University of the Basque Country, Public university in Leioa, Spain
The University of the Basque Country is a public institution with three main campuses located in Bizkaia, Gipuzkoa, and Álava. It offers around 78 different degree programs and maintains libraries, laboratories, and research facilities across all locations.
The institution was founded in 1980 and grew from earlier educational centers, including the Faculty of Economic Sciences at Sarriko established in 1955. This foundation evolved into the multi-campus university it is today.
The university teaches in both Spanish and Basque, keeping the regional language alive in everyday academic life. Students experience this bilingual setting as a natural part of their daily studies and campus interactions.
Visitors and students have access to extensive research facilities, libraries, and laboratories across all three locations. Housing assistance and support services are distributed throughout the different campuses to meet daily needs.
The university conducts a significant share of basic research in the Basque Country and operates research centers across multiple scientific fields. This intense research activity makes it a major driver of scientific development in the region.
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