University admission requirements for people over 40 with work experience
If you are over 40 and interested in attending university, you must meet the following basic requirements:
- Be at least 40 years of age or turn 40 during the calendar year in which the academic year begins. This route is designed exclusively for people who have not previously been able to access university studies through traditional channels.
- Not having other qualifications or forms of access to university, such as a Higher Vocational Training qualification, the university entrance exam for people over 25 or 45, or a university entrance exam pass.
- Provide proof of work or professional experience related to the university degree you wish to study. Please contact us to find out if there is a minimum duration for this experience.
University entrance exam for people over 40
Those interested in university access for people over 40 years of age should complete the contact form below. From there, the admissions team will provide you with all the necessary information and tell you what documentation you will need to submit, such as your CV and certificates attesting to your professional experience.
This assessment is normally conducted in two phases.
- Assessment phase: Professional experience, prior training and other merits will be analysed in relation to the qualification applied for. A minimum score of 5 out of 10 is required to advance to the next phase.
- Personal interview: An interview will be conducted to assess the suitability of the candidate's knowledge and skills in relation to the degree programme.
The assessment will be carried out by the degree programme coordinator and a lecturer appointed by them. To pass the process, candidates must obtain a minimum score of 5 points in the assessment phase and a ‘PASS’ in the interview. In the event that you disagree with the result, you may submit a claim to the Rector within three working days.
Candidates who pass the process must formalise their enrolment in the same academic year for which they have applied for admission. Once enrolment is complete, students may begin the academic classes outlined in the curriculum for their chosen degree programme.
