MASTER & DOCTORATE DEGREES

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3 postgraduate programmes 5 6 Greeting from the Rector Studying at UPC BarcelonaTech 12 Master Degrees UPC BarcelonaTech Today Research Teaching Internationalization Master Degrees taught in English Other Master Degrees 45 Doctoral Degrees Architecture, Urbanism and Construction Civil Engineering ICT Engineering Industrial Engineering Sciences Useful Information Living in Barcelona 3

4 OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED AN INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS OF EXCELLENCE, UPC BARCELONATECH IS POISED TO BECOME THE LEADING HUB FOR EDUCATION, INNOVATION AND RESEARCH IN SOUTHERN EUROPE The 2012 Times Higher Education list of the 100 best universities under the age of 50 ranks the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya BarcelonaTech (UPC), in the 86th position. In the QS World University Ranking, the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. BarcelonaTech (UPC) is ranked 373rd in the general category; in Spain, it is the top technical university. By subject area, it is ranked in the 87th position for Engineering and Technology worldwide and is the first of the Spanish universities in these categories. For Natural Sciences, it is considered the top technical university in Spain. The Centre for Higher Education s Excellence Ranking rates UPC the best university in Spain and one of the top five in Europe in the field of Mathematics. The city of Barcelona is ranked the Best Student City in Spain, and amongst the 11 best in the world, according to QS Best Student Cities 2012 Ranking.

5 greeting from the REctor Antoni Giró, Rector of UPC BarcelonaTech In the following pages, you will find details of the postgraduate courses at UPC BarcelonaTech. Multidisciplinary, innovative and international in nature, they comprise academic pathways, programmes of study and qualifications adapted to the needs of society and industry. At our university we carry out basic and applied research, the results of which we give value to and transfer to society, as we do with our academic output. In view of these results, UPC BarcelonaTech occupies a privileged position at the pinnacle of innovation, technological development and entrepreneurship. Every year, around 5,000 international students choose to take undergraduate, master and doctoral degrees and lifelong learning courses with us. We hope you will soon be one of them. In the meantime, the team at UPC BarcelonaTech is at your disposal if you need further information or assistance. We hope to see you soon in Barcelona. UPC BarcelonaTech is waiting for you.

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7 Actively involved in your learning process BECAUSE YOU DESERVE BECAUSE YOU WANT TO BECAUSE YOU ARE An international, multidisciplinary and prestigious education. A recognized degree. Improve your professional training. Carry out research and contribute to innovation in architecture, science or engineering. Gain skills in interdisciplinary fields. Study and work abroad and strengthen your CV by giving it an international dimension. Motivated, critical and proactive. Actively involved in your learning process. 7

8 This is UPC BarcelonaTech A higher education institution specialized in architecture, science and engineering. It is recognized worldwide for its results in: RESEARCH UPC carries out basic and applied research with the aim of transferring technology and knowledge to private companies and to society. We are a leading institution in innovation, research and technical development. UPC BarcelonaTech is the SPANISH university: With the highest number of citable papers in the fields of Mathematics, Information and Communication Technology and Engineering (Ranking ISI 2011 of Spanish Universities). With the highest number of R&D projects participated in by universities approved by the Ministry of Science and Innovation s Centre for the Development of Industrial Technology (Report 2010 Knowledge and Development Foundation, CYD). With the highest number of applications for national patents participated by universities (Report 2010 Knowledge and Development Foundation, CYD). UPC BarcelonaTech is THE SPANISH technical university: With the highest scientific output (SCImago Institutions Ranking 2011). With the highest number of citable papers in Geoscience, Environmental Science and Physics (Ranking ISI 2011 of Spanish Universities). With the highest ratio of doctoral degree graduates (Ranking THE 2011). 8

9 TEACHING Teaching at UPC is based on rigour, interdisciplinarity and internationality. Our academic pathways and study programmes, all of which have been adapted to the European Higher Education Area, are designed to fulfil the needs of traditional and emerging production sectors. UPC BarcelonaTech is THE SPANISH university With the highest number of international master degree and doctoral students (QS 2011 Ranking). global The spirit of internationalisation has made us open to the world. We have strong cooperation ties with European, American and Asian universities, which guarantees privileged relationships and close collaboration with scientific and educational institutions all over the world. 9

10 upc barcelonatech today 11 Campuses 23 Schools 42 Departments PEOPLE 2,396 Teaching and research staff members (1,279 full -time) 1,694 Administrative and service staff members 29,687 Undergraduate students 2,581 Master degree students (30% international) 3,070 Doctoral students (49% international) RESEARCH 183 Research institutes 17 Research centres of excellence 2,033 Research projects underway 2,070 Papers published in scientific journals 101 Scientific and technicals awards 274 Doctoral theses defended PROGRAMMES 69 Bachelor s degrees 62 Master degrees (13 Erasmus Mundus and 23 entirely in English) 48 Doctoral degrees (5 Erasmus Mundus) 316 Continuing education programmes 3,142 Student internships GLOBAL 2,034 Students on international exchange programmes 85 International double degrees 328 educational cooperation agreements with international universities Participation in academic and research networks: CESAER, CINDA, CLUSTER, EUA, TIME, UNITECH, MAGALHAES. South Campus 10

11 knowledge Areas Aerospace Engineering Applied Sciences Architecture, Urbanism and Building Construction Audiovisual Communication and Media Biosystems Engineering Business Management and Organisation Civil Engineering Health Sciences and Technology Industrial Engineering Informatics Engineering Naval, Maritime and Nautical Engineering Telecommunications Engineering Castelldefels Campus the structure of university qualifications First -and secondcycle degree Bachelor's Degrees (240 ECTS credits) Undergraduate degree equivalent to a Bachelor's Degrees Master Degree ( ECTS credits) 60 ECTS Completed on a master degree course or courses Doctoral Thesis Doctoral Degree Research Period Professional Career 11

