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CEU Cardenal Herrera University
Seal of CEU Cardenal Herrera University
Former names	Centro Universitario San Pablo affiliated to the University of Valencia, University of Alicante and to the Polytechnic University of Valencia (1969–1999) Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera (1999–)
Type	Private
Established	1970
Chancellor	Vicente Navarro de Luján
Academic staff	1,222
Students	9,250
Undergraduates	8,198
Postgraduates	1,052
Location	Valencia , Spain
Campus	Valencia, Castellón and Elche
Newspaper	El Rotativo
Affiliations	CEU Foundation EHEA Erasmus Programme Karolinska Institutet

CEU Cardenal Herrera University (in Spanish: Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera) is a private university in the Valencian Community, Spain. It is part of the CEU Foundation, a large private education group. This university was the first private Law school in Valencia. It has been connected to the University of Valencia and Polytechnic University of Valencia since the early 1970s. The university got its current name in 1999.

CEU Cardenal Herrera University offers many different study programs. These include degrees in English, French, and Spanish. It has three modern campuses in Alfara del Patriarca (near Valencia), Elche (Alicante), and Castellón. Over 9,250 students from all over the world study here. About 35% of its students come from other countries. This makes it a very international place to learn!

Some international rankings have placed CEU Cardenal Herrera University among the top private universities in Spain. For example, the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) once ranked it as the second-best private university in Spain for research. Also, U-Multirank, a global university ranking, placed CEU-UCH among the top European universities for its involvement with local areas, scientific work, and international focus.

About the University
- What You Can Study
- Advanced Studies
Campus Life
- Student Activities
Research and Innovation
- Research Areas by Faculty
Famous People
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About the University

The university is managed by the San Pablo CEU University Foundation. This foundation is the largest private education group in Spain. It also runs two other universities in Madrid and Barcelona. Plus, it manages many primary and secondary schools.

The history of CEU Cardenal Herrera University goes back to 1971. That's when the first private Law school was opened in Valencia. The university officially became "University CEU Cardenal Herrera" in 1999. The Foundation started its work in Valencia in 1971 and in Elche in 1994. The government of the Valencian Community approved its creation.

The university is part of the European Higher Education Area. This means it follows a system that helps students move easily between universities in Europe. It also has a program called "Platon" with Harvard University. This program helps students with tutoring and continuous learning.

What You Can Study

CEU Cardenal Herrera University has five main faculties, which are like different schools for specific subjects:

Faculty of Health Sciences: Here you can study subjects like Physiotherapy, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Medicine.
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine: This is where you can get a degree in Veterinary Medicine to work with animals.
Faculty of Law, Business and Political Science: This faculty offers degrees in Law, Political Science, Marketing, and Business Administration.
Faculty of Humanities and Communication Sciences: You can study Journalism, Advertising, Audiovisual Communication, Sports, and Education here.
Technical School of Design, Architecture and Engineering (ESET): This school offers degrees in Architecture and Industrial Design.

Advanced Studies

The university also offers many Master's degrees. These are advanced programs you can take after finishing your first degree. They help students become experts in specific fields. Some examples include:

Master in Communication and Digital Branding
Master's Degree in Creative Advertising and Branding
Master's Degree in Teacher Education
Master's Degree in Marketing
Master in Finance
Master's Degree in Clinical Practice Management and Veterinary Centers
Master in Sustainable Architectural Design
Master's Degree in Management and Project Management
Master in Pharmaceutical Care
Master's Degree in Neurorehabilitation

Campus Life

CEU Cardenal Herrera University has three campuses. They are located in Alfara del Patriarca (near Valencia), Elche, and Castellón. The main campus in Alfara del Patriarca has the central library and the International Relations Office. This campus is easy to reach from Valencia city center by metro and bus.

The university's central library is a huge building, about 5,000 square meters. It can hold up to 700 students. It has computer labs, group study rooms, and research rooms. You can also find audiovisual and internet resources there.

Medical students often study at a new medical school building in Castellón de la Plana. This town is about an hour from Valencia and is close to the popular beach resort of Benicàssim. Castellón has a large university hospital where students can gain practical experience.

Student Activities

Around 10,000 students attend the university. Many come from different parts of Spain, like Valencia, Murcia, Majorca, Ibiza, and Albacete. Each year, about 700 students from other countries also come to study. Many more join through exchange programs like Erasmus.

