
Tenerife University, La Laguna University, was named after the city of its location. It is a public institution that offers a higher education service as demanded by Spanish Constitution and Law. The University activity in the city of La Laguna date from 1701 when the Augustinian Friars established a centre for higher education. The University of La Laguna received its definitely and current status in 1927.
La Laguna University is located on Tenerife in the center of the Canary Islands. Due to its privileged geographical location west of the northwestern coast of Africa, the beauty of the landscape, and the mild climate, the Canary Islands attract lots of tourists throughout the year. However, the islands look back on an exiting history and the university celebrated its 200th anniversary as a public university in 1992. In addition to the curriculum at the medical school, the University?s 55 departments offer 21 other degree programs. At present, the University has more than 26,000 students, almost 800 technical and administrative staff and about 1,700 lecturers.
The Canary Islands are well known for their good climate, wich makes them one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.
There is a low temperature difference between summer and winter. The average air temperatures in Tenerife is 15ºC in winter and 25ºC in summer, thus enjoying one of the world's best and most delightful climates. You can find various climats on this islands. You can go to the snowcapped Mount Teide or enjoy a swim in the beach in an hour's ride. However in La Laguna, it tends to be colder in winter. You do not have to forget your swimsuit if you want to enjoy the beaches in the summer!
Universidad de La Laguna
C/ Molinos de Agua s/n
38207 La Laguna
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Spain
Tel: +34 922 319 458
Fax: +34 922 259 628
Email: vicgra@ull.es
Website: http://www.ull.es/
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