University entrance regulations establish that students must pass the EBAU (Baccalaureate Assessment for University Access) tests after completing any of the baccalaureate programs. If the demand for places exceeds the supply, the final grade obtained on these tests will be used as a benchmark. Furthermore, the University of La Laguna allows admission through the course and entrance exam for those over 25 years of age, aimed at those who meet this requirement and do not have the EBAU or similar tests (RD 743/2003, of June 20, BOE of July 4, 2003).
The double degree in History and Geography and Spatial Planning is aimed at students from any post-secondary education program who demonstrate a genuine interest in understanding the world in its temporal and spatial dimensions. Intellectual curiosity about humanity's past, the functioning of societies, landscapes, territories and their evolution, as well as a sensitivity to cultural and natural heritage, are especially valued.
The ideal student for this program should be interested in reflecting, from a critical and humanistic perspective, on the major social, economic, political, cultural, geographical, and environmental problems of yesterday and today. They are expected to show interest in processes of change and continuity, in cultural diversity, in the territorial dimension of human phenomena, and in analyzing the relationship between society, territory, and the environment.
Also desirable qualities are the ability to express yourself orally and in writing, the willingness to work independently and in a team, analytical thinking and the desire to develop skills in the use of diverse sources, academic texts, cartographic materials and digital tools, including the elementary use of a foreign language.
This dual degree offers a broad, critical, and interdisciplinary education that enables students to analyze the historical, social, and geographical processes that have shaped the world we live in. Graduates of this program will have acquired a deep and articulate understanding of the geographical and historical dynamics of humanity from its origins to the present day.
Those who complete these studies are expected to be able to rigorously interpret processes of change and continuity over time, taking into account cultural diversity, power relations, gender perspectives, and the interaction between humans and their environment. They will also have theoretical and practical tools to analyze social and territorial phenomena, critically interpret landscapes, understand environmental challenges, and contribute to reflection on sustainable development and social cohesion.
During their training, students will develop key skills such as critical analysis, oral and written expression, interpretation of historical and geographical sources, use of cartographic tools and geographic information systems (GIS), and interdisciplinary teamwork. They will also develop their ability to communicate in foreign languages and their awareness of cultural and natural heritage.
The double degree qualifies its graduates to work in a wide range of professional fields, including: