Information of interest. Students. University of Navarra
Information of interest to students
- SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
- SCHOOL SCIENCE
- SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION
- SCHOOL OF LAW
- SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
- SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND PSYCHOLOGY
- SCHOOL NURSING
- SCHOOL OF PHARMACY AND NUTRITION
- SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
- SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- SCHOOL ECCLESIASTICAL PHILOSOPHY
- ISSA SCHOOL OF APPLIED MANAGEMENT
- TECNUN. ENGINEERING SCHOOL
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Appropriations for activities
Throughout the degree program, the Degree student will be able to obtain a minimum of 6 optional ECTS credit , according to the Study program, by participating in some of the activities organized at the University and in the Colegios Mayores. These activities can be: cultural, sports, student representation, solidarity and cooperation, and academic activities of a professor nature.
subject of activity |
Maximum number of recognisable credits |
Maximum number of credits per course |
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ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES WITH CHARACTER PROFESSOR |
6 |
2* |
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CULTURAL |
6 |
2 |
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SPORTS |
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Sporting talent |
6 |
2 |
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Sports schools |
3 |
1 |
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STUDENT REPRESENTATION |
3 |
1 |
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SOLIDARITY AND COOPERATION |
3 |
1-3** |
*Except for ILCE courses, which may recognize 6 ECTS credit in an academic year.
**3 ECTS credit, in international cooperation programs.
What is the process to obtain the credits?
After completing the corresponding activity, the student will receive the certificate from the Service, Center or high school Mayor that organizes it and may apply for the recognition of credits by submitting a written request, together with the certificate, through miUNAVmanagement academicmanagement ). After the written request is approved, the student will have to formalize the payment of the corresponding credits.
The following are the activities approved for all Degree students of the University or of several centers. To know the specifics of each center, please contact each School or School.
ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES WITH CHARACTER PROFESSOR
Focused course programs of study about women
Organized by: School of Philosophy and Letters
2 ECTS credit
Advanced training courses in data sciences and artificial intelligence
Organized by: Institute of data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DATAI). Attached to the School of Engineering (TECNUN).
2 ECTS credit
Spanish courses
Organized by: Institute of Spanish language and Culture (ILCE). School of Philosophy and Letters.
Maximum 6 ECTS credit per course
UNMUN model UNITED NATIONS
The problems of diplomacy, Economics and social policies are discussed following the protocols of the United Nations. Aimed at students of the School of Law, School of Philosophy and Letters, and School of Economics and Business Administration mainly (1 ECTS credit).
SUSTAINABILITY CLUB
The Sustainability Club was created with the mission statement to promote learning and encourage work towards sustainability at the University of Navarra. It is committed to integral sustainability, based on the conservation and improvement of the environment, taking into account the welfare of society and ensuring a solid economic future. Aimed at students from all centers (1 ECTS credit).
INNOVATION CLUB
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club of the University of Navarra. Aimed at students from all centers (1 ECTS credit).
BRANDING AND INNOVATION CLUB
A space that complements professional training and staff with challenges, workshops and talks with industry professionals. Aimed at students from all centers (1 ECTS credit).
TECNUN E-RACING
Tecnun eRacing is the team of the University of Navarra that participates in the international Formula Student competition. In this competition, different universities around the world present the cars designed and built by their teams, and are test in different modalities that evaluate the result the work and effort of each team. At Tecnun eRacing we value and encourage work and effort, and all areas of the team work together with the goal of designing and building the best car possible. Aimed at students of TECNUN, the School of Communication and the School of Economics and Business (1 ECTS credit).
COE congress of STUDENT ONCOLOGY
congress to learn all about cancer research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care from a scientific, human and social perspective. Aimed at students of biomedical Schools . Open to students of these Schools from all over the world (1 ECTS credit).
INTERACTIVE STUDENT SURGERYconference (JOICE)
conference to enrich the surgical knowledge obtained in the Degree. Aimed at students, physicians and residents of the School of Medicine and the Clínica Universidad de Navarra 1 ECTS credit).
BALMIS & ZENDAL CONGRESS
congress that seeks to awaken interest in research in development cooperation and offers opportunities for international volunteer activities . Aimed at students from all schools (1 ECTS credit).
FORUN (University of Navarra)
For belonging to the organizing committee of the congress: 1 ECTS credit per academic year.
