Facultad de Ciencias de la Información

Whispers of groundbreaking journalism and captivating advertisements fill the air around the Facultad de Ciencias de la Informaci\u00f3n. Here at the Complutense University of Madrid, stands a beacon of communication studies in Spain. The Facultad de Ciencias de la Informaci\u00f3n has been a pioneer since 1971. It stands proudly in the Campus de Moncloa, a hub for aspiring communicators. Within its walls, students delve into the worlds of Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations. The faculty’s unique location, in the Cantarranas valley, adds to its charm. The architecture itself tells a story. The original brutalist-style concrete building, opened in 1974, stands as a testament to the era’s architectural trends. A second building, added in 2005, accommodates the growing number of students and houses a spacious conference hall. Did you know the Facultad de Ciencias de la Informaci\u00f3n started its journey in a different location? The first classes were held in 1972 at the Official Schools of Cinematography and Television, now the RTVE Institute, in Dehesa de la Villa. The journey from those early, sometimes turbulent, days reflects the changing landscape of Spain and the evolving field of communication. Those initial years saw the faculty operating under a joint ministerial board, involving both the Ministries of Education and Science and Information and Tourism. The faculty’s first professors brought a mix of academic expertise and real-world experience. They hailed from various departments within Complutense University, as well as from the professional schools of Cinematography, Television, Journalism, and Advertising. Imagine those early students navigating through multiple curriculum changes. It wasn’t until 1975 that a stable curriculum was established, lasting until the reforms of 1995 and 2003. These changes reflected the increasing specialization within the field. In 2010, the faculty fully embraced the European Higher Education Area, transitioning to Bachelor’s degrees in Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations. The Facultad de Ciencias de la Informaci\u00f3n holds a prestigious ranking. Since 2018, it has been recognized as the top institution in Spain for Communication & Media Studies by the QS World University Rankings. It’s also the largest faculty of its kind in Spain, a testament to the enduring appeal of communication studies. As you stand here, you’re at the heart of a vibrant community dedicated to shaping the future of communication.