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13 Telephone: UPC master degrees are official postgraduate courses that offer advanced specialised or multidisciplinary training. They are aimed at providing research skills and professional competence and also act as a gateway to doctoral programmes. Their quality is guaranteed internationally, and their curricula, faculty and services are assessed by the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency, a member of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA), before being approved by the Spanish government. All of the master degrees require students to complete from 60 to 120 ECTS credits. One ECTS credit is equivalent to hours of study, and a full-time student can earn up to 60 ECTS credits in one academic year. They are taught by UPC lecturers and researchers, and by guest lecturers on programmes in which other universities participate, and lie within the framework of the European Union s Erasmus Mundus programme. UPC is the European university with the highest number of Erasmus Mundus master degrees. Requirements These courses of study are open to holders of an official Spanish university degree or to holders of an official university degree that was awarded by a university in the European Higher Education Area and that gives access to a master degree in the country in which it was awarded. Master degrees are also open to holders of a university degree awarded by a university in a country that is not part of the European Higher Education Area if the degree has been officially recognised as equivalent to a Spanish qualification that gives access to a master degree. If the applicant s degree has not been recognised officially, the University must first verify that the course of study corresponds to a level of education equivalent to an official Spanish university degree and that the qualification obtained would give access to a master degree in the country in which it was awarded. Admission following this procedure under no circumstances implies the official recognition of the degree or its acceptance for any purpose other than admission to the master degree. If the student successfully completes the master degree, the qualification obtained will be officially valid. In addition to these general university entrance requirements, which apply to all master degree courses, each programme may also have its own specific admission requirements. REGISTRATION To enrol for a master degree taught at UPC or an interuniversity master degree coordinated by UPC, go to the master degree pre-enrolment page: preregistration If the master degree you wish to enrol for is an interuniversity master degree coordinated by another university, you must enrol at the coordinating university. CALENDAR The pre-enrolment period for UPC master degrees is established in the academic calendar. Within this general period, each master degree may have its own schedule. Please consult our website. Autumn semester Pre-enrolment: from March to June Spring semester Pre-enrolment: from October to December tuition fees, scholarships and financial aid The cost of the credit ranges from 40 to 64 euros for ECTS credit. For nonresident foreign students who are not EU nationals, the fee is 1.5 times the amount stated. A full time yearly course has 60 ECTS credits. Erasmus Mundus Master courses have special fees. For further information, visit our website at masters-degrees-courses or contact us at [email protected]. The Institutional Relations and Internationalization Office establishes institutional relations with scholarshipfunding bodies with the aim of facilitating our future international students access to scholarships. Visit our website for further information: international-students/helps-andgrants-for-coming-to-upc. UPC offers students the chance to work in departments and administrative services. * Erasmus Mundus is a higher education cooperation and mobility programme launched by the European Union. Its main goal is to attract highly qualified students by granting a substantial number of scholarships to students from countries not belonging to the European Union. An Erasmus Mundus master degree is a top-quality course backed by the European Union and offered by a joint consortium of at least three European universities. This guarantees student mobility. 13

14 MASTER DEGREES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH Aerospace Engineering Master in Aerospace Science and Technology Applied Sciences Master in Advanced Mathematics and Mathematical Engineering Master in Photonics Erasmus Mundus Master in Photonics Engineering, Nanophotonics and Biophotonics (Europhotonics) Master in Pure and Applied Logic edu Civil Engineering Erasmus Mundus Master in Coastal and Marine Engineering and Management (CoMEM) Erasmus Mundus Master in Computational Mechanics Erasmus Mundus Master in Flood Risk Management Master in Geomatics and Navigation Erasmus Mundus Master in Hydroinformatics and Water Management (EuroAquae) Master in Numerical Methods in Engineering Erasmus Mundus Master in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions (SAHC) 14

15 Industrial Design and Manufacturing Master in Automatic Control and Robotics Master in Management Engineering Master in Nuclear Engineering* Erasmus Mundus Master in Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT) upc.edu Informatics Engineering Master in Artificial Intelligence Erasmus Mundus Master in Data Mining and Knowledge Management (DMKM) Erasmus Mundus European Master in Distributed Computing (EMDC) Master of Innovation and Research in Informatics (MIRI) Erasmus Mundus Master in Information Technologies for Business Intelligence (IT4BI) Telecommunications Engineering Master in Information and Communication Technologies (MINT) Erasmus Mundus Master in Research on Information and Communication Technologies (MERIT) Master in Telecommunication Engineering and Management (MASTEAM) *New master degree introduced in the 2012/2013 academic year. Degree pending approval by the Spanish Universities Council. 15

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17 Master IN AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (MAST) Contact: Ricard González-Cinca Telephone: This master degree provides advanced training in science and technology for aeronautical and space engineering. The programme includes theoretical and practical groundwork and the study of the techniques, methods and processes currently used in aerospace research. Structure The programme consists of a total of 90 credits divided into three semesters worth 30 credits each. Students may enrol in the programme in September (recommended) or February. The autumn semester is devoted to compulsory courses, and the spring semester, to optional courses. Once students have earned 60 credits, they must complete their master s thesis (30 credits) in a university department or an aerospace company. Career prospects Graduates of this master degree will be experts who are qualified to work in: University departments, institutes and research centres, as part of their work on a doctoral thesis. R&D departments in the aerospace field, in industry or similar. Specific requirements A bachelor s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Geology. A bachelor s degree in Aeronautical, Industrial, Mechanical, Telecommunications or Civil Engineering. A diploma in Aeronautics. Further information Programme backed by the Spanish Ministry of Education, the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Centre National d Etudes Spatiales (CNES). Credits: 90 ECTS (3 semesters) 17

18 Master in advanced mathemathics and mathematical engineering (MAMME) Contact: Antonio Rodríguez Ferran Telephone: As reflected in its name, this master degree has a dual academic and professional orientation. On the academic side, it provides the skills and techniques needed for scientific research in general and, more specifically, mathematical research. On the professional side, it provides an advanced background for working in interdisciplinary teams in cooperation with engineers, physicists, biologists and economists. The master degree benefits both from the leading role of Spanish mathematical research at the European level and the technological environment of a technical university such as UPC. Structure The master degree comprises taught courses (45 ECTS credits) and a master s thesis (15 ECTS credits). Courses are offered in five broad fields: Algebra and Geometry, Discrete Mathematics and Algorithms, Modelling in Engineering and Biomedical Sciences, Differential Equations and Scientific Computing. In addition, up to half of the course credits (i.e ECTS credits) may be taken from other master degree courses. This offers an excellent opportunity for specialisation in a given field according to students particular interests. Specific requirements The master degree is addressed to students with good abstract reasoning, an interest in problem solving, strong work habits and a liking for mathematics. A scientific background and a good grasp of basic mathematics are required. Thus, a bachelor s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Economics or Science is recommended, although this list is not exclusive, because all applications are reviewed on an individual basis. Career prospects Some of the career prospects of master degree graduates are academic research (the pursuit of a doctoral degree in mathematics, science or engineering, for instance), mathematical modelling, finance, statistics and applied research (biomedical research centres, computer vision, etc.). Credits: 60 ECTS (2 semesters) 18

