Universitat Politècnica de València - UPV

Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) is one of Spain’s leading public universities. Founded in 1968, UPV hosts around 35,000 students across its three campuses in València, Gandia, and Alcoy. The university is renowned for its high-quality education in engineering, architecture, science, business, and tourism. In the 2025 Shanghai Ranking, UPV was recognized as the best technical university in Spain, and it is consistently ranked among the world’s top 500 universities in the QS World University Rankings, proving its excellence on an international scale.

Beyond academic excellence, UPV stands out for its strong focus on research and innovation. Through numerous partnerships with companies across Europe, the university provides students with valuable industry connections. Its education model, which combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensures graduates are well-prepared to launch their careers successfully. With its modern campus, advanced laboratories, extensive libraries, and innovative academic staff, UPV offers students outstanding opportunities for both academic and professional growth.

Established: 1968 Valencia, Spain

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The language of instruction at UPV is Spanish, except for the Systems Engineering and Management for Innovation Challenges (SEAMIC) program, which is taught in English. For international students wishing to learn Spanish, a preparatory program is offered in collaboration with Hablo Education at the Gandia campus—just a five-minute walk from the beach. Conducted and supervised by UPV faculty, this program enables students to reach B2 level within one academic year, even starting from scratch. Those who successfully complete the program, obtain the SIELE B2 certificate, and meet the admission requirements are eligible to apply—without an additional entrance exam—to one of ten bachelor’s programs at UPV. Tuition fees for undergraduate programs range from approximately €1,700 to €2,400 per year.

UPV is distinguished not only by its academic success but also by the vibrant student life and wide range of opportunities it offers. Sports facilities, cultural events, and student clubs enrich campus life, while dynamic cultural scene, and lively social life make studying here both productive and enjoyable. In addition, the university is at the forefront of sustainability and digital transformation, contributing to the development of the technologies of the future.

Department / Fee Notices

Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.

Departments	Duration	Language	Annual Fee
Spanish	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 9500.00

Departments	Duration	Language	Annual Fee
Agricultural and Biological Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 1156.00
Business Administration and Management	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 1534.00
Chemical Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Civil Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Electrical Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Environmental Sciences	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Forest and Environmental Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Geomatics and Surveying Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Interactive Technologies	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Technical Architecture	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00
Telecommunications Systems, Sound and Image Engineering	4 Years	Spanish	EUR 2080.00

Departments	Duration	Language	Annual Fee
Acoustic Engineering	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Administrative Management	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 1534.00
Agrifood and Envionmental Economy	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Aquaculture	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Business Administration	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 3534.00
Business, Product and Service Management	1.5 Years	English	EUR 6361.00
Computer and Network Engineering	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Concrete Engineering	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Data Analysis, Process Improvement and Decision Support Engineering	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Digital Post Production	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Energy Technologies for Sustainable Development	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Enology	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 2828.00
Environmental Engineering	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Financial and Fiscal Management	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Forest Engineering	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 3121.00
Geomatics Engineering and Geoinformation	2 Years	Spanish	EUR 4161.00
Health and Vegetable Production	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 2356.00
Industrial and Environmental Safety	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Industrial Constructions and Installations	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Intelligent Transport Systems MD-ITS	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 5301.00
Languages and Technology	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Materials Engineering, Science Processing, and Characterisation	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Mechanical Engineering	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Plant Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology	1.5 Years	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Preservation of Architectural Heritage	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Project Management	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Propulsive Systems for a Sustainable Mobility	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 6361.00
Science, Technology and Innovation Studies	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 1310.00
Sports Company Management	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4750.00
Sports Management and Active Tourism	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4750.00
Transmedia Communication	1 Year	Spanish	EUR 4240.00
Transportation, Land and Urban Development	1 Year 3 Months	Spanish	EUR 6361.00

Notices

* The Application Deadline Varies by Department
** Additional Documents May Be Requested by Departments
*** The YKS requirement applies to students in Türkiye. International students will be evaluated according to the examination systems and admission criteria of their respective countries.