Dr. Andrés de Castro García

Andrés de Castro García is a distinguished scholar and authority in the realm of international security, boasting a rich tapestry of academic achievements and professional endeavors in the spheres of political science and administration. Hailing from a lineage deeply rooted in public service, his innate curiosity for global affairs and international security manifested early on.

Earning accolades in Law from the esteemed University of Salamanca in 2011, Andrés embarked on a path of further specialization in peace, security, and defense. His academic journey saw him attaining a Master's degree in Peace, Security, and Defense in 2013, followed by a Ph.D. in International Security in 2015, both conferred by the General Gutiérrez Mellado University Institute of the National Distance Education University (IUGM-UNED).

His doctoral dissertation, titled "Border Management against Drug Trafficking in Spain, Brazil, and Chile: A Proposal for Chile 2015," under the mentorship of Dr. Miguel Requena Díez de Revenga, garnered acclaim for its innovative methodology and pertinence in addressing a critical regional issue.

Since 2020, Andrés has assumed the role of Professor of International Relations in the Department of Political Science and Administration at UNED, where he imparts his vast knowledge to a burgeoning cohort of students. His fervor for teaching is palpable through the diverse array of courses he delivers, spanning foundational theories to specialized analyses encompassing international politics, global security, and criminology.

Backed by internationally esteemed academic credentials, Andrés has traversed borders to disseminate knowledge and conduct research across diverse locales, including Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Iraq, along with esteemed institutions in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Spain, among others. His multicultural exposure has enriched his academic vista and facilitated collaborations with eminent experts in security and international relations globally.

In addition to his pedagogical pursuits, Andrés has assumed leadership roles in academic administration, helming departments, doctoral and master's programs, while also contributing to evaluation panels and spearheading research initiatives. His steadfast commitment to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in his domain is evidenced by his prolific academic output, boasting fifty publications indexed in premier international databases.

As the coordinator of the Master's program in Peace, Security, and Defense at IUGM-UNED, Andrés remains steadfast in nurturing the next generation of professionals in the realm of international security. His holistic approach and unwavering dedication to academic excellence underscore his prominence in the realms of political science and global security.