MSc Computer Engineering

Overview

A one-year master in parallel architectures, embedded systems and networks, in the most affordable of Spain’s large university cities. Total cost of the degree is among the lowest in Western Europe.

Tuition & fees

Tuition

€4,200 / year

Sample data — not verified

Estimated living cost

€850 / month

Indicative estimate for Valencia, not a university figure.

Admission requirements

• Bachelor in computer engineering, informatics or telecommunications
• Coursework in computer architecture and networks
• CV and motivation letter
• Academic transcript

Sample data — not verified · Universitat Politècnica de València — entry requirements

Language requirements

Language: English

• IELTS 6.0

Application deadline

Sample data — not verified · Universitat Politècnica de València — application dates

Program structure

60 ECTS

1. 1Core in advanced computer architecture and distributed systems
2. 2Elective specialisation
3. 3Master's thesis (12 ECTS)

Scholarships

• Generalitat Valenciana study grant

  Fee waiver and maintenance support, means-tested

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About the university

A technical university with strengths in agricultural engineering, design and computing, in the most affordable of Spain’s large university cities.

Founded

1968

Students

28,000

International students

18%

Living in Valencia

A single large campus near the sea in Valencia, where rent runs roughly a third below Madrid or Barcelona.

Application steps

1. 1For a bachelor, non-EU applicants normally need UNEDasiss credential recognition before applying; masters applicants apply directly.
2. 2Submit transcripts, CV and a motivation letter, plus a sworn translation into Spanish where required.
3. 3Provide English or Spanish (DELE B2) language certification depending on the teaching language.
4. 4Accept the place and pay the reservation fee — Spanish masters often charge this well before term starts.
5. 5Apply for the student visa, then register for your TIE residence card within 30 days of arriving.

Official sources

• Universitat Politècnica de València — feesSample data — not verified
• Universitat Politècnica de València — application datesSample data — not verified
• Universitat Politècnica de València — entry requirementsSample data — not verified