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What is UNED The National Distance Education University (UNED) is a Public University The National Distance Education University (UNED) has as its mission the public service of higher education through the modality of distance education. Facts and figures about UNED: At more than 205,000 students, UNED has the largest student population in Spain and is one of the largest universities in Europe Since 1972, UNED has sought to translate into action the principle of equal opportunity in access to higher education through a methodology based on the principles of distance learning and focused on the needs of the student. UNED is the leader in the implementation of cutting edge technologies applied to learning, with the largest offer of virtual courses in Spain. UNED offers a very wide range of training: Degrees and Diplomas: 27 bachelor s degrees adapted to the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) 45 official university master s degrees adapted to the EHEA. 39 doctoral programs adapted to the EHEA. 4 general diplomas and 5 technical engineering diplomas. 18 licentiate degrees and 3 advanced engineering degrees. 110 Ph.D. programs.
University Access Courses (CAD) for those older than 25 and older than 45, respectively. Languages. Course offerings in foreign and co-official languages at the University Center for Distance Language Learning (CUID). Continuing Education (more than 600 courses). University extension courses (more than 900, including summer and other courses). UNED Senior, intended for people over the age of 55. Interest in responding to the demand for training groups with special needs. Established in all the Spanish Autonomous Communities in the form of 61 Associated Centers and more than 100 extensions and classrooms, where tutoring takes place and also the venues for the proctoring of inperson exams written by the teaching teams. Present in 13 countries in Europe (Germany, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Italia), America (United States, Argentina, Peru, Mexico, Brazil, Venezuela) and Africa (Equatorial Guinea). Academic teaching staff of more than 1,400 in 9 Faculties, 2 Technical Colleges and the University Access Course (CAD) at UNED Headquarters. And more than 7,000 Professor-Tutors spread across the Associated Centers.
UNED Internacional Where is The National Distance Education University Since its inception, UNED has been an institution with an international outlook and has made considerable efforts to make its services and educational offerings available to students abroad. Moreover, the institution has identified the internationalization of the university at all levels as one of its principal and strategic objectives. To this end, there has been a significant commitment to the enhancement of teaching and research collaborations with other prestigious institutions through agreements and increased participation in international campuses. In this regard, new initiatives are being developed to promote the mobility of UNED students, faculty, research staff and administrative and service personnel (PAS). Likewise, the participation of the University in international projects for European and international calls is being advanced. More than 170 existing agreements with institutions in Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa 12 UNED Centers in 11 countries and 2 officially-approved examination sites Participation in major international academic networks: ICDE, AIESAD, EADTU, EUA, EDEN, etc.
>> Where is UNED The UNED campus is spread across Faculties, Colleges and Centers in Madrid and the extensive network of Associated Centers throughout Spain and abroad. Although UNED is designed so that studying can be done when and where the student deems appropriate, significant on-site support is available to students at the 61 Associated Centers and the network of more than of 100 university lecture halls distributed throughout Spain s Autonomous Communities. In addition, there are 12 centers in 11 countries in Europe, America and Africa. The Centers are units of UNED s academic structure which serve as support for its educational system. Every UNED student must be attached to an Associated Center. Students can opt for the center they find most convenient, based on their place of residence or any other circumstance. The attachment is formalized upon completion of the registration forms. The Associated Center is the regular channel through which face-to-face interaction between the University and the student takes place. The Associated Center offers on-site tutoring, organizes the holding of examinations, and channels and provides information on those aspects pertaining to the student s university activity. It also provides the student with support facilities such as a library, laboratories and computer rooms, as well as bookstores to purchase the recommended course preparation materials, including assessments for distance learning.
