The University of Granada is firmly committed to excellence across all of its doctoral programmes – excellence delivered by expert teaching staff with a solid scientific and technical track record who participate in major research projects at national and international level. We have long-standing experience in educating doctors and supporting candidates in producing high-quality theses with an international impact.
Why pursue a doctorate at the UGR?
1. A high-ranking university
National and international rankings reflect the UGR’s outstanding position among the top universities in Spain and the best in the world. Visit UGR en rankings to know the updated position of UGR in different national and international rankings.
2. World-class research
The UGR is internationally renowned for its excellence in diverse research fields, such as ICT, health sciences, mathematics, cultural heritage, psychology, and linguistics, among others. Its 500+ research groups work in all areas of scientific knowledge, collaborating closely with other national and international leaders, as well as key industries.
3. A truly international experience
The UGR is the most popular global destination among European exchange students (Erasmus+) and the European leader in figures of both incoming and outgoing Erasmus students. It is a welcoming cosmopolitan university; about 30% of those enrolled on our doctoral programmes are international students.
Moreover, as a doctoral candidate at the UGR you will have the opportunity to participate in an extensive range of mobility programmes, thanks to the exchange agreements we maintain with higher education institutions in over 100 countries.
By completing a research period abroad, you can also obtain an “International Doctorate” Mention, greatly enhancing the value of your qualification.
4. A wide range of programmes and degrees
The UGR offers an extensive selection of high-quality academic programmes with a clear international vocation. Visit our website to find the International Offer. University of Granada offers over 100 master’s degrees; 18 of which in international partnerships, as well as 29 doctoral programmes in three interdisciplinary schools.
5. Outstanding services and facilities
The UGR offers top-quality services for its students and staff, covering all aspects of university life (world-class research facilities, accommodation options, well-stocked libraries, high-speed Wi-Fi, canteens, disability services, sports facilities and many more). Our International Welcome Centre (IWC) caters directly to the needs of international doctoral candidates, researchers, postdocs and visiting staff — before, during and after their mobility period at the UGR.
6. Language learning opportunities
Students can learn Spanish and other languages alongside the 8,000 local and international students who enrol each year on courses offered by the UGR’s Modern Languages Centre, Confucius Institute (Chinese) and Centre for Slavic Cultures.
7. An ideal university city
Granada, a safe modern city, also has an outstanding geographical location just 40 minutes from the Mediterranean Coast with its tropical climate, and 30 minutes from the Sierra Nevada ski resort. The University merges with the city, its schools and campuses distributed throughout Granada, giving the city a lively student atmosphere (56,000 students in a city of 240,000 inhabitants). The UGR is also an intercontinental university, since it has campuses in both Granada and North Africa (Ceuta and Melilla).
8. A culturally and historically rich city
Granada is an enchanting city, full of monuments, history and, of course, the University. Along with its charm, its many cultural and recreational activities make it a great city to explore and a magnificent destination for students from around the world. Granada offers a wide range of cultural activities including festivals of flamenco, jazz, tango, theatre, poetry, magic, music, and dance.
The world-renowned Alhambra and Generalife palaces, which form the backdrop of Granada’s cityscape, are widely regarded as being among the most outstanding examples of Islamic architecture in the world. In 1984 these palaces, along with the labyrinth-like historical quarter known as the Albaicín, became UNESCO world heritage sites, further adding to Granada’s reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Doctoral programmes
Doctoral School in Health Sciences (EDCS)
Doctoral School in Humanities, Social Sciences and Law (EDHCSJ)
Doctoral School in Science, Technology and Engineering (EDCTI)
General entry requirements and when to apply
Generally speaking, in order to apply to a doctoral programme at the University of Granada you must hold a bachelor’s degree issued in Spain or an equivalent qualification issued abroad, as well as a master’s degree.
Foreign applicants must hold a degree issued in accordance with their national education system, but do not require official recognition of their qualifications (in Spanish: homologación de títulos extranjeros) by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Vocational Training, provided the degree proves a level of training which is equivalent to that of an official master’s degree (postgraduate level) in Spain and entitles you to enrol on a doctoral programme in the country in which it was issued.
Please note that before applying online you must first consult the specific entry requirements on the webpage of the doctoral programme in which you are interested..
For comprehensive information on entry requirements for doctoral programmes at the UGR please visit:
International School for Postgraduate Studies: Entry requirements
Contact information
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International School for Postgraduate Studies |
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http://escuelaposgrado.ugr.es/doctorado/index |
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+34 958241512 |
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Avenida de Madrid, 13, 18012 Granada |
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09:00 – 14:00 from Monday to Friday |
