INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
International Admissions 2016
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Studying in Chile Santiago, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar and Concepción DUOC UC International Agreements Programs How to Apply Student Support Lodging Cost of Living in Chile International Affairs Duoc UC
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Duoc UC Duoc UC is a private, professional, nonprofit institute, founded in 1968 by the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. It is one of the biggest and more important institutions of higher education in Chile, with more than 94,000 students, 9 schools y 82 programs. Its 17 headquarters are located in the 3 more developed regions of the country. - In 2010 we were granted the accreditation for a maximum of 7 years by the Agencia de Acreditación Nacional (National Accreditation Agency), which certifies the quality of our educational project and its relevance among the rest of the institutions of higher education in our country. - Duoc UC is member of “Learn Chile”, a group of 23 Chilean institutions of higher education that work together, with the support of Chile’s government, to improve the promotion of the country as a destination for international students that choose Chile to live the experience of studying abroad.* www.learnchile.cl
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Studying in Chile Viña del Mar Valparaíso
Santiago
Concepción
Approximate flight times to Santiago - Auckland: 14 hours - Mexico city: 9 hours - Frankfurt: 18 hours - Paris: 15 hours - Shanghai: 36 hours
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Why study in Chile? Thanks to its stability, modernity and natural landscapes, Chile offers an excellent opportunity to study, while experiencing unforgettable cultural moments.
Chile is nature on a colossal scale, but travel here is surprisingly easy if you don't rush it. Lonely Planet
According to the Global Peace Index for 2015, by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Chile is within the group of the most peaceful and stable nations in the world. Santiago: Best destination in 2011 according to The New York Times.
On July 2nd, 2003, the city of Valparaíso was declared “Heritage of Humanity” by the Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) of the United Nations. UNESCO 5
About Chile Located on the west coast of South-America, it is more than 2,485 miles (4,300 km) of deserts, mountains, plains, forests, ice fields‌ the privileged scenarios for the main Chilean production sectors, that include mining, forestry, agriculture, crop protection, wine elaboration, fishing, tourism and industrial development.
Weather
Low rainfall and warm temperature in the North; mild temperature in the Centre; high rainfall and cold temperature in the South.
Safety
Chile is the safest country in the region. Police is in charge of citizen safety on the streets and is widely accepted by the Chilean people. According to the Global Peace Index for 2015, by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Chile is ranked 29th in the world and 1st in Latin America.
Currency
Chilean Peso (CLP$)
Surface: 291,930 mi2 (756,096 km2). Population: 17,819,054 Capital City: Santiago de Chile Official Language: Spanish Need additional information? Please, visit: www.thisischile.cl 6
Santiago
The capital city of Chile has, without a doubt, confirmed its image as a modern city in the eyes of the world, known for its great business opportunities and as an increasingly attractive tourism destination. Santiago’s growing gastronomic, cultural, nightlife and lodging offerings are all located just a few miles from beaches, snow and wine routes. (Source: SERNATUR, 2015)
Valparaíso y Viña del Mar
Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a colorful balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean and is considered the cultural capital city of Chile. A university town, a port city, and a financial center, it forms a single urban community with Viña del Mar or the “Garden City” – a seaside resort par excellence, and an unrivalled destination for congresses and conventions. Valparaíso and Viña del Mar give the visitor an unforgettable experience rich in culture and history, one with ample recreational and ecotourism opportunities, all among their scenic beaches. The region also offers casinos, shopping, excellent wine and much more! (Source: SERNATUR, 2015)
Concepción
Concepción is an important and hard-working port city that is best known for its universities and music scene (many of Chile's best rock acts got their start here). (Source: Lonely Planet)
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Our Educational Model We are focused on the model of “Learn by doing�, providing our students with the most modern facilities. Our educational programs are modular and flexible; therefore, they facilitate the inductive methodology and emphasize the practical aspects of the learning process. Our academic project seeks excellence in quality, which implies the provision of social, labor and cultural education to all our students.
Schools: 9
Business and Administration Communication Construction Design Information Technology and Telecommunications Engineering Natural Resources Health Tourism 8
Programs: 82
Facts and Figures INFRASTRUCTURE
LOCATIONS
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217,135 m2
Santiago, Concepción, Arauco, Viña del Mar and Valparaíso.