To whom is UNED geared >> UNED, your ticket to future Through its extensive distribution of centers, classrooms, libraries and professor-tutors throughout Spain and abroad, UNED puts at your disposal the services, qualifications and resources that any traditional university can offer; however, through UNED you have the freedom to reconcile work and family life with the educational improvement required by the knowledge society in a global world. UNED is a university where distance is no object for the fact that, through its educational methodology, UNED is the only university that offers the possibility of obtaining formal qualifications adapted to the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) from anywhere in the world. Likewise, UNED is the only university with centers in the Americas, Africa, Europe and all the Autonomous Communities of Spain; finally, training at UNED is carried out using new technologies, principally the Internet. In today s society, lifelong learning and continuing education is a crucial necessity. To progress and advance, society requires university graduates with extensive and continuously updated training. Thanks to UNED you can meet this demand for higher qualifications and continuous upgrading and take your career to greater heights. Our methodology allows you to make a healthy work-life balance compatible with the obtaining of qualifications highly valued by the labor market. Not only does UNED meet the requirements for any modern university, entering hundreds of thousands of homes daily through new technologies, but it also fulfills one of the main objectives of prestigious academic institutions, namely, the capability of offering content tailored to the times. Moreover, since its inception and to a greater degree than all other universities in Spain, UNED has served an important social support function in facilitating the integration
into society of the following groups: immigrants to Spain, irrespective of country of origin, those who suffer a disability (4,000 during the 2010-2011 course) and people in the penitentiary system (1,000 during the 2010-2011 course). Thus, the UNED methodology is designed and intended for everyone, especially, those who: need or want the freedom to decide their schedules. want to make work and study compatible and reconcile these with personal responsibilities. need a second chance to access university training to help them progress. live far from a university. have special difficulties in accessing face-to-face teaching. want to following Europe studies. are every where are aware that new technologies can overcome multiple barriers. want to upgrade their cultural or professional training. want to combine different areas of studies.
What can be studied at UNED UNED offers the same qualifications as the rest of Spain s universities and has made a major effort to continue offering quality services to the student body within the framework of the new European Higher Education Area (EHEA). Hence, the University has invested heavily in technology to ensure students a whole range of services over the Internet ranging from orientation prior to registration, online registration, access to virtual welcome communities for new students, courses preparing students for distance learning, virtual courses in each subject with learning activities and materials, etc.
10 >> Academic Offerings OFICIAL UNIVERSITY DEGREES Bachelor s Degree 1 Licentiate Degrees, Advanced Engineering Degrees, General Diplomas and Technical Engineering Diplomas University Master s Degree 3 Doctorate Degree WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR ADMISSION? - University Entrance Exam (PAU) - European Credential - University Entrance Exam (ages +25 and +45, respectively) - University students combining areas of study - University Graduates - Holders of higher technical and vocational training certificates (Técnicos Superiores de FP 2 ) - Accredited Professionals (in accordance with regulations) All these degrees and diplomas are in the PROCESS OF BEING PHA- SED OUT; consequently, they only admit UNED students who are already matriculated. Students from other universities should see the admission requirements in the Degree and Diploma Guide through the website: www.uned.es - Bachelor s Degree - University Graduates - Foreign University Graduate (Rector s prior authorization) Formative period Research period - Bachelor s Degree - University Graduates - Foreign University Graduate University Master s or 60 credits included in one or more Master s 1 Following the directives of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), this is an official first-cycle university qualification. The degree takes four years to complete and carries a total of 240 credits under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). 2 Holders of higher technical and vocational training certificates (Técnicos Superiores de FP) will have access to any UNED Bachelor s degree, regardless of branch or specialty. 3 Following the directives of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), this is a second-cycle university degree qualification. A university master s degree takes either one or two years to complete and carries a total of between 60 and 120 credits under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS).
>> Bachelor s Degree Studies FACULTY/COLLEGE College of Computer Engineering College of Industrial Engineering Faculty of Sciences Faculty of Economics and Business Administration Faculty of Political Science and Sociology Faculty of Law Faculty of Education BACHELOR S DEGREES (EHEA) Bachelor s Degree in Computer Engineering Bachelor s Degree in Engineering Information Technology Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering Bachelor s Degree in Industrial Technologies Engineering Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Bachelor s Degree in Engineering in Industrial Electronics and Automation Bachelor s Degree in Environmental Science Bachelor s Degree in Physics Bachelor s Degree in Mathematics Bachelor s Degree in Chemistry Bachelor s Degree in Economics Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration and Management Bachelor s Degree in Tourism Bachelor s Degree in Sociology Bachelor s Degree in Political Science & Public Administration Bachelor s Degree in Law Bachelor s Degree in Social Work Bachelor s Degree in Juridical Science of Public Administration Bachelor s Degree in Social Education Bachelor s Degree in Pedagogy 11
