How to choose a major for studying in Spain has long been a headache for many families. Ultimately, the choice of major is closely related to future employment. What is the current employment situation for returnees? Which majors should students studying in Spain choose to enhance their job prospects upon returning home?
Architecture and Engineering
Architecture and Engineering is undoubtedly one of the flagship majors in Spain. For instance, the Polytechnic University of Madrid, the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, the Polytechnic University of Valencia, and the University of Barcelona all offer this major. Students can choose positions in real estate planning, design and production; interior design; spatial planning; exhibition design; urban planning and research; as well as urban construction management and property management.
Education
Education primarily studies educational phenomena and issues, revealing general educational laws. Especially with the development of modern society and modern educational practices, there are new and higher demands for educational research. Spain's flexible education model can help us become talents in the field of education, addressing the shortage of educational methods in our country. Students interested in education can give it a try. Future career directions include: primary and secondary schools, higher education institutions, educational organizations, publishing houses, and government agencies. The University of Barcelona and the Autonomous University of Barcelona are both excellent choices.
Journalism and Media
In the internet age, any information can spread to every corner of the world overnight, which has led to the rapid growth of the journalism industry. From traditional print media to today's app-based news platforms, WeChat, Weibo, and self-media platforms, the journalism and media industry has never ceased to seek new talents. Fresh minds, good vision, and unique insights can allow graduates in this field to shine in their future positions. Complutense University of Madrid, King Juan Carlos University, and Carlos III University all offer such majors.
Health and Sports Science
The discipline of Sports Science is a national key discipline, training professionals engaged in sports technology coaching, sports nutrition and injury prevention, sports science researchers, fitness guidance and research personnel, as well as specialized talents in related technical fields.
In a sports powerhouse like Spain, the educational system for sports-related majors is highly developed, with abundant quality faculty and internship resources, providing students with ample development space. European University of Madrid, University of Granada, and University of Barcelona are among the top institutions for sports-related majors in Spain.
Telecommunications Engineering
Telecommunications Engineering is a rapidly growing field, and Spain, as a country at the forefront of infrastructure, has achieved excellent results in training talents in various engineering disciplines.
The Polytechnic University of Madrid and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia are not only ranked among the top engineering schools in Spain but also have high rankings globally. They are the first choice for science students, and the employment prospects are excellent. Even without going abroad, finding a job in engineering in the domestic market is relatively straightforward, not to mention returning from studying in Spain.
Accounting and Finance
According to the "2018 China Returnee Employment and Entrepreneurship Survey Report," the proportion of students majoring in economics and business is the highest, reaching 43%. Currently, the gender ratio in the global accounting and finance profession is approximately 1:1, and the overall industry outlook is very promising. In the face of a globalized financial market and strengthened WorldWay, graduates who master European accounting knowledge and understand financial market conditions are highly sought after.
Pompeu Fabra University, Autonomous University of Madrid, Carlos III University, and Complutense University of Madrid are all excellent institutions for business studies.