TEACHERS
STAFF
COMPUTERS
3,876
2,203
12,977
ELECTRONIC JOURNALS
eBOOKS
BOOKS
452,922
128,389
244,977
CAMPUS
* Source: 2014 Facts and Figures report by Duoc UC’s Institutional Analysis Office 9
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Programs Academic Schedule First Semester: March – July (Winter) Second Semester: August – December (Summer)
English Programs NAME Tourism & Hospitality
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso
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DURATION 8 semesters
Students who choose this program can apply to take 1 or 2 semesters. The Tourism & Hospitality study program is mainly focused on customer service which is, undoubtedly, the basis of the tourism industry. This program allow students to obtain one of the corresponding certificates: - Tour Guide Certificate - Receptionist & Housekeeper Certificate - Reservation & BSP Agent Certificate - Marketing & Sales Agent Certificate - Meeting & Convention Certificate NAME Doing business and Latin America
CITY Santiago
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DURATION 2 weeks
The course (DBLA) has two main focuses: 1) Doing Business in Latin America: To provide an overview of business in Latin America and to deliver useful analytical tools to understand the business environment and best practices in the region. 2) Chilean Entrepreneurship - Doing Business in Chile: To develop a business plan related to entrepreneurship in Chile, according to market needs, outstanding trade regulation and institutional soundness. 11
Programs in Spanish Students can choose any of the following programs, to attend 1 or 2 semesters. For more information on each of the programs, please, visit our catalog: http://issuu.com/duocuc/docs/programs.compressed
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION The School of Business and Administration of Duoc UC develops the full potential of their students, whether to work for private companies or to embark on their own ventures. Duoc UC offers varied and versatile alternatives for technical and vocational training in the disciplines of management and business.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Auditing Administration Human Resource Management Foreign Trade Logistics Management Marketing
CITY Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago Santiago
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DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 4 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Business Administration Major in Marketing Human Resources Management Financial Management Major in Foreign Trade General Accounting Major in Tax Legislation Commercial Management Technician Logistics Management Technician Banking and Financial Services Technician
CITY Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago
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SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION In these days, we are highly communicated and connected to one another through different platforms: media, social networks and mobile devices, linking us 24 hours a day to people across the globe. The Duoc UC School of Communication imparts a wide range of studies that will transform students into highly trained professionals that can understand and implement communications in their different languages and forms of expression.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Acting Computer Animation Audiovisual Communication Audio Engineering Advertising Public Relations Major in Marketing
CITY Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción
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DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Technical Advertising Major in Advertising Production Audiovisual Technician Sound Technology
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CITY Santiago Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción
SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION The Duoc UC School of Construction offers a wide range of fields of study that, from the first year of study, incorporate the latest technology in classrooms, workshops, laboratory equipment and computer support, to enable students to develop all their technical skills.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Construction Engineering Risk Prevention Engineering
CITY Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción
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DURATION 9 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Architectural and Structural Drafting Heritage Conservation Construction Technician Electrical Projects and Installations Technician Risk Prevention Technician Surveying Technician
CITY Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Valparaíso Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción and Arauco Santiago and Valparaíso
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SCHOOL OF DESIGN Design can be found everywhere: in the products we use, the containers that protect food, in the spaces we inhabit, in the languages of communication with which we interact, and even in the services that we use on a daily basis. Today, design is transversely part of everything, and there are many industries and economic sectors that generate value through working with design professionals. The School of Design trains design specialists who, through strong international links and a vision of social innovation, can achieve their full development.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Interior Design Fashion Design Graphic Design Industrial Design
CITY Santiago, Viña del Mar, Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción
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DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Illustration Web Production Graphic Design Technician Industrial Clothing Production Technician
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CITY Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago Santiago and Viña del Mar Viña del Mar
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS In the last decades, the world has undergone a profound transformation. The technological development, especially in ICT, has not only changed our daily lives, but has created a new world that could not have been imagined before. In an open and globalized environment that promotes innovation and technology interchanges, the School of Information Technology and Telecommunications at Duoc UC seeks to train people who will be the leaders of tomorrow’s world, capable of transforming our reality into a world that enriches the lives of people and society in general.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Connectivity and Network Engineering Information Technology Management Engineering Computer Engineering Infrastructure and Technological Platforms Engineering
