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Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture + Qualifying University Master's Degree

The UAX Bachelor's Degree in Architecture prepares you to lead architectural projects with a modern and practical vision, combining an up-to-date curriculum and advanced technology to train you in design, construction techniques and sustainable planning.

In addition, you will be able to complete your training with the University Master's Degree in Architecture (habilitante), configuring an integral itinerary of degree + master's degree that will allow you to acquire all the necessary skills to practice as an architect with a solid, coherent preparation that is aligned with the demands of the sector.

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40% aid until 15 May
Start September
Length Credits 5 and a half years / 360 ECTS
Modality Campus-based
Campus Villanueva de la Cañada
Faculty School of Engineering, Architecture and Design

Why study Architecture at UAX?

Because it provides you with a solid foundation in design, construction and architectural thinking, combining creativity, technique and spatial vision to develop projects with meaning, functionality and aesthetic value.

# 1 Labour market integration in Spain

Leader in employability according to the BBVA-IVIE ranking.

Gestión de proyectos BIM Official Autodesk Certification

The only degree with internationally recognised external certification.

UAX MAKERS Real projects in companies

He works on real projects with SACYR, Grupo San José or Luis Vidal + Architects.

+ 50 COMPANIES IN THE SECTOR

Companies in the sector designing the curriculum, a training aligned with what the professional market demands today.

SOFT Skills UAX Skills School

Develops leadership, communication and creative thinking skills

15000 GRADUATE STUDENTS

We accompany a generation of leaders who are already changing the world.

99 % EMPLOYABILITY

99% of our students are employed at the end of their degree.

1000 CONVENTIONS

With leading companies in the sector.

90 % ACTIVE TEACHERS

This offers the student a training that is closer to professional reality.

100 REAL PROJECTS

Of our students with companies.

Learn architecture by doing architecture

The UAX Architecture pathway (Degree + Qualifying Master's Degree) is designed to accompany you throughout your development: from the basics of design and construction to the legal authorisation to practice as an architect. A practical training, connected with the reality of the sector, which enhances your creativity, your technical skills and your professional profile.

Training in Architecture at UAX:

  • You will develop complete projects: from the initial idea to the construction detail, integrating sustainability, regulations and technology.
  • You will learn with active professionals: a faculty linked to studios, companies and organisations in the sector.
  • You will work in real environments: more than 25,000 m² of laboratories, FabLab, virtual reality and 3D printing.
  • You will participate in projects with leading companies: building a solid portfolio from the degree, with companies such as SACYR, COAM, Luis Vidal + Architects and Grupo San José.
  • You will enhance your employability: with BIM certifications (Autodesk) and training in leadership, communication and entrepreneurship certified by UAX Skill School.
  • You will live international experiences: in universities and global contexts such as Japan or the USA.
  • You will complete your training with the qualifying Master's degree: gaining direct access to regulated professional practice in just 5 and a half years.
  • You will work in a professional ecosystem, with more than 25,000 m² of laboratories, FabLab, workshops and specialised spaces, designed for prototyping, modelling and presenting projects as in a real studio.
  • You will have direct access to the regulated profession, obtaining the official qualification that legally entitles you to practice as an architect.

Access training designed to take you further: start by creating spaces and end up signing projects as an architect.

Official Autodesk BIM Certification with MSI Digital Builders - UAX

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UAX MAKERS

Architecture students participate in innovation projects with students from other degrees and professionals from leading companies with the aim of facing real challenges as they will do tomorrow.

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Diseño del campus

Análisis topográfico y urbano del entorno del campus de Chamberí con la Guía de Arquitectura del COAM como referencia.

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Campus sostenible

Proyecto de Campus Sostenible UAX Málaga con el estudio de Arquitectura de Luis Vidal Arquitectos.

