Catholic University of the North facts for kids
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Universidad Católica del Norte
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| Motto | Ver más allá |
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| Type | Traditional |
| Established | 1956 |
| Students | 10,921 (2020) |
| Undergraduates | 10,634 |
| Postgraduates | 287 |
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23°40′52″S 70°24′36″W / 23.681°S 70.410°W |
| Website | www.ucn.cl |
The Catholic University of the North (its name in Spanish is Universidad Católica del Norte, or UCN) is a well-known university in Chile. It is one of Chile's traditional universities. This university is located in the city of Antofagasta, Chile. It was started on May 31, 1956. The person in charge of the university right now is Rodrigo Alda Varas.
What is the Catholic University of the North?
A university is a place where students go to learn after high school. They can study many different subjects. The Catholic University of the North is a big university. It has many different parts.
Where is the University Located?
The Catholic University of the North has several places where students learn and researchers work. These are called campuses or centers.
- The main campus is in Antofagasta. This is called Campus Casa Central.
- Another campus is in Coquimbo. This one is called Campus Guayacán.
- There is a special museum and research center in San Pedro de Atacama.
- For looking at stars, there is a place in Sierra Vicuña Mackenna, near Taltal.
Other Important Places
The university also has other important locations. These help with different studies and activities.
- A business center in Calama.
- Offices in Santiago for student applications.
- Medical departments near hospitals in Coquimbo and La Serena.
University Museums
The university has some interesting museums. These museums help people learn about history and science.
- The Professor Humberto Fuenzalida V. Geological Museum.
- The R. P. Gustavo Le Paige Archaeological Museum in San Pedro de Atacama.
- The Atacama Desert Museum, located near the Huanchaca ruins.
Training Centers
The university also runs centers for technical training. These centers help students learn practical skills for jobs.
- The Education and Training Center of the Catholic University of the North (CeducUCN).
- These centers are in Coquimbo, Antofagasta, and Lebu.
What Can You Study at UCN?
The Catholic University of the North offers many different study programs. These programs are organized into different groups called faculties or schools.
Science Programs
The Faculty of Sciences offers studies in many scientific fields.
- You can study Chemistry and Pharmacy.
- Learn about Physics, with a focus on Astronomy.
- Explore the world of Mathematics.
- Study Environmental Chemistry or Chemistry in Metal Extraction.
- Become a Chemical Analyst.
Humanities and Arts
The Faculty of Humanities focuses on subjects about people and culture.
- You can study Journalism to become a reporter.
- Learn about Psychology to understand how people think.
- Study English and become a teacher or a translator.
Law and Architecture
The university also has special schools for specific professions.
- The School of Law teaches students to become lawyers.
- The School of Architecture teaches students to design buildings. You can also get a master's degree in Architecture.
Marine Sciences
The Faculty of Marine Sciences is for students who want to learn about the ocean.
Business and Economics
The Faculty of Economics and Administration teaches about business and how money works.
Engineering and Geology
The Faculty of Engineering and Geological Sciences offers many engineering programs.
- You can study Geology.
- Learn about Computer and Information Engineering.
- Study Industrial Engineering.
- Explore Metallurgical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
- There are also programs for Environmental Engineering.
Civil Engineering and Construction
The Faculty of Engineering and Construction Sciences focuses on building and construction.
- You can study Construction Engineering.
- Learn about Civil Engineering.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad Católica del Norte para niños
- University homepage
