Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) is Spain's top technical university, ranked among Europe's best for engineering and architecture. It has strong industry ties with companies like Ford, Iberdrola, and Airbus. Students benefit from applied research, dual-degree options, and one of Spain's most active Erasmus networks.
Valencia, Spain
Top 400 — QS World University Rankings 2024
#1 Technical University in Spain — Shanghai Ranking
Top 200 globally for graduate employability — QS 2024
Top 100 in Engineering & Technology — Times Higher Education
Over 500 partner universities — one of Spain's largest exchange programmes
MSc Industrial Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 87
BEng Computer Engineering
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
MSc Architecture
Masters DegreeDuration
18 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 87
BEng Civil Engineering
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Feb
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
BEng Aerospace Engineering
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
#1 technical university in Spain — ranked above all other Spanish polytechnics by Shanghai.
Direct industry partnerships with Ford, Airbus, and Iberdrola — giving students real project experience.
500+ Erasmus partner universities — one of the broadest student exchange networks in Southern Europe.
Research spin-offs and tech transfer — UPV generates more patents than any other Spanish university.
Graduates commonly enter aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors — with employers including Airbus, Renault, and Iberdrola.
Engineering and CS graduates report average starting salaries of €28,000–€38,000 in Spain.
Strong routes into the EU tech industry — UPV alumni work across Germany, Netherlands, and France.
Architecture graduates frequently progress to postgraduate study or join leading studios across Europe.
Undergrad
30th Jun 2025
Postgrad
30th Jun 2025
Undergrad
Not Available
Postgrad
15th Jan 2025
UPV's main campus in Vera is self-contained, with labs, sports facilities, and student housing all on site. It's 15 minutes from the city centre by metro.
Valencia is Spain's third-largest city, with a lower cost of living than Madrid or Barcelona. Monthly student budgets typically run €700–€950, including rent.
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Offer letter from UPV
Proof of funds (€600/month)
Health insurance valid in Spain
Proof of accommodation in Valencia
Student visa (Visado de Estudios) — apply at Spanish consulate
