University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,292
- Acceptance rate
- 62%
- Students
- 23,000
- International students
- 9%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1989
Overview
The University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a public university established in 1989 in the Canary Islands, Spain. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a strong emphasis on marine sciences, tourism, and engineering. The university is known for its research impact and its strategic location connecting Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Fields of study
- Marine Sciences
- Tourism
- Engineering
- Health Sciences
- Economics and Business
- Architecture
- Humanities
- Law
- Education
- Translation and Interpreting
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- —
- Application deadlines
- July 02
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
$875 – $3,900
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees are regulated by the Canary Islands government (Decreto de precios públicos). For 2024/2025, the cost per credit for first enrollment is approximately €14.59 for Bachelor's degrees and €13.13 for Master's degrees. Non-EU students may be subject to higher fees (often equivalent to the 3rd or 4th enrollment rate, ranging approx. €50-€77 per credit) unless they have permanent residency.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Marine Sciences | Bachelor's | — | $875 | Varies | — |
| Master in Marine Farming | Master's | — | $950 | Varies | — |
| Master in Tourism: Digitalization, Innovation and Intelligence | Master's | — | $790 | Varies | — |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.