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Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture

The UAX Bachelor of Architecture prepares you to lead architectural projects with a modern and practical vision. With an up-to-date curriculum and advanced technology, you will learn design, construction techniques and sustainable planning, integrating accessibility and energy efficiency for positive social impact. + Qualifying Master's Degree in Architecture

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40% aid until 30 April
Start September
Length Credits 5 years / 300 ECTS
Modality Campus-based
Campus Villanueva de la Cañada
Faculty School of Engineering, Architecture and Design

Why study Fundamentals of Architecture at UAX?

Because it provides you with a solid foundation in design, construction and architectural thinking, combining creativity, technique and spatial vision to develop projects with meaning, functionality and aesthetic value.

15000 GRADUATE STUDENTS

We accompany a generation of leaders who are already changing the world.

99 % EMPLOYABILITY

99% of our students are employed at the end of their degree.

1000 CONVENTIONS

With leading companies in the sector.

90 % ACTIVE TEACHERS

This offers the student a training that is closer to professional reality.

100 REAL PROJECTS

Of our students with companies.

What will you learn in Fundamentals of Architecture?

The UAX Bachelor's Degree in Foundations of Architecture is the gateway to the world of architecture and urban design. At UAX we like to consider Architecture as a multipurpose discipline: a symbiosis between art and science, between aesthetics and technique, which encompasses the consideration of the entire environment surrounding human life.

You will have at your disposal a faculty made up of more than 95% of professionals working in companies such as SACYR, or the College of Architects of Madrid, as well as a Pritzker Prize and a RIBA Gold Medal.

All of this at our Villanueva de la Cañada campus, with more than 25,000m2 of specialised laboratories such as the FabLab with virtual reality areas, 3D printers and coworking areas, among others.

  • Design the future: Create sustainable cities, preserve heritage and design spaces that improve people's lives.
  • Practical training: Work on real projects with SACYR, Avanade or Luis Vidal + Architects, and leave with a professional portfolio that will boost your CV.
  • Boost your soft skills: Get certified in communication, leadership and entrepreneurship with UAX Skill School.
  • Experience global architecture: Enjoy international experiences in Japan, USA or other leading universities.
  • Take the next step: Complete your training with the Qualifying Master in Architecture and practice as an architect with full legal capacity.

You will obtain official Autodesk certifications in BIM methodologies, issued by MSI Digital Builders, with international recognition.

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UAX MAKERS

Architecture students participate in innovation projects with students from other degrees and professionals from leading companies with the aim of facing real challenges as they will do tomorrow.

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Diseño del campus

Análisis topográfico y urbano del entorno del campus de Chamberí con la Guía de Arquitectura del COAM como referencia.

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Campus sostenible

Proyecto de Campus Sostenible UAX Málaga con el estudio de Arquitectura de Luis Vidal Arquitectos.

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Rediseñando Colmenar Viejo

Los estudiantes de arquitectura participan en el rediseño de una plaza pública junto al ayuntamiento de Colmenar Viejo

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Virtual Twin

Developing a virtual twin of the Villanueva de la Cañada Campus.

Information about the Bachelor of Architecture

Hear first-hand about the experiences of companies and students, be inspired by the creativity and ingenuity of our maker projects and discover what life is like on our campus, full of activities and events for all tastes.

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UAX Fab Lab

An innovative digital fabrication workshop aimed at expanding the learning of architecture, engineering and design students. Find out more

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Sports Facilities

25 indoor and outdoor sports facilities for practicing more than 20 different sports. Find out more

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UAX Digital Garage

A further step in the training of 360° engineers Find out more

Professional staff

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Juan Luis Jarillo Gómez

Profesor del Grado

Doctor en Derecho por la U.C.M, especialista en Derecho Civil, con más de 25 años de experiencia docente. Abogado en ejercicio del ICAM. Autor de diferente obras de su especialidad y director de varias Tesis Doctorales.

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Esther Pérez Arellano

Director of the Construction Area

PhD in Civil Engineering from the Alfonso X el Sabio University. Her main area of specialisation is related to Environmental Engineering. She has participated in different lines of research, as an associate researcher in collaboration with the Alfonso X el Sabio Foundation.

Become the architect who integrates technology and creativity

We have met with over 50 leading firms to understand their needs and create an Architecture education offer that ensures the employability and success of all our students at a crucial stage.

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Experience

Real projects with companies. You will work on innovation projects such as the "Landscape Itineraries" in collaboration with COAM.

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Digital certificates

Get certified with MSI Digital Builders in the most demanded BIM tools in the sector. Master Revit and Navisworks and excel in architectural design with innovation and precision.

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Skills

UAX Skill School. You will be trained in analytical thinking, disruptive thinking, leadership, ethics and storytelling.

Scholarships and Grants to study at UAX

We know that studying is an investment. That's why we want to eliminate economic barriers and make it easy for you. Fill in the form and discover, with the help of our advisors, the scholarships, agreements and personalised grants that best suit your situation.