For participation in the congress: students may receive 1 ECTS credit for their participation in the congress as long as the poster or video has a favorable report from the group director and the evaluators of the scientific committee , and the student attends the congress.
The Vice-rectorate for Students will issue a certificate stating that the student is eligible for the credit .
Fast Track Innovation
The issue of ECTS credit recognized will depend on the student's dedication. 1 ECTS credit = 25 hours of dedication.
(Maximum 2 ECTS credit per course and 6 ECTS credit in the transcript).
The Challenge
If you participate in The Challenge it means you want to improve the world. In this competition, you will solve different challenges together with your classmates, you will learn the Lombard methodology used in Silicon Valley and you will be able to solve any problem (1 ECTS credit).
Innovation Club
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club of the University of Navarra. Aimed at students from all centers (1 ECTS credit).
Student Innovation Team
The Student Innovation Team is a team of students from all the Schools and Schools of the University of Navarra who collaborate with the Innovation Factory to develop their entrepreneurial potential. They participate in the day-to-day running of the center, manage multiple activities and promote the Innovation Club, the University's Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club (1 ECTS credit).
Leadership as service
The "Servant Leadership" program aims to foster the acquisition of the following virtues that enable and lead to manager leadership: sense of purpose, prudence, humility, resilience, integrity, gratitude and service (1 ECTS credit).
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES OFFICE
Symphony orchestra
Maximum 6 ECTS credit
Part of the Artistic Talent Programme
University choir
Maximum 6 ECTS credit
Part of the Artistic Talent Programme
Theatre training plan
Maximum 6 ECTS credit
Part of the Artistic Talent Programme
Musical performance workshop
1 ECTS credit per academic year up to a maximum of 6 ETCS OP on the Degree course.
The workshop combines the teaching of theatrical performance technique with that of the technique board member and singing as well as body movement and dance. Directed and taught by Javier Muñoz, Jana Producciones.
Creative Hub
Further information
University Meetings
Organized by: Alumni College
1 ECTS credit
conference University of the Pyrenees (JUP)
Organized by: CM Belagua, CM Ayete and CM Mendaur.
1 ECTS credit
Pamplona History Workshop
Organized by: CM Larraona
1 ECTS credit
Ecology and Environment Workshop
Organized by: CM Larraona
1 ECTS credit
workshop"Another economic model is possible".
Organized by: CM Larraona
1 ECTS credit
SPORTING ACTIVITIES
Students of the University of Navarra who are members of its competition teams (CD) or federated in other teams of the Comunidad Foral.
Have been admitted to the program
attend the program sessions
Continuity and benefit from the program
Follow-up of the development staff (coach)
2 ECTS credit per course
More information about the program
Actívate, Badminton, Dance, Fencing, Women's Soccer, Hapkido, Karate, Kendo, Kick Boxing, Paddle Tennis, Rugby, Squash, Taekwondo, Tennis, Archery, Olympic Shooting, Triathlon and Volleyball.
Belonging to one of the university's sports schools
attend all (or most) practices and games
Follow-up with the development staff (coach)
Continuity and achievement
(1 ECTS credit per course).
STUDENT REPRESENTATION ACTIVITIES
3 ECTS credit (1 per course)
Receive the specific training indicated by each School
report (with the approval of the course coordinator and the advisor) presented to the administrative office of the Center where the student indicates the objectives set out in the course committee , the goals achieved and his/her role in the course.
In the event that the same student is a committee member for more than 1 year, 1 ECTS credit (maximum of 3 ECTS credit) will be granted for each course, if the required conditions of participation and training in each course are met.
SOLIDARITY AND COOPERATION ACTIVITIES
volunteer activities of proximity
1 ECTS credit per course
development cooperation
One month of volunteer activities + cooperation course (3 ECTS credit).
TANTAKA Ambassador
The Tantaka Ambassadors network is a project whose mission statement is to make solidarity reach all corners of the campus. The ambassadors are available to students from all Schools for consultations, suggestions and information about volunteer activities and new projects (3 ECTS credit).
Internationalcommittee
Performing the tasks entrusted by the International Office: planning and development of welcome and farewell conference , cultural trips, training and cultural events.
attendance to periodical planning meetings.
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approval of the Service director (1 ECTS credit per academic year).