19 Master in PHOTONICS Contact: Ramón Vilaseca Telephone: The goal of the master degree in Photonics is to give students strong foundations in different areas of photonics and to provide them with the tools that will enable them to become toplevel pre-doctoral researchers and/or entrepreneurs in the photonics field. All the photonics research institutions in the Barcelona area (UPC, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona and Intitute of Fotononics Sciences, in Spain) participate in this master degree, providing a broad coverage of the field from theoretical to applied aspects. Structure Compulsory subjects (10 ECTS credits) and optional subjects (10 ECTS credits) give a strong foundation in photonics that includes experimental activities. Optional subjects (10 ECTS credits) cover different areas of photonics, and free elective subjects (5 ECTS credits) provide cross-disciplinary knowledge such as business and communication skills. The master s thesis (25 ECTS credits) may be on a range of subjects Specific requirements Bachelor s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Engineering, Optics or Photonics. Bachelor s degrees in other fields such as Biology or Chemistry may also be accepted. Career prospects For many business people, photonics is to the 21st century what electronics was to the 20th century. At present, there is a recognised deficiency in manpower both for researchrelated posts and for industrial jobs in photonics-related technologies. In addition, the creation of small techbased spin-off companies in the area is requiring more and more specialised professionals. Students will be in touch with all the photonics-related research groups working in the area in fields ranging from Quantum Optics to Optical Engineering, and may eventually go on to pursue a doctoral degree with one of these groups. Credits: 60 ECTS (2 semesters) 19

20 Master in Photonics Engineering, Nanophtonics and Biophotonics (Europhotonics) Contact: Ramón Vilaseca Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The goal of this master degree is to give students strong foundations in the different areas of photonics that are becoming increasingly important for present and future technological development. Three European Campuses of Excellence Marseille (Lab. Fresnel, in France), Karlsruhe (KIT, in Germany) and Barcelona (UPC, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona and Intitute of Fotononics Sciences, in Spain) participate in this master degree. Structure This is a two-year programme. The first two semesters (in Marseille and Karlsruhe) provide a solid grounding in photonics, including experimental laboratory activities, transversal knowledge and an internship at a German company or laboratory. Optional courses in the third semester (in Barcelona, Karlsruhe or Marseille) deal with specialised topics in the field of Photonics Engineering (sensors, optical metrology, lasers, optical systems, sound and image, etc.), as well as in the emerging fields of Nanophotonics, Quantum Optics and Biophotonics. The master s thesis (30 ECTS credits) may be worked on at any of the partner institutions. Specific requirements Bachelor s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Engineering, Optics or Photonics. Bachelor s degrees in other fields such as Biology or Chemistry may also be accepted. EU scholarships may be available. Career prospects At present, there is a recognised deficiency in manpower both for research-related posts and for industrial jobs in photonics-related technologies. In addition, the creation of small tech-based spin-off companies in the area is requiring more and more specialised professionals. Students will be in touch with all the photonicsrelated research groups at partner institutions, which offer doctoral programmes with EU grants. further information The master degree includes a two-month internship at a German company at the end of the second semester. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 20

21 Master in PURE and Applied logic Contact: Rafel Farré Telephone: This master degree is a two-year programme that aims to provide a solid background in logic. The courses cover a wide variety of areas, from mathematical logic and applications to other areas such as computer science, artificial intelligence and computational linguistics. In addition, two foundation courses are offered to students who require a basic introduction to logic or mathematics. The next edition of the master degree will take place over the academic years. Structure The master degree comprises five fundamental courses: Mathematical Logic, Computability, Model Theory, Set Theory and Non-Classical Logics, which are compulsory for all students. The remaining courses are optional and cover a wide range of topics. Each course is worth 6 ECTS credits. Students can choose one of the following two options: Professional master degree programme: this option involves writing a master s thesis worth 12 credits. Students may earn 6 credits by participating in a research seminar. The remaining credits are obtained by successfully completing courses. Research master degree programme: students earn 60 credits by successfully completing courses, 24 credits by writing one or two introductory research papers, and a further 6 credits by participating in a research seminar. Students choosing the professional option may complete their courses in four semesters. Those choosing the research option should aim to complete as many courses as possible in the first three semesters, leaving the fourth to undertake and write up their introductory research. Specific requirements Working knowledge of English (B1 level in the Council of Europe s Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Career prospects The master degree promotes the acquisition of skills required for a professional or academic career: creativity, analysis of complex situations, innovation, learning capabilities, research capabilities and strategic decision making. It also promotes other general skills and values such as effective communication, teamwork and professional ethics. On completing the master degree, students will be qualified for: Professional jobs requiring a high capacity for analysis of complex situations and strategic decision making. An academic career and research in many of the central areas in the field of logic. Credits: 90 ECTS (4 semesters) 21

22 Master in Coastal and Marine Engineering and Management (COMEM) Contact: César Mösso Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS This Erasmus Mundus master degree is organised by a consortium of five European higher education institutions: Delft University of Technology (Netherlands), the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Norway), University of Southampton (UK), City University of London and UPC. It is designed to train students within a broad curriculum that will allow them to improve their skills in Coastal and Marine Engineering and Management. Structure The first semester takes place in Trondheim, Norway. The second semester, which starts at the end of January, takes place in Delft. The third semester involves specialising at one of the other three participating universities, and the fourth semester is devoted to the master s thesis. Specific requirements A bachelor s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a degree in a subject relevant to the CoMEM programme. Certificate of English language proficiency (issued in the past two years): a TOEFL score of at least 90 (Internet-based test). A clear and CoMEM-relevant essay in English. A resume (curriculum vitae) in English. UE scholarships may be available. CAREER PROSPECTS Students will specialise in environmental engineering, environmental management and business management. Thus, they will be able to work in almost any area related to coastal and marine engineering and management. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 22

23 Master In COMPUTATIONAL mechanics Contact: Pedro Díez Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The master degree in Computational Mechanics is designed for students who wish to develop their knowledge and competency in the areas of computational mechanics with applications in solids, fluids and interdisciplinary fields. The goal is to provide them with the skills needed to model, formulate, analyse and implement simulation tools for advanced engineering problems. Structure The programme lasts two academic years and includes a master s thesis and training in an industrial or research setting. Specific requirements Prospective students must hold a bachelor s degree (of at least 180 ECTS credits or equivalent) in Civil, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Candidates with a background in other engineering fields or basic sciences (Mathematics or Physics) and a strong affinity for Computational Mechanics are also welcome to apply. UE scholarships may be available. CAREER PROSPECTS A recent report commissioned by the US National Academy of Sciences (Oden T.J., Research Directions in Computational Mechanics, National Research Council Report, USA, 2000) predicts that the next decade will see an explosive growth in the demand for accurate and reliable numerical simulation and optimisation of engineering systems. Thus, the course looks to address real educational needs in Europe and worldwide. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 23