The university has special facilities for students to get hands-on training. These include:

A Media Production and Multimedia Center with TV studios, radio, and photography equipment.
A Veterinary Hospital, which is well-known in the Valencia area.
A Zoological Faculty with different types of farm animals.
A University Dental Clinic for patient care.
Labs for basic medical sciences and simulated clinical practice.
A large Central Library with over 100,000 books.

CEU Cardenal Herrera University also publishes a monthly newspaper called The Rotary Diary. It has its own radio station, Radio CEU, which broadcasts for 12 hours daily. There's also a media company called CEUMedia with its own TV channel. These are all run by students from the Faculty of Humanities and Communication Sciences.

Students can join many social and sports groups. There's an Erasmus-support group for international students. Each school has a Tuna, which is a traditional Spanish band that competes in national contests. There's also CEU Theatre for those interested in acting.

For sports, the university offers aerobics, gym, yoga, tennis, diving, tai chi, and more. For team sports, there are male and female teams for basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Students can also play chess and table-tennis. The university often hosts sports competitions, like golf, football, and volleyball tournaments.

The university offers Summer University courses in June and July. It also has Spanish language courses to help international students learn Spanish. The International Office helps foreign students with everything they need, from studying to finding a place to live.

Research and Innovation

CEU Cardenal Herrera University is involved in many research projects. These projects often work with the local government, Generalitat Valenciana. Some research areas include studying diseases like leukemia and diabetes, designing new medicines, and looking at media on the Internet.

The university has two research institutes:

The IDIT (Institute of Design, Innovation and Technology)
The IDEA (Institute for Environmental Law and Ethics)

In 2013, CEU-UCH also started a partnership with Karolinska Institutet from Sweden for student exchange and research.

Research Areas by Faculty

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine: Research on animal health, food safety, and animal behavior.
Faculty of Health Sciences: Research on new medicines, cancer, brain damage, and dental health. The CEU Dentistry Clinic has advanced technology for patient care and training.
Faculty of Humanities and Communication Sciences: Research on communication, environmental awareness, and digital media.
Technical School of Design, Architecture and Engineering (ESET): Research in areas like robotics and biomedical engineering. Students from ESET have participated in major international competitions like the Solar Decathlon and the Eco-marathon. The Solar Decathlon challenges teams to build energy-efficient solar-powered houses. The Eco-Marathon focuses on building vehicles with the best possible fuel efficiency.
Faculty of Law, Business and Political Science: Research on cooperation, democracy, climate change, and human rights.

Famous People

Many interesting people have studied or taught at CEU Cardenal Herrera University.

Notable Alumni

Some famous former students include:

María José Catalá: A Spanish politician.
Santos González: A professional road bicycle racer who won national championships.
Ana Milán: A Spanish actress and model known for her roles in TV series.
Máxim Huerta: A TV host.

Notable Professors

Some well-known professors include:

Manuel Zaera: An Industrial engineering and Architecture teacher who also worked at the European Space Agency.
Santiago Vega: The current Chancellor of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
Joaquín Ruiz: An audiovisual professor who won an award for his documentary "Calle Real 70" at a film festival in New York.

Honorary Doctors

The university has also given honorary doctorates to several important people. This is a special award given to people who have achieved great things.

Valentín Fuster: A famous Spanish cardiologist. He is the only cardiologist to receive the highest awards from the world's four major cardiovascular organizations.
Jose Maria Aznar: He served as the Prime Minister of Spain from 1996 to 2004.
Antonio Cañizares Llovera: A Spanish Cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church.
Nora Volkow: She is the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) in the United States. She is also the great-granddaughter of the Russian revolutionary, Leon Trotsky.
Joaquín Navarro-Valls: He was the Director of the Holy See Press Office (Vatican Press Office) for many years.
Bishop Carlos Belo: A bishop from East Timor who received the 1996 Nobel Peace Prize for his work towards peace in his country.
Stanley G. Payne: A historian who specializes in modern Spain.
Andrea Riccardi: The founder of the Community of Sant'Egidio, a Christian community focused on helping others.
Stanley B. Prusiner: An American neurologist and biochemist. He won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1997 for his work on prions, which are related to diseases like "mad cow disease."