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Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
(UPC)
About
The Polytechnic University of Catalonia, currently referred to as BarcelonaTech, is one of the largest polytechnic universities in Spain. The majority of its Engineering Schools and Research facilities are consistently ranked as leading academic institutions in their fields in Europe.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 392 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 71 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 24,055
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 10.3 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 13%
- Female : Male
- 30 : 70
- Staff
- 5,000
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
28 subjectsARWU
34 subjectsUS News
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Optics | =62 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences | 79 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | 160 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 171 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 179 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =195 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | =197 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | 198 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Polymer Science | 208 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =222 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | 230 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =234 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 238 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Environmental Engineering | 240 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 267 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =299 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =341 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =366 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 371 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =550 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =576 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =621 | 53.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =924 | 53.7 | 2026 |
THE
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 301–400 | 31.0 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 37.8 | 2025 |
| Physical Sciences | 401–500 | 40.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya?
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =392, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 701-800, US News Rank =457.
When was Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya founded?
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya was founded in 1971.
What are the top subjects at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya?
Top subjects at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya include: Architecture, Art History, Civil Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Mineral & Mining Engineering.
Where is Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya located?
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya is located in Barcelona, Spain.