Barcelona€17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities €17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (all nationalities)
37% maths and foundations · 9% free electives
Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering
Grado en Ingeniería de MaterialesTranslated
Our classification by 52 module titles, weighted by credits.
A 4-year bachelor's programme, taught in Catalan, Spanish and English, in Barcelona.
Final projectCredits: 12292 of 1528 similar publish this
Places40 places1168 of 1528 similar publish this
Price€17.69/ credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities €17.69/ credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities For you · all nationalities
Next dateClasses start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027Starts
LanguageCatalan, Spanish and English
Duration4 years
What you will study
52 modules published
Across 4 years of study.
Where will you be?
8 semesters, one by one
Each block is what the institution publishes for that semester.
Year 1
5 modules30 ECTS
5 modules30 ECTS
Year 2
5 modules30 ECTS
5 modules30 ECTS
Year 3
5 modules30 ECTS
5 modules30 ECTS
Year 4
3 modules18 ECTS
Final project12 ECTSSemester not stated
StudyFinal projectYear known, semester not
How does study run?
6 lines through 4 years
One line per theme. Hollow stop: the semester isn't stated. Our classification by module titles.
Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4
Specialist subjects
Fundamentals of Mechanics and Waves
Fundamentals of Materials Engineering
Engineering MaterialsObtaining and Processing of Materials
Graphic ExpressionElasticity and StrengthMetals and Alloys
Structural CharacterisationStructural and Technological CeramicsElectronic, Thermal and Optical Behaviour of Materials+2
Functional MaterialsMaterialographyPolymers and Hybrid Materials
Circularity in MaterialsMaterials TechnologyIndustrial Technology
Selection of Materials
Maths and foundations
Linear AlgebraCalculus IFundamentals of Chemistry
Calculus IIFundamentals of Electromagnetism and OpticsChemistry
StatisticsPolymer ChemistryPhysical Chemistry of Materials
Physical Metallurgy
Projects and labs
Basic Laboratory for Engineering
Materials LaboratoryProyectos
Data and computing
Applied Computing
Business and management
Economics and Business
Thesis
Bachelor's Thesis
Year 1 · 10 modules
Fundamentals of Mechanics and Waves
Linear Algebra
Calculus I
Fundamentals of Chemistry
Applied Computing
Fundamentals of Materials Engineering
Calculus II
Fundamentals of Electromagnetism and Optics
Chemistry
Basic Laboratory for Engineering
Year 2 · 10 modules
Engineering Materials
Obtaining and Processing of Materials
Statistics
Polymer Chemistry
Physical Chemistry of Materials
Graphic Expression
Elasticity and Strength
Metals and Alloys
Physical Metallurgy
Economics and Business
Year 3 · 10 modules
Structural Characterisation
Structural and Technological Ceramics
Electronic, Thermal and Optical Behaviour of Materials
Corrosion and Degradation
Plasticity. Fracture Mechanics
Functional Materials
Materialography
Polymers and Hybrid Materials
Materials Laboratory
Proyectos
Year 4 · 5 modules
Circularity in Materials
Materials Technology
Industrial Technology
Bachelor's Thesis
Selection of Materials
How does the focus shift?
From maths and foundations to specialist subjects
Share of modules by theme in each semester. Our classification by module titles.
Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
- Specialist subjects
- Maths and foundations
- Data and computing
- Business and management
- Projects and labs
- Thesis
What are all the subjects?
All 52 modules
Year 1 · 10 modules · 60 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Year 2 · 10 modules · 60 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 2o semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Basic | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Year 3 · 10 modules · all required · 60 ECTS
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Year 4 · 5 modules · 36 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 1r semestre 2o semestre | Thesis | 12 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 2o semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Modules · 17 modules · 60 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 2o semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 6 |
| · 1r semestre 2o semestre | Internship | 6 |
| · 1r semestre 2o semestre | Internship | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
The degree in facts
LevelGrado · EQF 6, ISCED 6
QualificationGrado en Ingeniería de Materiales
Credits240 ECTS
DeliveryOn campus
Thesis / final project
- Credits12
- RequiredYes
Places40 places
How it differs
Against similar programmes
Where this programme leans, compared with the same level and field.
What is there more of here?
More projects and labs than 4 of 6 similar
Share of credits by theme. Right: modules counted. Our classification by module titles.
This programmeBachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering
UB
UB52
- Specialist subjects
- Maths and foundations
- Data and computing
- Business and management
- Society, ethics and law
- Languages and communication
- Research methods
- Projects and labs
- Internship
- Thesis
- Free electives
Is this a typical programme?
Less maths and foundations than usual
Share here against the average of 6 similar programmes. Our classification by module titles.
More here than typical
Specialist subjects
Less here than typical
Maths and foundations
Data and computing
About the same as typical: projects and labs, internship, society, ethics and law, thesis, business and management.
Which year differs most?
Year 3 stands out most
The same mix of themes, cut by year of study. Our classification by module titles.
Year 2
Close to similar programmes
This programme
Year 3
More projects and labs 20% against 0% at most
This programme
- Specialist subjects
- Maths and foundations
- Data and computing
- Business and management
- Languages and communication
- Projects and labs
What is only here?
23 modules not found at 6 similar programmes
Matched by title, so treat it as a hint to check.