COVID INSURANCE19
University students can take out insurance against Covid 19. The health attendance will take place at Clínica Universidad de Navarra.
IN CASE OF COMMON ILLNESS
The student will be able to be treated in health centres or public hospitals (you must present the card Individual Health Insurance or the card European Health Insurance). If you have private health insurance, you can go to the centres that your policy specifies.
IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
School Insurance National Social Security Institute
Accident insurance Mapfre (policy information) / download the accident report form
CONTINUITY INSURANCE PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Insurance to guarantee the university programs of study in case of death/absolute permanent disability of the insured parents. Consult here the details of the insurance policy (Allianz).
TRAVEL INSURANCE
For academic or professional travel related to the University of Navarra. Information about travel insurance and contracting insurance.
DINING
As an international student, we hope you will come understand and hopefully take to heart the fact that Spaniards are the quintessential foodie. If this trip doesn't turn you into one, we will be very much surprised. This page will help you navigate your way through some of the local mealtimes and places to eat on and off campus.To start the Spanish lifestyle revolves around meal times.
Most Spanish days follow this schedule:
7.00 h. Breakfast normally consists in a piece of toast, and one or txo basics cookies with café con leche (coffee with milk).
10.30 h. This mini meal is meant to help carry you over to lunch. It normally consist in a tortilla de patatas (egg omelet), or a pasrty with café con leche.
13.30 / 15.00 h. In Spain it is customary to have 2 hour lunch with friends or family. The reason why that is so long is because in Spain lunch is the largest meal of the day. It normally consist of 2 dishes and a desert with a coffee or tea. Nut if you in the mood for just a quick bite there are such options available as well.
18.00 h. As is evident, spaniards love to snack. This time, snacks normally consist in pastries. It is hard to find anything that isn't sweet for thid afternoon break.
21.00 h. Dinner consists in whatever you find in the house if you're staying in. But if you are going out, expect lots of pintxo bars where you can find some of the best food in town.
Grocery stores
There are many different supermarket chains in Pamplona, such as: Eroski, Caprabo, BM, Día, Lidl, and Aldi. These are the smaller supermarkets that can easily be found in every part of town.
For big shopping trips to find items that the smaller supermarkets do not have, we recommend that you go to either the Carrefour (walking distance from the university), E.LeClerc (take the bus line 11 to the La Morea mall. The supermarket is inside the mall) or El Corte Inglés (walking distance from the university. Can be reached by the bus line 4). El Corte Inglés is also a very popular department store chain in Spain where you can do a lot of clothes/appliance/electronics shopping.
A helpful tip to help you save money in supermarkets is to trust the "white label". A white label is the store brand that a supermarket offers, and each supermarket has their own unique name for their store brand. These items are much cheaper than the branded products in the supermarket and are just as good.
These are the Spanish equivalent of a convenience store and can be found all over Spain. Since the owners of these stores are usually Chinese, many people go to Alimentaciones to buy mostly Asian ingredients that cannot be found in Spanish supermarkets. It is for this reason these stores are affectionately called "chinos". Most supermarkets and groceries in Spain do not carry a large international section. Some of the more popular ones can be found on Calle Iturrama, the area where most students live.
A "chino" can also refer to the wholesale stores that can be found all over Spain. These are stores that offer everything from bed sheets, to school supplies, to kitchenware. Anything that you might need for your stay in Pamplona can be found in these stores at an affordable price. They can easily be found in every area of Pamplona. Some of the biggest ones are Bazar del Parque. Asia City, and Cris Gran Casa.
Sometimes when you want the freshest food, you won't find it in a supermarket, but in a specialty store. Going to fruit stores, butchers, fishmongers, and bakeries will give you better quality and variety of products than your nearest supermarket, and you can pick exactly what you want in the quantity that you want.
There are 2 weekend markets in Pamplona that we believe are worth mentioning.
- Mercadillo Landaben - This happens every Sunday morning except for the months of July and August. It is an open air market where you can buy fresh and local fruit, vegetables, cured meats, wines, liquors, flowers, clothes, tools, and many other things. The quality and price of what you find here cannot be beat by any supermarket, since the sellers are the usually the farmers/producers themselves. The market is located a little bit outside of town, so the fastest way to get to and from the market is to take a taxi or simply walk (it is only a 30 minute walk from the university), because while the buses can take you near to the market, they do not take you directly there.