CITY Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago
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DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Computer Network Administration Infrastructure and Technological Platforms Administration Computer Program Analyst Telecommunication Technician
CITY Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar
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SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING To meet the great challenges of the XXI century, the training of human capital specialized in critical subjects for the development of our society, such as energy, transportation and mining, is required. Those trained in these areas must have the knowledge, skills and attitudes (work skills) in order to make projects become real and reach the development of the countries, while also incorporating technological and interpersonal skills.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Electricity and Industrial Automation Engineering Machinery and Heavy-Duty Vehicles Engineering Automotive and Autotronics Engineering
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción
TIMETABLE Daytime and Evening Daytime Daytime and Evening
DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Electricity and Industrial Automation Technician Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Technician Electromechanics Maintenance Major in Industry Technician Electromechanics Maintenance Major in Mining Technician Predictive Maintenance Major in Mining Technician Machinery and Heavy-Duty Vehicles Technician Automotive and Autotronics Technician
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CITY Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción and Arauco Santiago Santiago, Valparaíso and Arauco Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago and Concepción Santiago Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción
SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES The School of Natural Resources offers various courses aimed at achieving a balance between human needs and the use of natural resources.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Agricultural Engineering Environmental Engineering
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago and Valparaíso
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DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Agricultural Technician Agro-Alimentary Quality and Safety Technician Drilling Control and Geology Technician Geomatics Technician Veterinary Technician
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago Santiago and Valparaíso
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SCHOOL OF HEALTH The School of health at Duoc UC offers careers with a human, modern, dynamic, innovative and decisive vision of health problems, with a strong ethical basis and using the most modern clinical simulation centers of the country. The school also delivers the tools that allow students to become the best specialists in the area.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Biomedical Informatics
CITY Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción
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DURATION 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Nurse Technician Medical Laboratory and Blood Bank Technician Radiodiagnosis and Radiotherapy Technician Physiotherapy Technician Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Dental Technician Physical training Technician Chemistry and Pharmacy Technician
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CITY Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago and Viña del Mar Santiago
SCHOOL OF TOURISM Today, tourism in Chile and the world has experienced a strong growth, generating different types of activities, ranging from outdoor and eco-tourism, to working aboard a cruise, in the culinary and gastronomical sectors, or within airports and hotels, among others. Duoc UC students will develop language skills in English and Portuguese, work with technological tools related to tourism, and experience the satisfaction of a “job well done” by seeing the smile of satisfied customers.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES NAME Ecotourism International Gastronomy Tourism and Hospitality
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción
TIMETABLE Daytime Daytime and Evening Daytime and Evening
DURATION 8 semesters 8 semesters 8 semesters
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DURATION 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters 5 semesters
TECHNICAL DEGREES NAME Hospitality Management Gastronomy Adventure Tourism Technical Tourism Major in Tourism Business Technical Tourism Major in Air Transport Services
CITY Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago, Valparaíso and Concepción Santiago and Concepción Santiago and Valparaíso Santiago
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DDF is a Space of Collaborative Innovation based on the Design Factory model from the Aalto University in Finland. This center encourages the students’ training and has creativity as the fundamental component of the skills to innovate. The Design Factory Global Network (DFGN) currently operates in eleven institutions of higher education around the world. The objective of this network and its partner members is to be the leader in international university collaboration, beyond academic boundaries.
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Design Factory Optional Interdisciplinary Course (8 credits) In this course, we generate a space for the development of projects in interdisciplinary work teams, with real challenges proposed by external companies and institutions. As an international student, you can apply to this course that is given every semester.
Key concepts: Innovation, interdisciplinary projects and design thinking.
If Spanish is not your native language, you can apply to our English programs, or participate in our Spanish courses for international students.
