The country: Spain
Spain is a country that offers a multitude of options. It has a vast and exciting cultural, natural and gastronomic heritage. It is a place where you can wander around modern cities, and cities that will take you back in time to a different age. You will fall in love with its climate and its people.
Come and sample Spain's famous tapas or discover our haute cuisine. Marvel at the wildlife in its protected natural spaces, or enjoy your favourite outdoor sport. Go partying or shopping. Lounge on the beach or go skiing in the mountains. Whatever it is you like doing, you will find it here.
Immerse yourself in a culture with an ancient history. From the archaeological sites at Atapuerca in Burgos to the Alhambra in Granada, Spain is the country with the third-largest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Savour Spain's gastronomy, steeped in tradition and the avant-garde. Try some of the world's best wines and typical dishes such as paella and tapas in innovative restaurants and gastronomic markets. Let Spain cuisine captivate your taste buds.
Enjoy the sea, the sand and the sun. In Spain you will find beaches where you can relax and swim all year round. Lapped by the waters of the Mediterranean, the Cantabrian and the Atlantic, our beaches suit every possible taste.
The city: Granada
Take a stroll around a historical city that seems to have come straight out of A Thousand and One Nights. Almost eight centuries of Moorish presence have left a rich al-Andalús legacy. You will love the beautiful Alhambra and the Albaicín neighbourhood, both considered UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
There is an abundance of culture in the museums and art centres. You can enjoy spectacular flamenco performances in the Sacromonte caves and follow in the footsteps of illustrious maestros of Spanish literature and music like Federico García Lorca and Manuel de Falla.
You will enjoy wonderful sunsets from the lookout points and the cármenes, beautiful traditional Granada houses with gardens.
In the surrounding area there are extraordinary natural features like the Sierra Nevada, where you can ski with views of the Mediterranean. You can also take a dip on the beaches of Salobreña, Motril and Almuñécar in the heart of the Costa Tropical.
The Granada cuisine is a delicious blend of Mediterranean flavours with a Moorish legacy. Taste the renowned tapas, which are served alongside drinks, and which have become part of the city.
The friendly and hospitable character of the Andalusian will people make you feel right at home.
The University of Granada
The University of Granada was founded in 1526 by Emperor Charles V. In the beginning, the university only had four teachers and only the disciplines of Logic, Theology, Canon law and Grammar were taught.
Since then, our university has suffered numerous changes and evolved considerably, to the point where it has grown to become one of the best institutions of our time. Students at our university can profit of a wide range of degrees to study, cultural activities, sports facilities and many more.
Granada is known for any reasons, and our university for sure is one of them. During your time off in the city, do not hesitate to visit its several campuses where the arts are studied. Wander into the historical buildings of the Faculty of Law or the Faculty of Translation, both located at the heart of the city.
Aside from historical buildings, our university keeps up to date with its newest and most modern locations, such as the Health Sciences Technology Park (PTS) University Campus.
If you wish to learn more about our university and its history, do not miss out on these buildings and make sure to pay a visit to the Botanical Garden, founded in the year 1783 and still standing beautifully today.
The many campuses, faculties, and degrees our university offers make Granada an ideal destination for students that come from many places in and out of Spain. If you want to experience this university environment, be sure to discover the streets of Granada and the landmarks of the University of Granada.
The Spanish Committee for University Sports (Host NUSA)
The Spanish Committee for University Sports (CEDU) was created in 1988 by Order of December, 20, in development of Royal Decree 2069/1985, 9 October, on university sports competencies.
The CEDU is the collegiate assisting and advisory body, attached to the Presidency of the High Council of Sports for the best fulfilment of the functions envisaged under Article 4 of the Royal Decree 2069/1985, 9 October and also for supporting effective coordination assigned to the National Sports Council.
The Spanish Committee for University Sports has the following functions:
a) Submit to the National Sports Council the annual plan, including national and international sports competitions and sporting activities.
b) Provide technical advice to the National Sports Council on preparatory and follow-up actions required for the implementation and development of university sports competitions and activities that may correspond to High Council of Sports.
c) Prepare reports and opinions on university sports for their study and consideration by the National Sports Council.
d) Other instrumental functions that may be entrusted to the Spanish University Sports Committee by the National Sports Council