A commitment to internationalization
Education, research, and engagement with our region—connected to the world. Choose your profile and explore opportunities tailored to you.
Why internationalization at UCN
At UCN, internationalization is a strategic process that integrates a global dimension into education, research, and engagement with society, strengthening academic quality and projecting the knowledge created in northern Chile into international networks and communities.
As a border university between the Atacama Desert and the Pacific Ocean, UCN drives internationalization that connects local knowledge with global challenges, contributing to sustainable development in the region and to scientific and cultural dialogue worldwide.
Education and students
Integrate a global perspective into programs, skills, and pathways that strengthen graduate profiles with an international outlook.
Research and excellence
Project knowledge from the north into collaboration, networks, and rigorous academic standards.
Engagement with the region
Connect community, sustainability, and local impact with global opportunities and challenges.
Calendar and calls
Check the SIVRIDT academic calendar and key application dates.
Real experiences
Voices from the UCN community: exchange, programs, research, and support from DRI.
“A unique experience that opened the world for me and expanded my network.”
Ingeniería Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“A deeply enriching experience both personally and professionally.”
Ingeniería en Información y Control de Gestión · UCN Coquimbo
“I met different cultures and built friendships I still keep today.”
Psicología · UCN Antofagasta
“A beautiful, enriching cultural exchange. Highly recommended.”
Ingeniería Civil · UCN Antofagasta
“I learned to work in teams with members from different cultures.”
Derecho Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“English was an opportunity rather than a barrier.”
Pedagogía en Matemática en Educación Media · UCN
“A unique experience that opened the world for me and expanded my network.”
Ingeniería Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“A deeply enriching experience both personally and professionally.”
Ingeniería en Información y Control de Gestión · UCN Coquimbo
“I met different cultures and built friendships I still keep today.”
Psicología · UCN Antofagasta
“A beautiful, enriching cultural exchange. Highly recommended.”
Ingeniería Civil · UCN Antofagasta
“I learned to work in teams with members from different cultures.”
Derecho Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“English was an opportunity rather than a barrier.”
Pedagogía en Matemática en Educación Media · UCN
“A unique experience that opened the world for me and expanded my network.”
Ingeniería Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“A deeply enriching experience both personally and professionally.”
Ingeniería en Información y Control de Gestión · UCN Coquimbo
“I met different cultures and built friendships I still keep today.”
Psicología · UCN Antofagasta
“A beautiful, enriching cultural exchange. Highly recommended.”
Ingeniería Civil · UCN Antofagasta
“I learned to work in teams with members from different cultures.”
Derecho Comercial · UCN Coquimbo
“English was an opportunity rather than a barrier.”
Pedagogía en Matemática en Educación Media · UCN
Common questions
Quick answers on mobility, agreements, applications, and contacting the Office of International Relations.
Connected with the World
More than 300 international agreements to boost your academic and professional development.
Where do you want to go?
Featured Programs
Special initiatives and unique opportunities for your international development.
Relevant news
Calls, partnerships, and internationalization highlights.
ResearchUCN–U. de los Andes collaborative project awarded Conecta I+D fund to advance early detection of neurodevelopmental disorders
The NeurodEVs initiative aims to develop a biomarker panel for early detection of neurodevelopmental disorders, integrating academic, clinical and data science research.
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RecognitionUCN marine biologist received the Ocean Stewardship Award
Emilia Ra'a Palma Tuki was recognized for her outstanding work in ocean conservation, science communication and cultural heritage advocacy in Chilean Polynesia.
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ScienceCEAZA and UCN scientists advance in creating sustainable fish feed from fishing by-products in the Coquimbo Region
The initiative transforms aquaculture and fishery by-products into protein and lipid-rich meals for marine fish, promoting a circular economy model.
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CollaborationUFRO and UCN join forces in innovative aquaculture and e-waste valorization projects
The Conecta I+D UCN-UFRO initiative awarded two collaborative projects: larviculture nutrition for marine fish and synthesis of cobalt nanoparticles from lithium-ion batteries.
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TechnologyUCN develops RAS prototype for silverside broodstock cultivation
Researchers from the Faculty of Marine Sciences are working on a recirculating aquaculture system for pejerrey, a native species of northern Chile.
Read moreReal people, real support
Behind every program is a team committed to your international success.
Paulina Latorre Bahamondez
Director of International Relations
María Inés Pizarro Cortés
International Relations Coordinator
Jocelyn Moraleda Jofre
Curricular Internationalization Coordinator
Alejandra Meneses Ortiz
Student Mobility and Short Programs Coordinator
Nicole Contreras Cerda
American Corner Coordinator
Valentina Ubilla Corre
Global Education and Territorial Impact Projects Coordinator
Catherine Astelly Galaz
Executive Secretary
Juan Valenzuela Leyton
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Alliances & Partners
We work with leading international cooperation agencies, global academic networks, and certified institutions.
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