24 Master in flood risk management Contact: Allen Bateman Pinzón Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS Structure YEAR 1 YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4 30 ECTS 30 ECTS 20 ECTS 10 ECTS 30 ECTS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF DRESDEN (GERMANY) UNESCO IHE INSTITUTE FOR WATER EDUCATION (NEHTERLANDS) VACATION UPC UNIVERSITY LUBLJANA (SLOVENIA) MSC THESIS WITH ANYONE OF THE FIVE OR AN INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL Structure Specific requirements A. Proof that the applicant has successfully completed a first degree that is equivalent to a BSc (180 ECTS credits) with a good final mark in civil or environmental engineering, geosciences, environmental sciences, geography, natural resources management, limnology, oceanography, geology or similar subjects. B. Candidates must have an adequate level of spoken and written English. EU scholarships may be available. CAReer prospects On completion of the course, students will be able to: analyse the reciprocal relationships between physical systems, institutional frameworks and the socio-economic environment, and identify future social and climatic pressures and needs and the consequent trends in system management; apply specific practical skills, such as the ability to identify the main physical processes in a given river basin or coastal zone and their interaction with the associated assets and receptors; identify the links between all issues related to flooding in order to apply an integrated approach using the best tools to support decision making for the sustainable management of floods; review scientific literature and carry out independent research; apply sophisticated hydroinformatics and modelling tools and best practices to address the problems of flood risk management; and occupy positions of responsibility as flood risk professionals. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 24

25 Master in geomatics and navigation Contact: Jordi Berenguer Telephone: Geomatics is a technology focused on the analysis, acquisition, management and visualisation of geographic data which makes an intensive use of the ICT in all the processes. It is a multidisciplinary technological field, where the remote sensing technologies are used to observe and get information. The acquired spatial information data has to be managed and processed in order to get useful information suitable for cartographic applications, tracking and prediction of geological terrain effects, civil and environmental engineering projects, hydrology, crisis management, etc. In order to do it, a well knowledge on Geodesy, Mathematics, Electromagnetism, Computer Science, 3D Modelling and Communications are needed. Structure The program consists in 3 semesters of 30 ECTS each one. The 1st and 2nd are organized in 5 subjects of 6 ECTS each one, and the 3rd in 2 subjects of 5 ECTS and a Master Thesis of 20 ECTS. In the admission process, according to the professional experience, background skills and the undergraduate profile, the master director proposes for each student 4 elective subjects between a set of 8, to be coursed on the 1st semester, among the mandatory subject on electromagnetics, homogenizing thus the required student skills for the 2nd semester. The 2nd semester is focused on the Geomatics technology core: remote sensing advanced data processing of GNSS, sensors and navigation systems integration and geospatial modelling and visual representation. Finally, in the 3rd semester there are 2 subjects on mission analysis and integration systems and the communication issues related to the data acquisition and the information dissemination, and the Master Thesis, which can be performed at the university departments or in a company. specific requirements This master is addressed to students coming with an academic profile on civil engineering, telecommunication engineering, aeronautical engineering, topographic engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, geography or geology. career prospects Graduates from this Master degree will be experts qualified to work in R&D&I, in Cartographic Institutes, Geographic Information Companies, Satellite Navigation Industries, Remote Sensing applications, and all the industrial applications where the geographical information is needed. Credits: 90 ECTS (3 semesters) 25

26 Master in HydroinformAtics and Water Management (EUROAQUAE) Contact: Manuel Gómez Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The University of Nice-Sophia Antipolis (France), Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus (Germany), Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Hungary), UPC BarcelonaTech (Spain) and Newcastle University (UK) are the organisers of programme. Structure This master degree includes an introduction to hydroinformatics, common knowledge and soft skills (in the first semester, in all locations); the acquisition of hydroinformatics concepts, methods and tools (in the second semester, in the UK); specialisation in hydroinformatics systems, urban water management, inland water management or decision support systems (in the third semester, in all locations except the UK); and a research project or work placement. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS The admission requirements are a second-class degree or equivalent, preferably in a branch of engineering or a technical science, and a minimum TOEFL paper score of 575, a TOEFL IBT score of 90 or an IELTS mark of 6.5. There are 15 scholarships for non- European students and 15 partial scholarships for European students. UE scholarships may be available CAREER PROSPECTS The main aim is to prepare and train future scientists and executive engineers who will be in charge of modelling and managing projects in hydrotechnologies and environmental science. They will assist local, regional, national and international institutions and public services, as well as private companies. The training students receive is oriented towards: Knowledge of the main processes related to water. Operational and technical knowhow in hydroinformatics and ICT environments. An understanding of decision support systems, risk analysis and strategy building. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 26

27 Master in numerical methods in engineering Contact: Ramon Codina Telephone: The course addresses real educational needs in Europe and worldwide. Computational mechanics is set to become even more multidisciplinary than in the past, and it is expected that in the next decade the demand for accurate and reliable numerical simulation of engineering systems will both undergo explosive growth and have a major impact on our everyday lives. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS A good level of spoken and written English is required. programme The programme of the master degree consists of 12 courses, worth 5 ECTS credits each, and a master s thesis. The courses are as follows: First semester (30 ECTS credits) 1. Numerical methods for PDEs 2. Finite element method 3. Continuum mechanics 4. Continuum mechanics 5. Advanced fluid mechanics 6. Programming for engineers and scientists Second semester (30 ECTS credits) 1. Computational solid mechanics 2. Finite elements in fluids 3. Computational structural mechanics and dynamics 4. Computational wave propagation 5. Two optional courses Third semester (30 ECTS credits) 1. Master s thesis Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 27