FACULTY/COLLEGE Faculty of Philology Faculty of Philosophy Faculty of Geography and History Faculty of Psychology BACHELOR S DEGREES (EHEA) Bachelor s Degree in Spanish Language and Literature Bachelor s Degree in English Studies: Language, Literature and Culture Bachelor s Degree in Philosophy Bachelor s Degree in Social and Cultural Anthropolog Bachelor s Degree in Geography and History Bachelor s Degree in Art History Bachelor s Degree in Psychology 12 >> Official postgraduate studies (Master s and Doctorate Degrees) 4 Master s Degrees FACULTY/COLLEGE College of Computer Engineering College of Industrial Engineering UNIVERSITY MASTER S DEGREES (EHEA) Computer Systems and Languages Advanced Artificial Intelligence: Principles, Methods and Applications Communication, Networks and Content Management Systems and Control Engineering Research in Industrial Technology Research in Electrical, Electronic and Industrial Control Engineering Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Design Engineering
FACULTY/COLLEGE Faculty of Sciences Faculty of Economics and Business Administration Faculty of Political Science and Sociology Faculty of Law Faculty of Education UNIVERSITY MASTER S DEGREES (EHEA) Chemical Science and Technology Polymer Science and Technology Advanced Mathematics Medical Physics Physics of Complex Systems Corporate Sustainability and Social Responsibility Social Problems Politics and Democracy Government Intervention in Society European Union Fundamental Rights Security Insurance Law Human Rights Public Management, Public Finance, Public Policy and Taxation Educational Treatment of Diversity Communication and Education on the Internet: From the Information Society to the Knowledge Society Innovation and Research in Education Training of E.S.O., Bachillerato, F.P. and Language Secondary Teachers Strategies and Technologies for the Teaching Function in the Multicultural Society 13
14 FACULTY/COLLEGE Faculty of Philology Faculty of Philosophy Faculty of Geography and History Faculty of Psychology Gutiérrez Mellado University Institute UNIVERSITY MASTER S DEGREES (EHEA) Literary and Theatre Training and Research in the European Context The Classical World and its Influence on Western Culture Applied English Linguistics Hispanic Literatures (Catalan, Galician and Basque) in the European Context Language Science and Hispanic Linguistics Grammatical and Stylistic Analysis of Spanish Dictionary Development and Quality Control of the Spanish Lexicon French and Francophone Studies Information Technologies and Communication in Language Education and Processing Theoretical and Practical Philosophy Advanced Methods and Techniques of Historical, Artistic and Geographic Research Contemporary Spain in the International Context Methodology of Behavioral Sciences and Health Research in Psychology Psychological Intervention in Development and Education The Challenges of Peace, Security and Defense
4 Doctorate FACULTY/COLLEGE College of Computer Engineering DOCTORAL DEGREES (EHEA) Artificial Intelligence and Information Systems Systems and Control Engineering Applied Mathematics Industrial Technologies College of Industrial Engineering Construction and Production Engineering Electrical, Electronic and Industrial Control Engineering Faculty of Sciences Faculty of Political Science and Sociology Faculty of Law Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Chemistry Sciences Polymer Science and Technology Mathematics Medical Physics Physics of Complex Systems Physics of Energy Processes Politics and Democracy Analysis of Social Problems Government Intervention in Society European Union Fundamental Rights Classical Foundations of the Patrimonial Law in Roman and Current Law Public Management, Public Finance, Public Policy and Taxation Culture Law 15
FACULTY/COLLEGE DOCTORAL DEGREES (EHEA) Educational Treatment of Diversity in the European Union Framework Communication and Education in Digital Environments Innovation and Research in Didactics Faculty of Education Research on Organization and Innovation of Educational Institutions History of Education and Comparative Education Research and Innovation in Educational Diagnosis and Guidance Quality and Equity in Education Theory of Education and Social Pedagogy Spanish and Latin American Literature and Theatres in the European Context 16 Classical Philology Applied English Linguistics Faculty of Philology Hispanic Literatures (Catalan, Galician and Basque) in the European Context French Language and Literatures Spanish Language and General Linguistics Faculty of Philosophy Faculty of Geography and History Faculty of Psychology Information Technologies and Communication in Language Education and Processing Philosophy Geography, History and Art Methodology of Behavioral Sciences and Health Psychology
>> University Access Courses (CAD) for those over the age of 25 years and over the age of 45, respectively Many adults lack the immediate preparation required to pass university entrance examinations. UNED s commitment has been and continues to be to facilitate the access to higher education of this large group of adults (more than 23,000 in the last academic term) through an orientation and induction course. The course, with special support from all the Associated Centers, is geared to providing interested persons basic university entrance training and a detailed introduction to university studies based on UNED s specific methodology. These courses last one academic year and are conducted prior to the university admissions examinations for those over the age of 25 and over the age of 45, respectively. >> University Admissions Examinations - PAU (Entrance Examination/ Credential from the EU and other countries) 17 The following have the option of sitting for the Admissions Examinations for Official University Degree Studies: Students from foreign educational systems with studies equivalent to the Spanish High School Diploma. Students from Spanish public schools located abroad attached to the PAU-UNED regime. Students from foreign educational systems referred to in Article 38.5 of Organic Law on Education 2/May 3, 2006: Students from educational systems of State members of the European Union, or other States that have signed international agreements applicable in this regard, may apply for the credential, provided that these students meet the academic requirements for university access in their educational systems. UNED is responsible for the verification of compliance with the university access requirements for students from the above-mentioned educational systems and the issuance of the appropriate credentials.
