The public University of Girona teaches and researches science, technology, humanities, social sciences and the arts.
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Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya
The public Polytechnic University of Catalonia focuses on engineering, architecture, science and technology.
About Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya
The Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) is a public polytechnic university in Spain focused on engineering, architecture, science and technology. It offers undergraduate degrees, university master's programs, doctoral studies, and permanent training, alongside research, development and innovation (R+D+I) activities. The university operates multiple campuses across Catalonia, each with affiliated specialized schools and faculties, and provides resources for prospective students including study plan details, admission guidance, grant information and open day events.
Key features
- Offers undergraduate, master's, doctoral and permanent training programs
- Conducts research, development and innovation (R+D+I) activities
- Operates multiple campuses across Catalonia with affiliated schools and faculties
- Provides study plan, admission, grant and professional outcome information
- Hosts open days and informative sessions for prospective students
- Offers business services and supports student entrepreneurship and internships
Best for: Prospective students pursuing engineering, architecture, science or technology higher education in Catalonia, and businesses seeking university collaboration, benefit most.
Good for
- Recognized as one of Europe's leading universities in national and international rankings
- Reports high graduate employability
- Hosts specialized academic programs across multiple geographically distributed campuses
Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya at a glance
- Official website
- upc.edu
- Category
- Education & Learning › Universities in Spain
- Type
- Institution
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Web
- Language
- Catalan
- Country
- ES
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya FAQ
What types of academic programs does UPC offer?
Undergraduate degrees, university master's programs, doctoral studies and permanent training.
Where are UPC's campuses located?
UPC has campuses in Barcelona, Castelldefels, Manresa, Sant Cugat del Vallès, Terrassa and Vilanova i la Geltrú.
What resources are available for prospective students?
Prospective students can access study plan details, admission guidance, grant information and open day event listings.
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