28 master in structural analysis of monuments and historical constructions (SAHC) Contact: Pere Roca Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The aim of this master degree is to offer advanced education in the conservation of structures that focuses on architectural heritage. It offers education oriented towards a multidisciplinary understanding of structural conservation through the involvement of experts from complementary fields (engineers, architects, materials scientists and others) at leading European universities. The syllabus is composed of eight units, with six sequential units, a project-based unit and a master s thesis. The units are as follows: SA 1: History of Construction and Conservation; SA 2: Structural Analysis Techniques; SA 3: Seismic Behaviour and Structural Dynamics; SA 4: Inspection and Diagnosis; SA 5: Repairing and Strengthening Techniques; SA 6: Restoration and Conservation of Materials; SA 7: Integrated Project; SA 8: Master s Thesis. Units SA 1 to SA 6 include both theory and application in the context of project-based learning. The integrated project is a project-based course that is focused on solving a real engineering problem. The master s thesis is aimed at developing research and/or professional competencies in the field of conservation and restoration of architectural heritage structures. Structure The master degree lasts 12 months and is held on a rotating basis by the partner universities (the University of Minho in Portugal, UPC in Spain, the Czech Technical University in Prague and the University of Padova in Italy). Coursework is concentrated in two countries each year, but the thesis may be carried out at any of the participating institutions. Students are expected to carry out all their coursework at one university and their thesis at another. In and odd-numbered years, the coursework will be carried out in Guimarães (Portugal) and Prague (Czech Republic). In and evennumbered years, the coursework will be carried out in Barcelona (Spain) and Padova (Italy). A double master degree is awarded by the institutions involved. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS The main admission requirement is a good-quality degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification. Architects wishing to apply should have a solid background in structures. Applicants are typically expected to have a university degree spanning four or five years, although a three-year university degree may be accepted in exceptional circumstances. Students from non-english speaking countries are required to be in possession of one of the following: a paper-based TOEFL certificate (a minimum score of 525), an Internetbased TOEFL certificate (a minimum score of 72), an academic-version IELTS certificate (a minimum score of 6.5) or another recognised language proficiency certificate. UE scholarships may be available. CAREER PROSPECTS Europe is a world leader in knowledge generation, methodology and technology applicable to the conservation and restoration of architectural heritage. Substantial investment in recent years has led to significant advances in experimental and numerical techniques applied to the conservation of architectural heritage structures. The course will provide education and new prospects to engineers and architects who are seeking to acquire experience and develop their careers in the study, conservation and restoration of existing constructions, with a focus on architectural heritage and monuments. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 28

29 Master in Automatic control and robotics Contact: Cecilio Angulo Telephone: The Master s degree in Automatic Control and Robotics is designed for students who wish to develop their knowledge and competency in the areas of automatic control and robotics. It combines knowledge of industrial engineering, such as electrical and mechanical engineering, industrial electronics and some aspects of artificial intelligence. Structure The programme lasts two academic years and includes a Master Thesis, and training in an industrial or research environment. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Proficiency in English and bachelor in Computer Science or any related area. CAREER PROSPECTS This Master trains professionals, technicians with a high degree of excellence in the analysis, management and optimization of process control and robotics, both in industrial engineering, as in the home, social and services environments. These are core activities for the advancement of society, the productivity of the economy of a territory and the quality of life of the population. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 29

30 Master in management engineering Contact: Vicenç Fernández Alarcón Telephone: This master degree aims to provide academic and professional training in effective decision making within organisations in uncertain environments. It provides knowledge and skills related to designing and managing complex organisations from an engineering perspective, including human resource management, financial management, operations management, project management and the distribution of resources. Structure The programme consists of a total of 120 ECTS credits divided into four semesters (two academic years). Its delivery is in the form of blended learning. specific requirements The master degree is addressed to engineers in all fields who are seeking to improve their knowledge and skills in designing and managing complex organisations from an engineering perspective. CAREER PROSPECTS The master degree promotes the acquisition of skills for managing teams and projects in the areas of operations and logistics. It also provides the knowledge, skills and abilities needed by graduates who wish to seek employment in sales, Human Resources and financial and corporate management, and for those wishing to pursue doctoral studies in Business Administration. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 30

31 MASter in nuclear engineering* Contact: Carles Oriol Telephone: The goal of this Nuclear Engineering Master course is to give nuclear engineers a high level of competence that allows them to easily adapt to different positions of responsibility in companies and research centres within the nuclear sector. This Master course has been designed to help students achieve a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical fundamentals of nuclear engineering and the technology associated with power production via nuclear fission chain reactions. Upon completing their studies students will have a clear and broad understanding of the energy conversion chain of nuclear fuel into its final useable form as well as the lifecycles of the related facilities, uranium mining, management of spent nuclear fuel and the process from the initial construction to the decommissioning of a nuclear power plant. Structure This programme is divided into required subject areas (46.5 ECTS) that will provide students with the needed multidisciplinary training, optional subject areas (13.5 ECTS) which students can use to compliment their training in different areas of interest, an obligatory internship (15 ECTS) in a company in the sector or in a research and development centre, and finally the creation of a Master s Final Project (15 ECTS), preferably in conjunction with an internship. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS To qualify for this programme the recommended profile corresponds to people with scientific/technical university studies in Engineering in industrial fields: Industrial Technologies, Materials, Energy, Chemistry, Mechanics and Electricity. Bachelor degrees: Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences. CAREER PROSPECTS In Europe the forecast for employment points towards a high demand for degree holders in this sector and this is not limited to the need to simply fill the natural turnover at European nuclear power plants. The globalisation of the economy and the growing presence of European companies in a variety of projects contributed considerably to the need for qualified personal within the sector. The forecast on the increase in demand for qualified personnel has generated a shared uneasiness among not only Spanish companies but also the regulatory authority known as the Consejo de Seguridad Nuclear (Nuclear Security Counsel). This Master programme focuses not only on training professionals to be highly prepared to reach positions of responsibility within the nuclear power sector but also to prepare qualified personnel for research and development and even lecturing, in this field. teaching methodology The courses will be developed by combining theoretical and practice based activities (demonstration classes, self-guided studies, using computational codes and laboratory practice) with guided visits to different nuclear facilities. An important part of the learning process for students will be combined problem solving via Project Based Learning (PBL), working mostly in small cooperative groups. * New master degree introduced in the 2012/2013 academic year. Degree pending approval by the Spanish Universities Council. Credits: 90 ECTS (3 semesters) 31