>> Continuing Education 18 UNED-specific Degrees and Post-Graduate Diplomas Specialization Program Expert Specialist Master s Teacher Training Program Open Education Program Professional Development Program Training Program in the Area of Healthd Experts, Specialists, Master s and Professional Development ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma, Bachelor s Degree and University Master s Degree High School Diploma, Bachelor s Degree and University Master s Degree No degree required By official announcement More information at: http://www.uned.es/vep/
>> University Center for Distance Language Learning (CUID) The University Center for Distance Language Learning (CUID) is a specialized teaching unit attached to the UNED Faculty of Philology. Its aim is to promote the learning of the official Spanish languages as well as other foreign languages through UNED. Associated Centers with CUID offerings organize tutoring support for student groups; moreover, these centers have a language lab equipped with the latest audiovisual technology enabling students to carry out autonomous learning. CUID holds classes in the following languages: LANGUAGES: German French Portuguese Galician Arabic Chinese English Italian Russian Catalan Basque Spanish (as a foreign language) 19 More information at: http://www.cuid.uned.es/
>> University Extension Programs 4 Summer courses UNED carries out an extensive program of summer courses (160), which take place from July to September at various Associated Centers. More information at: http://www.uned.es/cursos-verano 4 University extension courses 20 Regardless of the qualifications required for students enrolled in them, university extension activities are all those carried out under the various forms of our methodology and aimed at the issuance of a diploma or certificate. Held at the Associated Centers, there are more than 800 such activities including conferences, seminars, congresses, summer courses, etc. Also falling within the scope of university extension activities are the congresses and seminars organized at UNED Headquarters.
How is studying done at UNED UNED features the most complete and advanced methodology for distance learning, putting a whole range of measures and human resources at the disposal of students to enable autonomous learning tailored to their needs and schedules. Based on the use of active methodologies in which students are the protagonist of their own learning, this learning system is the underlying concept of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) for the training of professionals capable of taking up the challenges of the knowledge society. UNED provides instruction by means of a distance learning modality characterized by the use of a specific didactic methodology. The methodology combines the use of print and audiovisual media with that of new technologies, especially virtual learning communities. There are also various systems of communication between professors and students as well as onsite assistance to students from professor-tutors at the Associated Centers. This methodology is summarized in the table below: HUMAN RESOURCES FOR STUDENT SUPPORT Teaching Teams In the Faculties, teaching teams are responsible for the assessment of learning and the preparation of programs and teaching materials. The student receives support from professors online, by telephone or via videoconference. Tutors in the Associated Centers and virtual tutors Should they wish, students can attend tutorials at the Associated Centers given by specialized tutors. Associated Centers also facilitate the formation of study and working groups made up of students from the same center. Administrative and Service Personnel More than 1,400 public employees make the operation of the University possible and provide the necessary support for teaching and research staff to carry out their work under the most optimal conditions. 21
22 PRINTED, AUDIOVISUAL AND MULTIMEDIA MATERIALS Printed materials (texts and study guides) specially designed for autonomous learning, and a very wide range of audiovisual and multimedia materials developed by UNED (videos, CDs, DVDs). Audiovisual Media Radio, educational television and the UNED Channel (on-line radio y television - www.canaluned.com). Virtual Community (Campus UNED-e) UNED students are integrated into a broader virtual community where they have access to various online services that respond to their needs (e.g., virtual courses, virtual study communities and virtual library and administrative department). Each course has its own virtual domain with activities, supplementary materials, self-assessment tools, and chats and forums, allowing students to communicate with teaching staff, tutors and classmates. Students can also join online work and study communities formed by classmates at any Associated Center. All these services are directed towards the creation of virtual learning communities. Possibility of carrying out in-person or online internships and career practicum Laboratories in the Associated Centers and at the Central Office. Practicum in the Associated Centers and at the Central Office. In-person Practicum, arranged with institutions and centers in each Autonomous Community. Virtual Practicum, applying technologies for the furtherance of professional skills training. Libraries, bookstores, and virtual bookstores The best scientific publications in a magnificent Central Library in Madrid. Online access to the bibliographic databases and electronic publications of the Central Library. Library and Bookstore at the Associated Centers. The Virtual Library is a pioneering service offered by UNED that enables students to acquire the basic materials recommended in the guidelines of the different qualifications. Likewise, the Virtual Library facilitates rapid and efficient acquisitions by any internet user from the UNED Editorial Fund, the largest Spanish university publisher.