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Rediseñando Colmenar Viejo

Los estudiantes de arquitectura participan en el rediseño de una plaza pública junto al ayuntamiento de Colmenar Viejo

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Virtual Twin

Developing a virtual twin of the Villanueva de la Cañada Campus.

Information about the Bachelor of Architecture

Hear first-hand about the experiences of companies and students, be inspired by the creativity and ingenuity of our maker projects and discover what life is like on our campus, full of activities and events for all tastes.

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UAX Fab Lab

An innovative digital fabrication workshop aimed at expanding the learning of architecture, engineering and design students. Find out more

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Sports Facilities

25 indoor and outdoor sports facilities for practicing more than 20 different sports. Find out more

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UAX Digital Garage

A further step in the training of 360° engineers Find out more

International Mobility

Live an international experience that enriches your personal and professional training through Erasmus Scholarships and study trips, connecting you with other cultures, universities and professional realities.

Exchange programmes with international universities

Exchange programmes with international universities

Professional projection in a global environment

Professional projection in a global environment

Professional staff

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Juan Luis Jarillo Gómez

Degree Professor

Doctor in Law from the U.C.M., specialist in Civil Law, with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Practising lawyer at ICAM. Author of various works in his speciality and director of several doctoral theses.

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Esther Pérez Arellano

Director of the Construction Area

PhD in Civil Engineering from the Alfonso X el Sabio University. Her main area of specialisation is related to Environmental Engineering. She has participated in different lines of research, as an associate researcher in collaboration with the Alfonso X el Sabio Foundation.

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Víctor Acosta Cobacho

Architect, Coordinator of the Structures Area

Specialist in Restoration and Rehabilitation of Buildings, with extensive experience in Structural Calculation and technical analysis applied to the conservation, reinforcement and adaptation of existing constructions.

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Yolanda Cónsul Pascual

Dr. Arquitecta, Coordinator of the Facilities Area

Professor of Geometry, with experience in teaching applied to architecture, research career with publications in the architectural field and professional practice in interior design, integrating technical rigour and spatial sensitivity.

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María Andeyro García

Dr. Architect, Professor of Graphic Expression

Specialist in Valuation and Appraisal of Buildings, with experience in economic-technical analysis of built heritage and author of publications focusing on the relationship between architecture, accessibility and disability.

Become the architect who integrates technology and creativity

We have met with over 50 leading firms to understand their needs and create an Architecture education offer that ensures the employability and success of all our students at a crucial stage.

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Experience

Real projects with companies. You will work on innovation projects such as the "Landscape Itineraries" in collaboration with COAM.

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Digital certificates

Get certified with MSI Digital Builders in the most demanded BIM tools in the sector. Master Revit and Navisworks and excel in architectural design with innovation and precision.

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Skills

UAX Skill School. You will be trained in analytical thinking, disruptive thinking, leadership, ethics and storytelling.

Scholarships and Grants to study at UAX

We know that studying is an investment. That's why we want to eliminate economic barriers and make it easy for you. Fill in the form and discover, with the help of our advisors, the scholarships, agreements and personalised grants that best suit your situation.

Becas para estudiantes con discapacidad

Comunidad de Madrid

Ayudas para alumnos con discapacidad igual o superior al 33% que cursen estudios en las universidades o centros superiores de enseñanzas artísticas de la Comunidad de Madrid.

Bases legales

Becas MEC

Ministerio de Educación, Formación Profesional y Deportes

Conoce la información sobre las becas y ayudas convocadas por el ministerio de educación, formación profesional y deporte, según los diferentes tipos y niveles de enseñanza.

Bases legales

Becas Santander

Atracción al Talento Investigador Predoctoral

Apoyo financiero para estudiantes sobresalientes que quieran desarrollar investigaciones innovadoras y contribuir al avance del conocimiento en sus disciplinas.

Bases legales
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Ayuda por pronta matrícula

Si ya has decidido dar el paso, formaliza tu matrícula con antelación y benefíciate de una ayuda directa. Una forma de premiar tu compromiso y planificar tu futuro con ventaja.

