Universidad Pontificia Comillas (COMILLAS)/Comillas Pontifical University located in Madrid, enrolls around 10,000 students and is known for its prestigious academic programs. It offers a wide range of disciplines, including law, business, engineering, humanities, and social sciences. The university is distinguished by its Jesuit heritage, emphasizing ethical education and social responsibility. Renowned for its strong international focus, Comillas maintains numerous partnerships with global institutions and offers extensive exchange programs. It also excels in research, particularly in social sciences and engineering. COMILLAS provides a supportive and inclusive academic setting, fostering excellence and personal growth in the heart of Spain’s capital.
General Information and International Office
Address: C/ Alberto Aguilera 23, 28015 Madrid, Spain
Website: https://www.comillas.edu/en/
Erasmus Code: E MADRID02
PIC: 999907817
OID: E10209186
The International Office at Comillas is eager to help with any queries regarding your international experience. Don’t hesitate to contact us.
| NAME | POSITION | E-MAIL CONTACT |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Amália Silva de Oliva |
Director of International Service and Director for International Courses |
msilva@comillas.edu |
| Marta Albacete | International Projects, Bilateral Agreements | albacete@comillas.edu |
| Pablo Carbajosa | Cultural Activities | pcarbajosa@comillas.edu |
| Aránzazu Castellanos Herraiz |
International Courses, International Relations Officer | acastellanos@comillas.edu |
| Alicia Llamas | Mobility Coordinator (Erasmus and Bilateral exchanges), Erasmus Agreements |
allamas@comillas.edu |
| Raquel Roncero | Erasmus Placements, Staff Training and Teaching Mobility, Social Networks |
rroncero@comillas.edu |
| Teresa Morales de la Fuente |
EUPeace Project Manager | tmorales@comillas.edu |
| Xinyi Ying | International Courses, International Relations Officer | yxinyi@comillas.edu |
For any information regarding your mobility at Comillas, please contact the respective faculty coordinator:
| FACULTY | COORDINATOR/E-MAIL CONTACT |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Theology | Marta García Fernández |
| Faculty of Humanity and Social Sciences | Patricia Vázquez |
| School of Engineering (ICAI) | Alberto Zanmatti |
| Faculty of Economic Sciences and Business Administration | Jorge Calvo (Incoming) Patricia Hurtado (Outgoing) |
| Faculty of Law | Esther de Santos |
| “San Juan de Dios” School of Nursing and Physical Therapy | Isabel Baeza |
| Centro de Enseñanza Superior Alberta Giménez – CESAG |
Beatriz Moreno |
| INEA | Isabel Mateos |
International Students
Comillas Pontifical University’s academic calendar provides an overview of all important dates.
Comillas organises an Orientation Day for all students prior to their exchange, which provides general information about the university and the different university services. In addition, the International Relations Coordinators of each Faculty or School provide specific information on enrolment procedures, choice of subjects, etc.
Course period
Fall: September to December
Spring: January to April
Exam period
There will be an exam period at the end of each academic semester as well as an extra exam session for re-sitting exams in June (see academic calendar).
NOTE: Students should wait for the definitive exam schedule to be available prior to making any travel
arrangements for the end of the semester.
A new university, city and country can be confusing to navigate at first. Comillas Pontifical Universityoffers support at every step of the way, whether you’re part of an undergraduate, graduate or short-term programme or seeking to complete an entire degree at our university.
The following companies collaborate with Comillas Pontifical University to provide all services associated with accommodations:
– Lodgerin
– Aluni.net
– MadridEasy
– Erasmusplay
– Innfamily
– MICAMPUS Living
– Spotahome
Student Exchange Mobility
Exchange students have many options in Comillas. The course catalogue makes it easy for you to choose the most suitable options.
International students must have sufficient knowledge of Spanish, since most classes are taught in this language (unless they are following a study plan in English). Free and supplementary language classes are offered, financed by the Erasmus+ Programme. The subject is called “Spanish Language for Exchange Students” and carries a value of 4.5 ECTS credits. In order to receive these credits, students must attend classes and pass the exam. An online level test for Spanish Language should be taken by those exchange students who are interested in enroling in this course. Levels A2, B1, B2 and C1 are offered.
Comillas Pontifical University’s grade system follows the following scale:
| ECTS GRADING SYSTEM | A | B | C | D | E | FX/F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMILLAS | 10/9,5 | 9/8,5/8 | 7,5/7 | 6,5/6/5,5 | 5 | <5 |
Virtual Campus Tour
You are very welcome at Comillas! Here’s a first impression of what awaits you during your mobility.
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Spanish schedules differ from other European countries. Lunch is between 2-4 PM, and dinner starts after 9 PM.