WELCOME PLAN FOR NEW STUDENTS UNED offers a Welcome Plan for new students based on an information and university integration program. The plan also has a training component with courses on independent and student-regulated learning and on the specific methodology of distance learning. IN-PERSON EXAMS AT THE ASSOCIATED CENTERS Carrying out the in-person exams at the Associated Centers Examinations are written by teaching teams at the Faculties and distributed to all Associated Centers by virtual pouch. All conducted examinations are returned to the corresponding teaching teams for evaluation. >> UNED S Welcome Plan UNED is aware of how important it is for you, as a new student, to know your University and to integrate into it in the best possible way. UNED is thus particularly keen to put all possible resources at your disposal for you to develop the skills necessary to be a distance student. 23 To this end, UNED offers you a Welcome Plan for New Students. This plan has three main objectives: 1. Offer you the best information possible for you to fit satisfactorily integrate into the University. 2. Better orient you during the matriculation process so that you matriculate what best suits you and meets your needs and characteristics. 3. Provide you with a range of support resources during your first year and during your formative courses on the specific methodology of distance learning and the competencies needed to undertake independent learning that is controlled and regulated by you.
In essence, it is intended that you adapt well to the UNED system of teaching and learning and successfully complete your studies. The Welcome Plan entails a commitment on the part of many: the Rector s Office, the Central Academic Office and the Associate Centers (through the collaboration of teaching teams, University Access and First Course Tutors), Administrative and Service Personnel (PAS) and student representatives. Upper-level students are also being progressively incorporated in various support actions. To meet the objectives of the plan, UNED has developed, and continues to develop, a wide range of online and face-toface activities. What actions do we take to welcome you?: 1. Guidance and information actions On the UNED website you have at your disposal texts, links, videos, audio, interactive maps, as well as various practical guides. 24 During orientation for a more reflective matriculation, adjusted to the requirements of the different courses and your time availability. You can find the template for matriculation planning on the website of the Center for Orientation, Information and Employment (COIE). Likewise, your Associated Center will help you complete matriculation in the best possible way. Your Center s COIE is also available for support during this first stage. All this information can also be found on the DVD with UNED s academic offerings. On-site activities such as Open House and Welcoming Workshops at your Associated Center. See the calendar of the various events, available on the website of your Associated Center. 2. Training Actions It is advisable that you prepare yourself for distance learning study. To achieve this we would like that you be able to progressively train in the UNED methodology and develop the competencies needed for independent and self-regulated studying and learning.
UNED provides you with this training through various means and at various levels of detail, based on your needs: Practical guides online and multimedia materials in How To Study At a Distance?. Virtual community of new students. As a new student, you will have access from the start to a virtual host community in which you will find all the new students of your faculty/school. Communities provide information and detailed guidance on UNED and its methodology, as well as suggestions to guide you through your first steps. 0-Courses: It is possible that you have not studied formally in a while and need to refresh and level your previous knowledge in some areas. Thus, in the academic year 2010 2011, available online at the UNED Portal of Open Courses (OCW) will be the following courses with materials, practical activities and self-assessment tests: Physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics. These courses are particularly aimed at students of the Faculties of Sciences and the School of Industrial Engineering. Training Course for Self-Regulated Learning: Available in the 2010-2011 academic year at the UNED OCW portal, this open and self-paced course allows you to learn more about UNED, the methodology of distance education and how to develop strategies to learn in an independent and self-regulated manner. This course, including tutoring and assessment, may also be taken formally as elective credit,. Find out more at the beginning of the school year. 25 Training workshops and courses for new students in the Associated Centers. Information on dates and venues for on-site Welcome Plan courses can be obtained at the website of each Associated Center. 3. Follow-up Actions UNED has various measures to monitor and support University Access and First-year students over the course of their first year of study. These actions involve tutors and peer mentors. Contact a Center for Orientation, Information and Employment (COIE) at a Central Academic Office or Associated Center for more information.
For more information Those interested in studying at UNED may obtain information in the Student Services Offices in all Associated Centers. (www.uned.es) Inquiries or requests for information can be made by email to the following address: infouned@adm.uned.es Telephone inquiries for Student Services Center can be made at: + 34 91 398 6001. 27
STUDENT SERVICES CENTER http://www.uned.es e-mail: infouned@adm.uned.es Telf: + 34 91 398 6001