Master's degree in Advanced Building Construction Program By Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya · BarcelonaTech (UPC) |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 26QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

18 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

3,735 EURTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master's degree in Advanced Building Construction produces graduates for the building construction sector, which is increasingly automated. In the current context, which has seen a decrease in the number of new buildings being built in Spain, concepts such as sustainability and energy efficiency are increasingly important, as are the recovery, conservation and improvement of built heritage. The master's degree therefore provides an education that confronts the sector's new challenges and the skills students need to understand and deepen their knowledge of the construction process and pursue a research career.

General details

Duration and start date:
1.5 academic years, 90 ECTS credits. Starting September

Timetable and delivery:
Afternoons. Face-to-face

Fees and grants:
Approximate fees for the master’s degree, excluding other costs, €2,490 (€3,735 for non-EU residents).

Location:
Barcelona School of Building Construction (EPSEB)

Program overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master's degree in Advanced Building Construction produces graduates for the building construction sector, which is increasingly automated. In the current context, which has seen a decrease in the number of new buildings being built in Spain, concepts such as sustainability and energy efficiency are increasingly important, as are the recovery, conservation and improvement of built heritage. The master's degree therefore provides an education that confronts the sector's new challenges and the skills students need to understand and deepen their knowledge of the construction process and pursue a research career.

General details

Duration and start date:
1.5 academic years, 90 ECTS credits. Starting September

Timetable and delivery:
Afternoons. Face-to-face

Fees and grants:
Approximate fees for the master’s degree, excluding other costs, €2,490 (€3,735 for non-EU residents).

Location:
Barcelona School of Building Construction (EPSEB)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

72+
59+
160+
5.5+
General requirements Academic requirements for admission to master's degrees Specific requirements Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
  • A pre-EHEA degree or bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline 
  • A diploma  in technical architecture or a bachelor's degree in building engineering
  • A diploma in topography or a bachelor's degree in t opography or geomatics
  • A diploma in public works
  • Another degree (depending on prior learning)  
Required documents: university degree certificate, academic record and employment record
Admission criteria
  • Academic record
  • Employment record
  • Knowledge of English, Level B1 (optional)
  • Candidates who are not native speakers of Spanish must provide proof of having attained Level B2.
1.5 Years
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

2,490 EUR
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International Students

3,735 EUR
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