Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) is a leading Spanish public university, established in 1968 with around 35,000 students across three campuses. It specializes in engineering, architecture, and natural sciences, and was named Spain's best technical university in the 2025 Shanghai ranking.
The university places high importance on research and innovation, maintaining strong business connections through European joint projects. Its educational model blends theoretical knowledge with practical applications, utilizing modern campuses and advanced laboratories to ensure graduate success.
The language of instruction at UPV is Spanish, except for the English-taught Systems Engineering and Management for Innovation Challenges (SEAMIC) program. International students can join a preparatory program at the Gandia campus to reach the B2 Spanish level within one year; successful graduates with a SIELE B2 certificate can apply to 10 undergraduate programs without an entrance exam. Annual undergraduate fees are approximately €1,700 to €2,400. UPV offers a rich student life with sports and cultural activities. The university is also focused on sustainability and digital transformation.
| Department | Duration | Language | Annual Tuition (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sciences | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Electrical Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Interactive Technologies | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Geomatics and Surveying Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Civil Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Business Administration and Management | 4 Years | Spanish | € 853 |
| Chemical Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Forest and Environmental Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Agricultural and Biological Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Technical Architecture | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Telecommunication Systems, Sound and Image Engineering | 4 Years | Spanish | € 1,156 |
| Department | Duration | Language | Annual Tuition (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Transport Systems MD-ITS | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,945 |
| Acoustic Engineering | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Concrete Engineering | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Computer and Network Engineering | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Science, Technology and Innovation Studies | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Plant Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Environmental Engineering | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Digital Post-Production | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Languages and Technology | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Industrial and Environmental Safety | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Industrial Constructions and Facilities | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Business, Product and Service Management | 1.5 Years | English | € 3,534 |
| Business Management | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Geomatics Engineering and Geoinformation | 2 Years | Spanish | € 2,313 |
| Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,945 |
| Financial and Budgetary Management | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Materials Engineering, Scientific Processing and Characterization | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Conservation of Architectural Heritage | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,828 |
| Forestry Engineering | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 1,734 |
| Project Management | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,828 |
| Health and Vegetable Production | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Sports Company Management | 1 Year | Spanish | € 4,750 |
| Sports Management and Active Tourism | 1 Year | Spanish | € 4,750 |
| Aquaculture | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Energy Technologies for Sustainable Development | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 3,534 |
| Propulsion Systems for Sustainable Mobility | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,828 |
| Oenology | 1.5 Years | Spanish | € 2,828 |
| Agri-food and Environmental Economics | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Transmedia Communication | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |
| Transport, Land and Urban Development | 1 Year 3 Months | Spanish | € 2,945 |
| Engineering in Data Analysis, Process Improvement and Decision Support | 1 Year | Spanish | € 2,356 |