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Document overview
Establishes the legal framework for organisation of higher education, institutional licensing, programmes, governance and academic oversight.
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Scope and exclusions
Applies to
Applies to persons, bodies, assets and procedures expressly covered by the instrument in the field of organisation of higher education, institutional licensing, programmes, governance and academic oversight.
Limitations and exclusions
Does not replace special university statutes, accreditation, student immigration, labour rules and recognition of foreign qualifications; special and later rules require separate review.
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Official source
Royal Decree 27/2023 · Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
September 13, 2026
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