Program Overview

Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial

The Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial (Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering) is a postgraduate program offered by the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). This master's degree enables students to practice the regulated profession of industrial engineer and provides a multidisciplinary technical and scientific education in the field of industrial technologies.

Objectives

The main objective of this master's program is to offer a comprehensive education in industrial engineering, covering various aspects of the field, including technology, management, and organization. The program aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to work in different areas of industrial engineering, such as design, development, implementation, and management of industrial systems, processes, and products.

Structure

The master's program consists of 120 ECTS credits, which can be completed in two academic years. The program is divided into four quadrimesters, each with a specific set of courses and activities. The first quadrimester focuses on foundational courses, while the second and third quadrimesters cover more specialized topics. The fourth quadrimestre is dedicated to the final project and other activities.

Courses

The program includes a wide range of courses, such as:

• Aplicacions de Tecnologia Elèctrica i Energètica (Applications of Electrical and Energy Technology)
• Control en L'Espai D'Estats (Control in State Space)
• Disseny i Anàlisi D'Estructures (Design and Analysis of Structures)
• Disseny i Construcció de Plantes Industrials i Serveis Complementaris (Design and Construction of Industrial Plants and Complementary Services)
• Implementació de Sistemes Electrònics per a la Indústria (Implementation of Electronic Systems for Industry)
• Laboratori de Sistemes de Control i Electrònica Industrial (Laboratory of Control Systems and Industrial Electronics)
• Logística Industrial (Industrial Logistics)
• Organització de Sistemes Productius (Organization of Productive Systems)
• Tecnologia Elèctrica (Electrical Technology)
• Tecnologia Energètica (Energy Technology)

Specializations

The program offers several specializations, including:

• Automàtica i Robòtica (Automation and Robotics)
• Enginyeria Biomèdica (Biomedical Engineering)
• Enginyeria Elèctrica (Electrical Engineering)
• Electrònica (Electronics)
• Energia (Energy)
• Construcció i Estructures (Construction and Structures)
• Tecnologies de la Informació per a la Indústria (Information Technologies for Industry)
• Enginyeria Mecànica (Mechanical Engineering)
• Ambientalització de Processos (Process Environmentalization)
• Organització Industrial (Industrial Organization)
• Tecnologia Paperera i Gràfica (Paper and Graphic Technology)
• Disseny i Tecnologia Tèxtil (Textile Design and Technology)
• Energia Tèrmica (Thermal Energy)
• Enginyeria Nuclear (Nuclear Engineering)

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Have a strong academic record
• Demonstrate proficiency in English (B2 level) and Spanish (B2.2 level) for international students
• Pass a selection process, which includes an evaluation of the student's academic record, language proficiency, and other relevant factors

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, including:

• Industrial engineering
• Automation and robotics
• Energy and environment
• Construction and infrastructure
• Logistics and supply chain management
• Research and development
• Consulting and advisory services

Double Degree Agreements

The UPC has double degree agreements with several international universities, allowing students to earn two master's degrees in two years. The agreements are available with universities in countries such as France, Germany, Italy, and the United States.

Quality Assurance

The Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial has received several quality assurance certifications, including the European University Association (EUA) and the Spanish Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation (ANECA). The program is also accredited by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain.

Research Areas

The program is connected to various research areas, including:

• Industrial engineering
• Automation and robotics
• Energy and environment
• Construction and infrastructure
• Logistics and supply chain management
• Materials science and engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Nuclear engineering

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar for the Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial is available on the UPC website. The calendar includes important dates, such as the start and end of each quadrimestre, holidays, and exam periods.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial vary depending on the student's nationality and residence status. The fees are available on the UPC website.

Contact Information

For more information about the Màster Universitari en Enginyeria Industrial, please visit the UPC website or contact the university's admissions office.