32 Master in environomical pathways for sustainable energy systems (select) Contact: Josep Bordonau Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The SELECT master degree starts from basic concepts in the field of renewable energy sources (sun, wind, geothermal and tidal energy) to establish the environomical pathways towards a future sustainable energy system. The syllabus rests on a strong foundation in thermal sciences and emphasises the thermodynamic tools of energy and thermoeconomic analysis. This integrated programme is offered by five top European universities in the field of energy and prepares students for employment in industry. Structure SELECT gives a two-semester advanced introduction to the overall environomical pathways concept at one university (KTH in Sweden), followed by a specialisation at the other participating universities (Politecnico di Torino in Italy, Helsinki University of Technology in Finland, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven in Netherland and UPC in Spain) in the third semester. In the fourth and final semester, students work on their master s thesis in an industrial setting under the supervision of researchers from any of the participating universities. The programme offers extended industrial contacts as part of internships and seminars/workshops. The curriculum is highly integrated in that it ensures student and teacher mobility for joint lectures and makes extensive use of remote teaching by specialist teachers at all five universities. Face-to-face and virtual interactive workshops and projects also feature. The programme offers unique, modern and highly interactive learning materials that enhance students learning process. specific requirements A bachelor s degree in Physics, Chemistry or Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Environmental Engineering) or an equivalent academic qualification from an internationally recognised university. CAREER PROSPECTES The master degree promotes the acquisition of skills for managing teams and projects in the areas of operations and logistics. It also provides the knowledge, skills and abilities needed by graduates who wish to seek employment in sales, HR and financial and corporate management, and for those wishing to pursue doctoral studies in Business Administration. UE scholarships may be available. career prospects The SELECT programme offers students a unique education at a high academic level by researchers and lecturers from five top universities in the field. It aims to ensure direct industrial engagement for participating students. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 32

33 Master in artificial intelligence Contact: Ulises Cortés Telephone: The interuniversity master degree in Artificial Intelligence (MAI) was created as a synergy between the doctoral programme in AI at the Barcelona School of Informatics of UPC, the School of Engineering of Rovira i Virgili University (URV) and the Faculty of Mathematics of the University of Barcelona (UB), all of them in Spain. The master degree guarantees an interdisciplinary education in which computer science intersects with philosophy, psychology, linguistics, engineering and other fields. It guarantees knowledge focused on AI technologies, on the professional practice of AI techniques or on a wider scope. Specific REQUIREMENTS Students with a degree in Computer Science lasting three, four or five years who have a grounding in AI may seek admission to the master degree. Students with a degree in Computer Science with no prior knowledge of AI and graduates of other sciences will be required to demonstrate a sufficient knowledge of computer science and AI or take up to 30 ECTS credits in bridging courses in order to start the course in the first semester. Career prospects The master degree is addressed to students who wish to acquire advanced knowledge in AI in order to occupy positions of responsibility in industry, the public sector or academia, whether in Spain or abroad. The programme covers many research areas related to the design, analysis and application of AI. Students who undertake this master degree will be equipped to: i) Deal with technically complex problems that require a degree of innovation and/or research; ii) Make strategically important decisions within their professional domain; iii) Pursue doctoral studies within the domain of information and communication technologies at UPC, the URV, the UB or abroad. Further information The doctoral degree in Artificial Intelligence, which follows on from this master degree, has been awarded the Spanish Ministry of Education s Quality Award every year since Credits: 90 ECTS (3 semesters) 33

34 master in data mining and knowledge management (DMKM) Contact: Tomàs Aluja Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The DMKM is a European master degree set up by a consortium of six universities: UPC (Spain), Paris VI (France), Lyon 2 (France), Polytech Nantes (France), the Technical University of Bucharest (Rumania) and the University of Eastern Piedmont (Italy). It is supported by the European Commission through the Erasmus Mundus programme.the DMKM master degree is a high-quality programme intended to produce specialised researchers, professionals and managers who are able to extract hidden knowledge from information recorded in databases and the Web. The master degree runs over four semesters. The first is devoted to basic training, and the second and third to two specialisations to be chosen from the following six: E-Science, Data Mining in the Social Sciences, Knowledge and Decision Making, Statistical Modelling and Data Mining, the Semantic Web and Relational Data Mining. The fourth semester is an internship, during which the master thesis is written. structure Students study at two different universities in the consortium. In the first year, students spend the academic year at a French university, and in the second year, students change to one of the remaining universities. Graduates receive two national master degree certificates from the universities at which they have studied, which are fully accredited and recognised by national authorities, in addition to the European Diploma Supplement, which provides information on students areas of specialisation. specific requirements The DMKM master degree is aimed at students from all over the world. Candidates must have a bachelor s degree in Informatics, Mathematics or Statistics, as well as a good level of English (a TOEFL mark of 550 or equivalent). EU scholarships may be available. career prospects Graduates of this master degree have the opportunity to work in areas in which data are important for acquiring new knowledge and making decisions, such as the high-tech industry, business intelligence services, banking and finance, public institutions (particularly in the fields of health, transport and governance), academic environments and research, particularly genomic and medical research. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 34

35 master in distributed computing (EMDC) Contact: Leandro Navarro Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The Erasmus Mundus European Master in Distributed Computing started in 2010 as a cooperative endeavour between the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden, the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) in Portugal and the UPC. It is a two-year master programme that includes built-in mobility for students. The EMDC aims to give the best possible foundation for a career in the research and development of scalable and reliable distributed systems. Structure The programme comprises three semesters of coursework and one semester for the thesis (120 ECTS credits in total). In the first year, students study at the IST or UPC and take courses that cover the core aspects of distributed computing and areas of specialisation. At the IST, the specific profiles offered focus on system reliability, and at UPC, on performance and scalability (performance measurement, tuning, large-scale systems). The third semester at the KTH comprises advanced courses that integrate the content of previous semesters, with students working on large-scale projects and developing research methodology and scientific writing skills, essential for pursuing further education and research. The programme concludes with a master s thesis that is supervised by one of the three institutions. specific REQUIREMENTS A bachelor s degree in Computer Science or similar field worth 180 ECTS credits or equivalent from an internationally recognised university. An excellent knowledge of operating systems, networking, programming languages, computer architecture and computing theory is required, as is proficiency in English. EU scholarships may be available. Career prospects On completing the course, students will understand and be able to design, construct and use large distributed systems. In addition, the course s builtin mobility enhances students cultural awareness and adaptability highly sought-after attributes in the global job market of today. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 35

36 Master in innovation and research in informatics (miri) Contact: Conrado Martínez Telephone: MIRI will prepare the graduates to become experts in the different fields of Informatics like Advanced Computing, Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality, Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, High Performance Computing and Services Engineering. After graduating, they will be able to take high positions in any industry, particularly companies with R&D centres. They will also be able to start an academic career in research, entering a PhD programme. Structure The MIRI is a 2-year (4-semester) programme. The first semester is devoted to Common Training subjects, plus a subject of the specialization elected by the student. In the second semester, students will complete the Common Training subjects and the compulsory subjects of their specialization. During the third semester students will finish their specialization and the elective subjects, which they will choose among all the specializations. The fourth semester is devoted to the Master Thesis, which has to be related to their specialization area. Barcelona School of Informatics of UPC has mobility agreements with several foreign universities that allow students to spend 1 or 2 semesters abroad during the 3rd and/or 4th semesters of MIRI. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Proficiency in English and bachelor in Computer Science or any related area. CAREER PROSPECTS Informatics has become the major driving force in many scientific and technological fields. The MIRI is designed to provide a solid background in different aspects of research in the fields of Advanced Computing, Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality, Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, High Performance Computing and Services Engineering. Graduates of MIRI will have a high capacity to analyze and solve complex problems. Thus they will be qualified to work in any company willing to incorporate emerging technologies in the sector, especially those with R&D centres, public and private research centres or University departments, in which they would develop new research activities and start their PhD. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 36

