University of the Bío Bío facts for kids
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Universidad del Bio-Bio
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Heraldry University of Bio-Bio
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| Motto | La Universidad de la Región del Bío - Bío |
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Motto in English
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The University of the region of Bio - Bio |
| Type | Public |
| Established | April 9, 1947 |
| Rector | Dr. Benito Umaña Hermosilla |
| Students | 12,775 |
| Undergraduates | 12,441 |
| Postgraduates | 334 |
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36°49′20″S 73°0′45″W / 36.82222°S 73.01250°W |
| Campus | Campus Concepción (Concepción) Campus Fernando May (Chillán) Campus La Castilla (Chillán) |
| Colors | Blue Gray |
| Nickname | UBB |
| Website | www.ubiobio.cl (in spanish) |
The University of Biobío (its name in Spanish is Universidad del Biobío) is a public university in Chile. It is one of Chile's traditional universities.
This university has a long history. It started from the Technical University of the State (TUS) on April 9, 1947. It also grew from the Ñuble Campus of the University of Chile. Later, parts of these schools came together to form what is now known as UBB.
The university has campuses in two cities: Concepción and Chillán. It offers many different study programs. More than 12,000 students attend UBB. Also, nearly 70% of its teachers have advanced degrees like master's or PhDs.
What Can You Study?
The University of Biobío has six main areas of study, called faculties. Each faculty focuses on different subjects.
Architecture, Construction, and Design
This faculty teaches about designing buildings and cities. Students learn about construction, visual communication, and industrial design. They also study how to use wood in building. They work on new building materials and how to protect old buildings.
Sciences
Here, students learn basic science subjects. This includes natural sciences, exact sciences, and statistics. The faculty also helps teachers learn new things. It organizes a big science fair for kids and teens. This fair helps young people get excited about science.
Engineering
This faculty has departments for different types of engineering. These include electrical, electronic, wood, mechanical, civil, and industrial engineering. They focus on how things are made and how wood can be used in new ways.
Education and Humanities
This area focuses on training future teachers. It helps improve teaching skills. It also offers programs in social work and psychology. The faculty works on developing the region and its unique culture.
Health and Food Sciences
Students here learn about food science and technology. They study nutrition and community health. This faculty does research to improve food quality. They also help businesses with food production and quality control.
Business Administration
This faculty teaches about managing businesses and information. Students learn about accounting, finance, and taxes. They also study regional development and computer science. The goal is to help students become good business leaders.
Cool Projects and Research
The university works on many exciting projects. They get help from other groups to do this.
Research and Innovation Areas
- They study basic sciences.
- They create computer models for factories and services.
- They research wood and food science.
- They develop new building materials and technologies.
- They work on biotechnology and education.
Helping New Businesses
The university has a special program called a business incubator. This program helps people start new and creative businesses.
Specialized Centers and Labs
UBB has centers that focus on specific topics. These include:
- Urban and regional studies.
- Computer science and educational technology.
- Housing quality.
- Advanced materials (polymers).
They also have labs for testing materials, food quality, and automated systems. The university helps create better public policies and health programs. In 1998, they opened the High Technology Wood Center. This center helps the wood industry with new ideas.
Connecting with the World
The University of Biobío also shares its knowledge and culture with others.
Art and Culture
The university has an Extension Center in Chillán. It also has an art exhibition room in Concepción. They have artistic groups and a Music School. These groups put on shows and events for the community.
International Connections
UBB encourages its professors and students to travel and learn. They work with universities and science groups in other countries. The university has signed over 130 agreements. These links connect UBB with institutions all over the world, especially in Europe and America.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad del Bío-Bío para niños
