Polytechnic University of Valencia: Statistics

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#381 of 14,131 In the World
#154 of 2,785 In Europe
#9 of 75 In Spain
#2 of 3 In Valencia
#28 of 1,021 For Hydrology and Water resources management
Top100 For 16 other topics
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Quick Review

Acceptance rate
50%
Enrollment
28,450
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Master
Website
www.upv.es
Languages
Spanish

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate50%
Admissions RequirementsSecondary school certificate (bachiller) or recognized foreign equivalent, and pre-university examination (prueba de acceso a la universidad)
Academic CalendarSeptember to June (September - January; January-June)
Enrollment28,450

We've calculated the 50% acceptance rate for Polytechnic University of Valencia based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

Polytechnic University of Valencia is a world-class research university with 56,348 scientific papers published and 1,028,741 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, and Organic Chemistry.

Publications
56,348
Citations
1,028,741

Polytechnic University of Valencia majors

by publication & citation count

Engineering
36,983 / 751,698
Physics
30,498 / 640,373
Chemistry
28,218 / 701,903
Computer Science
27,385 / 450,472
Biology
27,086 / 659,643
Environmental Science
25,044 / 488,600
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
24,003 / 329,043
Quantum and Particle physics
21,577 / 437,324
Materials Science
17,352 / 434,214
Organic Chemistry
15,737 / 469,611
Philosophy
13,822 / 139,458
Biochemistry
13,783 / 435,229
Mathematics
13,680 / 197,522
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
12,486 / 197,003
Geography and Cartography
12,423 / 198,408
Geology
12,356 / 254,098
Medicine
12,242 / 241,088
Business
11,557 / 170,811
Ecology
10,833 / 220,968
Genetics
10,146 / 243,757
Optical Engineering
9,969 / 198,749
Electrical Engineering
9,695 / 155,121
Statistics
9,365 / 140,958
Political Science
9,038 / 132,782
Telecommunications
8,195 / 122,207
Law
7,577 / 129,034
History
7,492 / 108,943
Psychology
7,313 / 113,517
Mechanical Engineering
7,286 / 133,766
Archaeology
7,172 / 106,726
Paleontology
6,974 / 136,840
Management
6,633 / 104,312
Computer Networking
6,169 / 92,011
Art & Design
5,868 / 86,038
Metallurgical Engineering
5,795 / 168,227
Machine Learning
5,771 / 98,540
Physical chemistry
5,651 / 182,216
Botany
5,580 / 140,485
Chemical Engineering
5,454 / 192,982
Economics
5,387 / 74,905

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1991 112 211
1992 151 286
1993 143 318
1994 209 519
1995 187 607
1996 266 949
1997 318 1186
1998 332 1573
1999 396 2185
2000 487 2625
2001 505 3092
2002 875 4548
2003 926 5156
2004 971 6652
2005 1172 8621
2006 1356 10539
2007 1530 13350
2008 1644 15847
2009 1975 19847
2010 2170 24110
2011 2537 30290
2012 2459 34542
2013 2611 41234
2014 2724 47065
2015 2831 52039
2016 2859 55577
2017 3069 59175
2018 3214 66669
2019 3393 78073
2020 3574 92328
2021 3772 107250
2022 3413 111395
2023 3476 112851
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for Polytechnic University of Valencia gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Duration (years) Annual Tuition (EUR)
Bachelor's Degree 4 1,200
Master's Degree 1-2 1,500
Doctoral Degree 3-5 1,000

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Polytechnic University of Valencia.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes Yes
Biology Yes Yes Yes
Business Yes Yes Yes
Chemistry Yes Yes Yes
Computer Science Yes Yes Yes
Economics Yes Yes Yes
Engineering Yes Yes Yes
Environmental Science Yes Yes Yes
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes Yes
Mathematics Yes Yes Yes
Medicine No No No
Physics Yes Yes Yes
Psychology No No No
Título de Graduado Architecture, Engineering
Máster Propio Agricultural Business, Aquaculture, Computer Science, Industrial Design, Management, Marine Transport
Máster Universitario Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Finance, Natural Sciences, Surveying and Mapping
Doctor Animal Husbandry, Architecture, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Environmental Engineering, Fine Arts, Food Science, Literature, Mathematics, Modern Languages, Production Engineering, Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Textile Technology

Polytechnic University of Valencia alumni

  1. Santiago Calatrava

    Santiago Calatrava
    Born in
    Spain Flag Spain
    Years
    1951-.. (age 73)
    Occupations
    structural engineerarchitectengineercivil engineerconservator
    Biography

    Santiago Calatrava Valls is a Spanish architect, structural engineer, sculptor and painter, particularly known for his bridges supported by single leaning pylons, and his railway stations, stadiums, and museums, whose sculptural forms often resemble living organisms. His best-known works include the Olympic Sports Complex of Athens, the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Turning Torso tower in Malmö, Sweden, the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in New York City, the Auditorio de Tenerife in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Dallas, Texas, and his largest project, the City of Arts and Sciences and Opera House in his birthplace, Valencia. His architectural firm has offices in New York City, Doha, and Zürich.

  2. Núria Roca Granell

    Núria Roca Granell
    Born in
    Spain Flag Spain
    Years
    1972-.. (age 52)
    Enrolled in the Polytechnic University of Valencia
    In 2003 graduated with Licentiate
    Occupations
    announcerwriteractortelevision presenterjournalist
    Biography

    Nuria Roca Granell is a Spanish writer, TV presenter, actress, radio announcer and architect.

  3. Joan Ribó

    Joan Ribó
    Born in
    Spain Flag Spain
    Years
    1947-.. (age 77)
    Occupations
    politicianhigh school teacherengineerprofessortrade unionist
    Biography

    Joan Ribó Canut is a Spanish politician and engineer who was the mayor of Valencia from 2015 to 2023. Ribó is member of Coalició Compromís.

  4. Diana Morant

    Diana Morant
    Born in
    Spain Flag Spain
    Years
    1980-.. (age 44)
    Occupations
    politicianengineer
    Biography

    Diana Morant Ripoll is a Spanish politician who has been Minister of Science and Innovation since 12 July 2021. She has been Secretary-General of the Socialist Party of the Valencian Country since 2014 and Mayor of Gandia (Valencia) from June 2015 until July 2021. She was also member of the Corts Valencianes, the regional assembly of the Valencia region, from July 2015 to May 2017. She started her political career in the Spanish Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) on 11 June 2011.

All 20 notable alumni

Polytechnic University of Valencia faculties and divisions

Faculty : Business Administration and Management Administration, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration
Faculty : Fine Arts Fine Arts, Restoration of Works of Art
School : Agricultural Engineering and Natural Environment Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Science, Food Technology, Forestry
School : Architecture Architecture
School : Civil Engineering Civil Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geological Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Transport and Communications
School : Computer Science Computer Science, Data Processing
School : Construction Engineering Building Technologies, Construction Engineering, Materials Engineering
School : Design Engineering Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Industrial Design, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering
School : Geodesy, Cartography and Surveying Engineering Surveying and Mapping
School : Industrial Engineering Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Materials Engineering
School : Polytechnic Communication Studies, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Sound Engineering (Acoustics), Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, Tourism
School : Polytechnic Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Data Processing, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology, Telecommunications Engineering
School : Telecommunications Engineering Telecommunications Engineering

General information

Alternative names UPV
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
Founded 1968
Accreditation Ministry of Universities

Location and contacts

Address Edificio 3A, Camino de Vera, s/n
Valencia, 46022
Spain
City population 792,000

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