37 master in information technologies for business intelligence (IT4Bi) Contact: Alberto Abelló Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The IT4BI prepares graduates to respond to professional challenges in business intelligence (BI) and to pursue doctoral studies. It has close ties both to industry and to research and innovation bodies. STRUCTURE The first year is devoted to the fundamentals of BI. The first semester takes place at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (Belgium), and the second, at the Université Françoise-Rabelais Tours (France). Subsequently, all the students participate in the European BI Summer School. In the third semester, the programme offers three specialisations, at the École Centrale Paris (France), UPC (Spain) and the Technische Universität Berlin (Germany), while the fourth semester is dedicated to the master s thesis and can be carried out either as a placement in industry or as an internship in a research laboratory at any of the partner institutions. Finally, all the students gather in the BI: Innovation Meets Research workshop to defend their theses. Graduates will be awarded multiple degrees: the national master degrees from the ULB and the UFRT and the one from the university at which they have specialised. specific REQUIREMENTS Proficiency in English and a bachelor s degree in Computer Science. EU scholarships may be available. CAREER PROSPECTS BI has become an important industrial domain that encompasses many scientific and technological fields, including data warehouses, data mining, content analytics, business process management and visual analytics. It requires competencies in information systems, web science, decision science, software engineering, innovation and entrepreneurship. The Master Degree in Information Technologies for Business Intelligence (IT4Bi) is designed to provide understanding, knowledge and skills in this broad range of fields. Its main aim is to train computer scientists who understand and help to develop the strategies of modern enterprise decision makers. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 37

38 Master in Information and Communication Technologies (MINT) Contact: Josep Solé-Pareta Telephone: [email protected] The master degree in Information and Communication Technologies (MINT) consists of four semesters: the first is devoted to bridging courses, the second, to compulsory courses, the third, to specialisation, and the fourth, to the master s thesis. Three areas of specialisation are available to students: Communications and Signal Processing, Communication Networks, and Electronic Systems. Students are advised to carry out their master s thesis in their chosen area of specialisation, although there is also the option of carrying it out on one of the company internships offered by Telecom BCN (UPC School). Structure specific requirements career prospects The master degree is divided into four semesters worth 30 credits each. Bridging courses start in September and are taken in the autumn semester only, while compulsory courses are held in both spring and autumn. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited institution with bachelor s degree requirements. To be considered for admission, they are required to have a basic knowledge of electrical and telecommunications engineering. The master degree gives special attention to innovation, entrepreneurship and technology transfer in information and communication technologies (ICTs). Two of the compulsory courses (7.5 ECTS credits) are specifically designed for this purpose, and include a seminar series on innovation and entrepreneurship. Students will acquire in-depth scientific knowledge, the skills required to become specialists in different ICT areas and the ability to identify business opportunities in these areas. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 38

39 Master in Telecommunications Engineering and Management (MASTEAM) Contact: Jordi Mateu Telephone: The master degree in Telecommunications Engineering and Management (MASTEAM) trains professionals for work on complex multidisciplinary projects involving the creation of new technologies and applications for existing technologies and telecommunication consulting services. There are two possible areas of specialisation: Telecommunications Networks and Services, and Telecommunications Policies and Business Management. The programme also offers a research track towards a European doctoral degree. Project-based learning (PBL) Wired Data Networks Networks,Systems and Services Wireless and Radio Communications Electronic Circuits, Systems and Instrumentation First year Practical training International (double degrees) Telecommunications Services and Networks Master s thesis Telecommunications Polices and Business Management Research track Doctoral degree Second year Structure specific requirements career prospects MASTEAM applies a project-based learning methodology. - Optional internship: 180 companies and research institutes to choose from. - One or two semesters at another university, with the possibility of obtaining a double degree. A bachelor s degree in telecommunications, electrical and electronic systems or computer science. The design, development and management of telecommunications projects. The creation of innovative products, systems and procedures in accordance with regulations and environmental guidelines. Advanced research in international R&D divisions. further information For further information (syllabus, research teams and projects, awards, scholarships, academic calendar, ECTS credits, etc.), check the MASTEAM website. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 39

40 Master in Research on Information and Communication Technologies (MERIT) Contact: Lise Vierning Telephone: ERASMUS MUNDUS The Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Research on Information and Communication Technologies (MERIT) is a research-oriented master degree focused on information technology and its applications, with an emphasis on communications. MERIT is offered as a national or international programme. The international programme is coordinated by UPC (Spain) and involves five top-level European institutions: UPC, Politecnico di Torino (Italy), Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium), Kungliga Teksniska Högskolan KTH (Sweden) and Karlsruhe Institut für Technologie KIT (Germany). It is backed by the European Commission through the Erasmus Mundus programme. MERIT graduates will have acquired specific skills in engineering and cross-disciplinary skills in bibliographical research, technical writing, scientific communication, innovation management and research project organisation. This knowledge is gained on specific courses, and through the master s thesis and the mentoring provided by the supervisor. STRUCTURE Students following the international programme must complete the course at two different institutions. Students following the national programme must complete the programme at UPC. Compulsory courses: general background in communication and information technologies. Specialisation courses: mastery in particular areas of knowledge. Transversal courses: language and general skills. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Good spoken and written English is compulsory. EU scholarships may be available. CAREER PROSPECTS Doctoral programmes. R&D departments: communication, automotive and aerospace industries. Credits: 120 ECTS (4 semesters) 40

41 other master degrees (Not taught entirely in English or taught in Spanish and/or Catalan) Architecture, Building Construction and Urbanism Master in Architecture, Energy and the Environment Master in Architectural Technology Master in Building Construction Master in Landscaping Master in Theory and History of Architecture Master in Theory and Practice of Architectural Design Master in Urban Management and Valuation Master in Urbanism Applied Sciences Master in Occupational Health and Safety Master in Statistics and Operations Research Health Sciences Master in Optometry and Vision Sciences Biosystems Engineering Erasmus Mundus Master in Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA) Master in Aquaculture Master in Plant Breeding 41

