FAU carries out its academic activities on the Andrés Bello Campus, located in central Santiago, where undergraduate and postgraduate programs coexist with research centers, laboratories, and spaces dedicated to artistic and cultural production. At the undergraduate level, the faculty offers degree programs in Architecture, Design and Geography, fostering interdisciplinary perspectives that connect spatial practices with social and territorial processes. At the postgraduate level, FAU offers doctoral and master’s programs, along with postgraduate diplomas, which contribute to advanced research and professional specialization in architecture, urban studies, geography, and related fields.

As part of the University of Chile—an institution that serves a community of more than 40,000 students—FAU plays a strategic role in the education of professionals and researchers committed to the public interest. Through its academic, research, and outreach activities, the faculty contributes to critical debates on the city, territory, and environment, reaffirming its responsibility in the construction of more just, inclusive, and sustainable forms of habitation.

The identity of Santiago is the result of multiple overlapping cultural layers, beginning with the indigenous presence in the Mapocho Valley prior to Spanish colonization and continuing through the colonial and republican periods reflected in its urban form and institutions. These foundations were later enriched by strong rural–urban exchanges, significant European immigration during the 19th and 20th centuries, and, more recently, by multicultural dynamics driven by Latin American and global migration. Together, these influences have shaped a diverse, complex, and constantly evolving urban identity.

The city is home to a wide range of heritage sites and cultural institutions, including colonial churches, historic neighborhoods, and internationally recognized museums. Landmarks such as the Church of San Francisco, the National Museum of Fine Arts, and the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art testify to Santiago’s historical depth and cultural significance.

Today, Santiago presents itself as a dynamic and globalized city marked by contrasts and coexistence. Financial districts with high-rise buildings stand alongside traditional neighborhoods and large urban parks, such as the Metropolitan Park of Santiago, one of the largest urban parks in the world. Its contemporary artistic, cultural, and gastronomic scenes continue to expand, positioning the city as a leading urban destination in South America.

Come and discover Santiago de Chile—a city where history and modernity intersect, where cultural diversity thrives, and where urban life unfolds between mountains, parks, and vibrant neighborhoods. Santiago is an accessible, welcoming, and multifaceted city that invites you to experience the richness of Chilean culture. Enjoy Santiago.