Our approach
Three research pillars
Research at UNICA is developed through three modalities articulated with teacher training.
Formative research
Integrated into the curriculum, strengthening research skills in undergraduate and graduate students.
Applied research
Projects generating knowledge to solve real problems in education, bilingualism, and pedagogical innovation.
Extension and social outreach
Activities connecting research with the community, promoting the social impact of knowledge.
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Research areas
Discover each area that makes up UNICA's research ecosystem.
Research Group
INNOBED: Innovation in Bilingual Education. Minciencias-recognized group dedicated to research in pedagogy and bilingualism.
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Research Seedbeds
Formative research spaces where students develop projects guided by faculty researchers.
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Congress
Research in Action: annual congress on pedagogy, bilingualism, and educational innovation.
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Our Researchers
Meet the faculty researchers leading UNICA's academic production.
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Open Calls
Open opportunities to participate in research projects and activities.
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Active Projects
Ongoing research projects addressing current challenges in education and bilingualism.
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Research Resources
Tools, databases, and guides to support research activities.
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Reference Documents
Regulations, policies, and institutional research documents.
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ÚNICA Publications
Journals, articles, proceedings, and academic production from UNICA researchers.
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ÚNICA in numbers
Research in numbers
1
Minciencias-recognized research group
4
Active research seedbeds
12+
Active researchers
50+
Academic publications
Research Department
The Research Department leads and coordinates all research activity at ÚNICA, promoting knowledge production with pedagogical and social impact.