Bases legales

Becas OEI

Estudiantes de Iberoamérica

Programa dirigido a ciudadanos iberoamericanos o extranjeros con residencia legal en países de influencia de la OEI. La beca cubre un 50% de descuento sobre el coste total de docencia.

Bases legales

Becas Senescyt

Estudiantes de Ecuador

Programa dirigido a ciudadanos con nacionalidad y/o residencia ecuatoriana que deseen realizar una maestría en línea en España. La beca cubre un 50% de descuento sobre el coste total de docencia.

Bases legales

Becas Santander | Complemento de Prácticas

2025 II Edición

Ayudas para estudiantes de FP de grado superior, grado, posgrado o máster matriculados en universidades españolas con convenio Santander. Un complemento económico para apoyarte durante la realización de tus prácticas profesionales.

Bases legales
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Ayuda para antiguos estudiantes UAX

Si te graduaste en UAX y ahora estás pensando en cursar una nueva titulación, queremos seguir acompañándote. Por eso te ofrecemos una ayuda del 10% sobre el importe de docencia.

Bases legales
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Ayuda al estudio familiares de estudiantes UAX

Si tienes un familiar directo (hasta 2º grado) matriculado en UAX, puedes beneficiarte de una ayuda del 5% sobre el importe de docencia. Porque estudiar en familia es aún mejor.

Bases legales
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Ayuda por simultaneidad de estudios

Estudiar dos titulaciones a la vez es un reto, y queremos apoyarte. Si ya estás en UAX y te matriculas en una segunda carrera, contarás con una ayuda sobre tu reserva y matrícula.

Bases legales
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Ayuda por continuidad de estudios

Si quieres seguir formándote con nosotros y pasar de Ciclos Formativos a Grado, de Grado a Grado o de Grado a Postgrado, apostamos por ti con una ayuda de hasta el 25% sobre la docencia.

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Becas de excelencia

Si tienes un buen expediente académico, queremos reconocer tu talento con una beca pensada para estudiantes de nuevo ingreso. (Excluye grado en Medicina).

Bases legales
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Ayuda para deportistas de élite

Si eres deportista de alto rendimiento, en UAX queremos ayudarte a compaginar tu pasión con tus estudios. Te ofrecemos ayudas específicas que pueden llegar hasta el 50% del importe de tu matrícula.

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Recognised for boosting your professional future

The rankings place UAX among the best universities in Spain for its employability, innovation and training model connected to the reality of work.

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Leader in Employability

Forbes List

Forbes ranks UAX as the private university with the most graduates working in its area (nearly 90%), thanks to a unique educational model firmly linked to the labour market through more than 8,800 agreements with companies.

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Nº1 in Job Placement

U-Ranking

The prestigious ranking of the BBVA Foundation and the IVIE recognises us as the university with the best job placement in Spain 2023, consolidating our model focused on the real employability of our graduates.

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Nº1 Private University

Coordinates Institute

The Coordenadas Institute of Governance and Applied Economics places UAX as the private university of reference in Madrid, highlighting our practical training model aligned with the reality of the market.

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Excellence Rating

QS Stars

UAX obtains the highest rating of 5 stars and the overall "Excellent" badge for Employability, Teaching, Academic Development, Facilities, Online Teaching and Good Governance in the prestigious international QS Stars rating.

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Innovation Leader

Ranking El Confidencial 2025

UAX is recognised as the second most innovative university in Spain, the only private university among the top three in the ranking. This recognition highlights our transversal commitment to AI and training in sustainability.

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Referentes en IA Generativa

Lista Forbes 2025

Según la Lista Forbes 2025, UAX se sitúa en el TOP 2 Universidades españolas referentes en la adopción de IA Generativa en la formación de sus estudiantes, desarrollando herramientas y modelos de aprendizaje innovadores alineados con la evolución tecnológica.

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