Becas para estudiantes con discapacidad

Comunidad de Madrid

Ayudas para alumnos con discapacidad igual o superior al 33% que cursen estudios en las universidades o centros superiores de enseñanzas artísticas de la Comunidad de Madrid.

Bases legales

Becas MEC

Ministerio de Educación, Formación Profesional y Deportes

Conoce la información sobre las becas y ayudas convocadas por el ministerio de educación, formación profesional y deporte, según los diferentes tipos y niveles de enseñanza.

Bases legales

Becas Santander

Atracción al Talento Investigador Predoctoral

Apoyo financiero para estudiantes sobresalientes que quieran desarrollar investigaciones innovadoras y contribuir al avance del conocimiento en sus disciplinas.

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Ayuda por pronta matrícula

Si ya has decidido dar el paso, formaliza tu matrícula con antelación y benefíciate de una ayuda directa. Una forma de premiar tu compromiso y planificar tu futuro con ventaja.

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Becas OEI

Estudiantes de Iberoamérica

Programa dirigido a ciudadanos iberoamericanos o extranjeros con residencia legal en países de influencia de la OEI. La beca cubre un 50% de descuento sobre el coste total de docencia.

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Becas Senescyt

Estudiantes de Ecuador

Programa dirigido a ciudadanos con nacionalidad y/o residencia ecuatoriana que deseen realizar una maestría en línea en España. La beca cubre un 50% de descuento sobre el coste total de docencia.

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Becas Santander | Complemento de Prácticas

2025 II Edición

Ayudas para estudiantes de FP de grado superior, grado, posgrado o máster matriculados en universidades españolas con convenio Santander. Un complemento económico para apoyarte durante la realización de tus prácticas profesionales.

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Ayuda para antiguos estudiantes UAX

Si te graduaste en UAX y ahora estás pensando en cursar una nueva titulación, queremos seguir acompañándote. Por eso te ofrecemos una ayuda del 10% sobre el importe de docencia.

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Ayuda al estudio familiares de estudiantes UAX

Si tienes un familiar directo (hasta 2º grado) matriculado en UAX, puedes beneficiarte de una ayuda del 5% sobre el importe de docencia. Porque estudiar en familia es aún mejor.

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Ayuda por simultaneidad de estudios

Estudiar dos titulaciones a la vez es un reto, y queremos apoyarte. Si ya estás en UAX y te matriculas en una segunda carrera, contarás con una ayuda sobre tu reserva y matrícula.

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Ayuda por continuidad de estudios

Si quieres seguir formándote con nosotros y pasar de Ciclos Formativos a Grado, de Grado a Grado o de Grado a Postgrado, apostamos por ti con una ayuda de hasta el 25% sobre la docencia.

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Becas de excelencia

Si tienes un buen expediente académico, queremos reconocer tu talento con una beca pensada para estudiantes de nuevo ingreso. (Excluye grado en Medicina).

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Ayuda para deportistas de élite

Si eres deportista de alto rendimiento, en UAX queremos ayudarte a compaginar tu pasión con tus estudios. Te ofrecemos ayudas específicas que pueden llegar hasta el 50% del importe de tu matrícula.

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Recognised for boosting your professional future

The rankings place UAX among the best universities in Spain for its employability, innovation and training model connected to the reality of work.

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Leader in Employability

Forbes List

Forbes ranks UAX as the private university with the most graduates working in its area (nearly 90%), thanks to a unique educational model firmly linked to the labour market through more than 8,800 agreements with companies.

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Nº1 in Job Placement

U-Ranking

The prestigious ranking of the BBVA Foundation and the IVIE recognises us as the university with the best job placement in Spain 2023, consolidating our model focused on the real employability of our graduates.

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Nº1 Private University

Coordinates Institute

The Coordenadas Institute of Governance and Applied Economics places UAX as the private university of reference in Madrid, highlighting our practical training model aligned with the reality of the market.

Degree in Fundamentals of Architecture - UAX

Calificación de Excelencia

QS Stars

UAX obtiene la máxima calificación de 5 estrellas y la insignia general "Excelente" en Empleabilidad, Docencia, Desarrollo Académico, Instalaciones, Enseñanza Online y Buen Gobierno en el prestigioso rating internacional QS Stars.

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Innovation Leader

Ranking El Confidencial 2025

UAX is recognised as the second most innovative university in Spain, the only private university among the top three in the ranking. This recognition highlights our transversal commitment to AI and training in sustainability.

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Referentes en IA Generativa

Lista Forbes 2025

Según la Lista Forbes 2025, UAX se sitúa en el TOP 2 Universidades españolas referentes en la adopción de IA Generativa en la formación de sus estudiantes, desarrollando herramientas y modelos de aprendizaje innovadores alineados con la evolución tecnológica.

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