- Mercadillo de las Buenas Pulgas - This is an antique flea market that happens every Saturday morning from 8:00 - 14:00. This flea market brings antique dealers from all over Navarra to the place San Jose in the old part of town, right beside the cathedral. They sell everything from old comic books to World War II memorabilia.
BANKS AND PHONES
To help you with all your everyday needs while you are in Pamplona, here is a quick guide to everything that will make your stay here more convenient and enjoyable. We have linked the locations of some of these places of interest, however there are many more that do not appear here but can easily be found by asking any person for directions.
If you are staying for more than one semester, you may need to open a bank account.
You can choose the bank of your choice. There are two banks that offer special conditions for university students: Banco Santander and N26and Money Jar(ESP, ENG). The office of the Banco de Santander at the intersection of Avenida Pio XII and Calle La Rioja, 2 will let you open an account with just your passport, although once you have your TIE you will need to provide it.
If you already have legal residency in Spain through at TIE or a certificate de Ciudadano de la Unión Europea you can also look into other banks in the University area such as:
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BBVA
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La Caixa
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Bankia
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Banco Popular
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Sabadell
Many students bring their phones from home with them. If you wish to continue to use your phone make sure it is unlocked so that you can get a SIM from a phone company here in Spain.
There are two options for students who wish to do this. First you can get a pay as you go card where you can put in money in or if you have a card de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE) you can apply for a contract. Please note that the contracts last for 18 months.
The pay as you go option is generally the most popular among students. You can add as little or as much as you want from 5 euros to more. You don't need a bank account for this option and you can top up your phone at grocery stores, online, phone shops, and tobacco shops. Additionally, you can set up internet on pay as you go phones.
This is option is really important to keep in mind because in Spain, the main form of communication is through WhatsApp. It is far more widely used than texting. This can also be used internationally to connect with friends and family.
Companies in located near the campus are:
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Vodafone
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Movistar
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Yoigo
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Orange
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MoreMobile
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Among others.
When making international calls make sure to keep in mind that the international access code 00 and that the Spain country code is 34.
Pamplona is a rare commodity. One of its distinguishing factors is the fact that it is easily walkable.
As we have come to know, mobile phones are important and to cut the cost of roaming many students look to buy a temporary phone. In order to get a phone students need to make sure to have their international identity card. For more information, please contact the International Relations Office.
Arriving in Pamplona
The only train stop in Pamplona is called Pamplona/Iruña. "Iruña" is the name of the city in Basque. When you arrive, we recommend that you take a taxi to your destination instead of taking the bus.
Travelling from Pamplona
The train station in Pamplona can only be reached by taxi or by taking the bus line 9 (towards RENFE). It is not necessary to be at a train station an hour before you are scheduled to depart. However, for larger train stations like in Madrid or Barcelona, it would be a good idea to be there at least 30 minutes before your departure.
Buying Train tickets Online
You can buy tickets from the website. If you do not have access to a printer, you can keep the QR code of your ticket on your mobile phone to be scanned at the train station, or you can go to the ticket machines at the train station before you depart and print your ticket. Some journeys are marked as "Con transbordo" which means that you will have to transfer trains at some point in your journey.
Buying Train tickets Online
You can buy tickets from the website. If you do not have access to a printer, you can keep the QR code of your ticket on your mobile phone to be scanned at the train station, or you can go to the ticket machines at the train station before you depart and print your ticket. Some journeys are marked as"Con Transbordo" which means that you will have to transfer trains at some point in your journey.
The different ticket types:
- Turista - Similar to the economy class of airplanes, the basic fare.
- Turista Plus - This class offers more legroom than the Turista.
- Preferente - Similar to the business class of airplanes. These are the most comfortable seats on the train.
BUS
However, if you find yourself tired or caught in the rain, you might want to catch the local bus (known as the Villavesa). The bus fare can either be paid in change or by card. The normal fare is 1.30€ for one trip. But to save money, many locals and students get a rechargeable bus card. The bus card can be found in any "estanco"/ tobacco shop. The minimum amount to charge the card is 5€.
Long distance travel
To go to the local beach in San Sebastian, travel to Madrid or anywhere else in Spain, an economic option is to take the bus.