42 Civil Engineering Máster Universitario en Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos [email protected] Master in Civil Engineering [email protected] Master in Geological Engineering Master in Geotechnical and Earthquake Engineering Master in Marine Sciences: Oceanography and Marine Management Master in Structural and Construction Engineering [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Industrial design and manufacturing Erasmus Mundus Master in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering (AMASE) Master in Automotive Engineering [email protected] [email protected] Master in Biomedical Engineering [email protected] Master in Chemical Engineering [email protected] Master in Energy Engineering [email protected] Master in Industrial Electronics and Automatic Systems (MUESAEI) Master in Logistics, Transport and Mobility Master in Materials Science and Engineering [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Master in Engineering of Fibrous Materials Technologies [email protected] Informatics Engineering Master in Informatics Engineering [email protected] 42

43 Telecommunications Engineering Master in Electronic Engineering The Environment, Sustainability and Natural Resources Master in Environmental Engineering Master in Natural Resources Engineering Master in Sustainability Master in Technology for Human Development and Cooperation Others Master in Secondary and Upper Secondary Education, Vocational Training and Foreign Language Teaching Master in Women s, Gender and Citizenship Studies Rectorate Building North Campus 43

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45 Telephone: Doctoral degrees are official postgraduate courses in advanced training and research techniques. Doctoral students main goal is to write and defend a thesis, which leads them to obtain a doctoral degree. Twenty-five of our doctoral programmes have received a designation of excellence by the Spanish Education Ministry for the academic year. Three Erasmus Mundus doctoral programmes are also offered and two more will start in course Doctoral studies contain an academic stage and a research stage. Requirements You may apply for admission to the research stage of a doctoral programme if you fulfil one of the following conditions: You hold an official master degree (or equivalent) issued by an educational institution belonging to the European Higher Education Area. You hold a degree belonging to an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area that has been legalised, is of a level equivalent to the corresponding official master degree in Spain and qualifies you for admission to doctoral studies in the country in which the degree was issued. You have passed 60 ECTS credits on one or more official master degrees taught at UPC. admissions To apply for admission to a doctoral programme, you should contact the coordinator responsible for admission to that particular programme. The contact details of the coordinators and administrative support staff can be found on the programme s information page on the Doctoral Studies Office s website. Candidates are selected on the basis of the following: Degree or degrees obtained. CV. It must include a description of any research you have been involved in and associated publications (if any). Scholarships or financial aid awarded. Other relevant merits. Reasons for applying. tuition fees, scholarships and financial aid The tuition fees for these courses are those that apply to public universities. For further information, contact us at [email protected] UPC offers and manages calls for scholarships. Please contact the Research Employment Advice and Support Unit at [email protected] * ERASMUS MUNDUS is a higher education cooperation and mobility programme launched by the European Union. Its main goal is to attract highly qualified students by granting a significant number of scholarships to students from countries not belonging to the European Union. An Erasmus Mundus doctorate programme is a topquality course backed by the European Union and offered by a joint consortium of at least three European universities. This guarantees student mobility. doc72_en.htm 45

46 Doctoral degrees Architecture, Urbanism and Construction PhD in Urbanism Civil Engineering PhD in Civil Engineering PhD in Construction Engineering PhD in Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics PhDin Environmental Engineering PhD in Geotechnical Engineering PhD in Marine Sciences Industrial Engineering PhD in Automatics, Robotics and Vision PhD in Biomedical Engineering PhD in Chemical Process Engineering PhD in Electrical Engineering Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate in Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Services (SELECT)* PhD in Materials Science and Engineering PhD in Natural Resources and Environment PhD in Nuclear and Ionizing Radiations Engineering 46

47 PhD in Polymers and Biopolymers PhD in Textile and Paper Engineering PhD in Thermal Engineering Sciences PhD in Applied Mathematics PhD in Computational and Applied Physics Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate in Europhotonics, in Photonics Engineering, Nanophotonics and Biophotonics Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering (DOCMASE) PhD in Optical Engineering PhD in Statistics and Operational Research ICT Engineering PhD in Computer Architecture PhD in Computing Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate in Distributed Computing PhD in Electronic Engineering Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate in Interactive and Cognitive Environments (ICE) PhD in Signal Theory and Communications 47

48 studying at upc barcelonatech Useful Information Accommodation The universities of Barcelona have an agreement with the Barcelona Housing Service for Students (BHSS), an organisation specialising in youth accommodation. Students are advised to contact the BHSS via the Internet, or fax well in advance of their moving to Barcelona in order to determine the most suitable type of accommodation (shared flat, rented apartment or university halls of residence). The staff at the BHSS will inform you of the cost of each option. If you decide to use their services, they will ensure that you can go straight to your chosen place of residence when you arrive in Barcelona. Barcelona Housing Service for Students Web: Language Courses UPC offers you the possibility of taking Spanish and Catalan courses. For further information on these language courses, visit the Student Mobility Office section at The website includes other practical information that will help you to prepare for your stay at UPC. issue a student visa labelled ESTUDIOS TOTAL 180 DIAS (180 days of study). This kind of visa will not allow you to obtain another student visa during your stay in Spain, so you will not be able to extend your stay. Please check the Foreign Students section on our website: Medical Insurance If you are a citizen from the European Union covered by public healthcare, you must apply for the European healthcare card in your home country. If you are a citizen from another country, you must find out if there is an agreement between the public healthcare system in your home country and the Spanish one. If there is such an agreement, you must apply in your home country for the certificate that allows you to benefit from public healthcare in Spain. If your case is not covered by the previous points, you must take out private medical insurance for the duration of your stay. Visa Students from countries not belonging to the European Union who come to study for more than three months must apply for a student visa at the Spanish embassy in their home country. Any relatives of students who are thinking of travelling with them must apply for a special kind of visa. N.B.: If the duration of the course you will be taking is less than six months, the Spanish embassy is likely to 48

49 living in barcelona There are many things that make Barcelona a very attractive city to study and live in: its historical and architectural heritage, its culture, its cosmopolitan nature and its privileged location by the Mediterranean Sea. Most UPC schools, departments and facilities are located in Barcelona, but there are some others in nearby cities, although they are all easy to get to on Barcelona s public transport network. To find out more about our city, please visit the website Barcelona by... at index_en.html, in which you ll find foreigners discussing their experience of living in Barcelona. The city of Barcelona is ranked the Best Student City in Spain, and amongst the 11 best in the World, according to QS Best Student Cities 2012 Ranking. 49

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