HOW TO APPLY First of all, you should check if your institution of origin has an agreement with Duoc UC. If so, you will have to send us the following documents through the International Affairs department of your university. Required Documents: - Application Form (http://www.duoc.cl/sites/default/files/appl ication-form-for-incoming-students.pdf) - Historic transcript or certificate of your marks - Letter of motivation - Photocopy of your passport - Certificate of regular student - Letter of nomination of the institution of origin
TERMS August 15th – October 15th: Application for the First Semester (March – July Term) February 15th – April 15th: Application for the Second Semester (August – December Term) To Chinese students, we recommend applying as early as possible, due to the fact that visas could be granted with a delay of up to six months. Please, take into account that, once we receive your application, it may take us up to a month to reply. 23
STUDENT SUPPORT
D.E.N Duoc Exchange Network
Duoc UC offers a Support Program for International Students called Duoc Exchange Network led by Duoc students , with the purpose of providing guidance and help in the academic and the socio-cualtural environments. This Program includes: Tutors: Also known as guiding students or buddy partners. They are Chilean students from Duoc UC that guide international students through their academic semester or year in Chile, helping them to be able to adapt to Chilean culture. Some of them have already experienced an academic exchange or are about to do it. Trips and Activities: Duoc UC’s Coordinators of International Affairs are constantly organizing tours and activities for 24
international students, like Chilean cuisine workshops, cueca workshops (national dance), tours around the city, trips to the snow, to the beach, and many activities more. Support from the office of International Affairs: The Coordinators advise international students on matters like: obtaining the Chilean ID card, health insurance, lodging, VISAS, among others. It is important that you take into account that a Students VISA does not allow you to work in Chile. Duoc UC has a department named “Student Affairs”, from where Chilean and international students can choose different recreational activities like the Pastoral, sports, extra workshops, etc.
STUDENT AFFAIRS Students Office All Duoc UC headquarters have a Students Affairs office. Here, you will have access to the following benefits: - Discount card for public transportation (TNE) - Duoc UC student identity card, with which you will be able to enjoy different discounts along the country. - Enrollment to sports activities and extra workshops. We have gathered the best work team to guide you through your stay in our institution, transforming it all in an experience that will make you never forget your years of study in Duoc UC.
University Pastoral Department For those students who may be interested, there is the chance of participating in the program of Volunteering in Charity Missions, where students can participate together with thousands of Duoc UC missionaries in charity projects that seek to benefit underprivileged communities. In all our headquarters there is a Pastoral team waiting for you. www.duoc.cl/pastoral
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LODGING Duoc UC, like the rest of the country’s institutions, does not have university residences; therefore, students have to arrange lodging on their own. However, the International Affairs Office recommends the following lodging alternatives. Such options are under NO responsibility of Duoc UC.
Santiago
Viña del Mar and Valparaíso
Concepción
FENtastic www.fentastic.cl
Hostal Reloj de Flores Address: Los Baños N°70, Caleta Abarca, Viña del Mar. Phone number: +56 32296 7243 ninfar@gmail.com
Hostal Edmundo Larenas Address: Edmundo Larenas 320, Concepción. Contact: Valentina Arriaza Phone number: +56 985963774 Vale.arriaza@gmail.com
Residencias Universitarias www.residenciasuniversitarias.cl Residencia Pedro de Valdivia www.residenciapvn.cl Contact Chile www.contactchile.cl/en/index.html
Hospedaje Polanco Address: Huito N° 479, Valparaíso. Phone number: +56 32249 5941 / (09) 964 46 48 hospedajepolanco@gmail.com For more information, please, visit: http://www.estudiaenvalparaiso.com
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For more information, request the lodging guide in Concepción at: internacional@duoc.cl
COST OF LIVING IN CHILE Dollar and Euro are constantly varying with respect to Chilean peso, but, as referential numbers, please note that: 1 USD = 690 Chilean Pesos 1 Euro = 780 Chilean Pesos 1 Mexican Peso = 44 Chilean Pesos 1 Chinese Yuan = 108 Chilean Pesos 1 Brazilian Real = 200 Chilean Pesos On a monthly basis, an international student needs an approximate amount of US $840 (CLP $600,000), which includes lodging expenses (US $350), transportation (US $70), food (US $280), tourism and recreation (US $140).
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DUOC UC INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS The international affairs office is the area responsible for developing programs with institutions abroad, focused on students, graduates, faculty and staff. Furthermore, it is in charge of providing assistance and personal advice to all international students.
MEET OUR STAFF
María Elena Guarda Exchange Programs and International Agreements Coordinator mguarda@duoc.cl
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María José Casaubon Specialization Courses and Scholarships Coordinator mcasaubon@duoc.cl
Rodrigo Nuñez International Affairs Manager rnunez@duoc.cl
María Eugenia Jiménez Incoming Exchange Coordinator mjimenezt@duoc.cl
INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS
Partner Institutions:
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International students enrolled at Duoc UC
Countries:
+800
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Argentina Australia Bolivia Brazil Canada China Colombia Ecuador England Finland France Germany Israel Italy Japan South Korea Mexico New Zealand Panama Paraguay Peru Puerto Rico Spain Singapore Sweden United States
For more information, please, visit: http://www.duoc.cl/international-affairs 29
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS