Studies, Documentation Techniques, Library Science |
| Faculty : Computer Science | Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Analysis |
| Faculty : Economics and Business Management | Accountancy, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing |
| Faculty : Education | Education, English, Foreign Languages Education, French, Music Education, Pedagogy, Physical Education, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Special Education |
| Faculty : Fine Arts | Art History, Fine Arts, Painting and Drawing, Sculpture |
| Faculty : Labour Studies | Labour and Industrial Relations, Labour Law |
| Faculty : Law | Administration, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Labour Law, Law, Political Sciences, Private Law, Public Administration |
| Faculty : Mathematics | Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Physics |
| Faculty : Medicine | Anatomy, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Dentistry, Dermatology, Genetics, Medicine, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Paediatrics, Pharmacology, Physical Therapy, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Radiology, Stomatology, Surgery |
| Faculty : Optics and Optometry | Optometry |
| Faculty : Philosophy | Philosophy |
| Faculty : Psychology | Psychology |
| Faculty : Social Work | Social Work |
| Faculty : Veterinary Medicine | Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science |
| School : Nursing | Nursing |
General information
| Alternative names | UM Universidad de Murcia |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1272 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Universities |
| Motto | Cien por cien universidad Come and join us |
| Colors | red, gray |
Location and contacts
| Address | Edificio Convalecencia Avenida Teniente Flomesta, s/n Murcia, 30003 Spain |
|---|---|
| City population | 673,000 |