Specialist subjects
16- Fundamentals of Materials Engineering
- Structural Characterisation
- Structural and Technological Ceramics
- Circularity in Materials
- Electronic, Thermal and Optical Behaviour of Materials
- Corrosion and Degradation
- Elasticity and Strength
- Functional Materials
+8 more
- Materialography
- Metals and Alloys
- Obtaining and Processing of Materials
- Plasticity. Fracture Mechanics
- Polymers and Hybrid Materials
- Selection of Materials
- Materials Technology
- Industrial Technology
Maths and foundations
5- Chemical Documentation
- The Chemistry of Construction Binding Materials
- Polymer Chemistry
- Physical Metallurgy
- Physical Chemistry of Materials
Data and computing
1- Improvements in Materials and Chemistry through Artificial Intelligence Tools
Projects and labs
1- Materials Laboratory
Where you'll study
Studying in Barcelona
What is the campus like?
City sizeOver 1 million people · our calculation from Wikidata: about 1,731,649 in 2025
Distance to the centre≈ 1.2 km from the centre, straight line · our calculation
HousingRooms run by the institution
RankingARWU 2026: 151-200, world
FacilitiesGymInferred, Library, Sports fields, Sports hall, Stadium, Tennis courts
FoodMeal planInferred
The rest of what we hold on UB is on its page.
What it costs
At least €1,091.61 for the first year
What does the first year cost?
≥ €1,091.61 first year · 2026/27 · all nationalities · our sum
Tuition 2026/27 · 60 credits€1,061.40
Application fee€30.21
?Not published: living costs
Add your own figures Not published. Only you see these, nothing is saved.
Every fee as the institution publishes it (1)
| Fee | Who pays it | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | All applicants | 2026/27 | €17.69 / credit |
Scholarships·Unknown
Is that expensive?
A typical price
Among 31 similar programmes, in euros / credit
This programme €18
Costs more than 19 of 30 similar programmes. Half of them cost between €17 and €18.
Same level, field and language. Years differ; euros are approximate (ECB).
All 31, cheapest first
How to start
Starts: Classes start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027
When does it happen?
Deadlines?Not found on official pages
What do they ask for?
Selection criteriaKind: Cutoff grade · Grade: 8.500 · Month: 2026-07 · Stage: start of the admission process, PAU and FP route · 2026
Prior educationAlso: PAU or equivalent / CFGS · Level: Upper secondary
How to apply·Unknown
What else to look at
Other options
How do the alternatives compare?
6 of 6 similar publish a price
Similar: same level, field and language, Spain
The first two matches side by side with this programme, then 4 more.
| This programmeBachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering UB | SimilarBachelor's Degree in Telecommunications Electronics Engineering UB | SimilarBachelor's Degree in Mathematical Engineering Complutense Madrid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €17.69 / credit · 2026/27 | €17.69 / credit · 2026/27 | €128.57 / credit · 2026/27 |
| Duration | 4 years | 4 years | 4 years |
| Language | Catalan, Spanish and English | Catalan, Spanish and English | Spanish and English |
| Next date | Not published | Not published | Not published |
0 of 6 publish a next date.
Complutense Madrid · MadridSpain
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
Grado en Ingeniería QuímicaTranslated
€19.43–€128.57 / credit · 2026/27 · by citizenship €19.43 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (EU/EEA) €128.57 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (non-EU)
42% maths and foundations · 13% free electives
Complutense Madrid · MadridSpain
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science and Technology
Grado en Ciencia y Tecnología de los AlimentosTranslated
€20.68–€136.44 / credit · 2026/27 · by citizenship €20.68 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (EU/EEA) €136.44 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (non-EU)
25% maths and foundations · 18% free electives
€17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities €17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · for you (all nationalities)
26% maths and foundations · 13% data and computing
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The short version
The programme, from the facts
Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering is a bachelor's programme in engineering and technology at Universitat de Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. It takes 4 years. It carries 240 ECTS credits. Teaching is in Catalan, Spanish and English.
The institution publishes 52 modules, of which 15 are optional. By our classification of module titles, the largest themes are maths and foundations (24%), free electives (13%) and projects and labs (7%).
It includes a final thesis.
How much does Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering cost?
€17.69 / credit · 2026/27 · all nationalities.
When is the next deadline or start?
Classes start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027 (Starts).
What language is it taught in?
Catalan, Spanish and English.
How long does it take?
4 years.
Where is it?
Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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Everything we hold
All 16 fields we hold
Every value with its source, and every field we looked for but could not find.
Admission · 2 with values · 1 without
Language requirement?Not found on official pages
Prior educationAlso: PAU or equivalent / CFGS · Level: Upper secondary
Selection criteriaKind: Cutoff grade · Grade: 8.500 · Month: 2026-07 · Stage: start of the admission process, PAU and FP route · 2026
Programme · 10 with values
QualificationGrado en Ingeniería de Materiales
Credits240 ECTS
DeliveryOn campus
Duration4 years
Language of instructionCatalan, Spanish and English
LevelGrado · EQF 6, ISCED 6
Places40 places
Start ruleNote: Inferred from the institution-wide academic calendar; the programme page does not state its own start, and an individual programme may start on another date. · Rule: Classes start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027 · Scope: Institution calendar · Applies to: All · Start date: 14 Sep 2026 · 2026/27 · Second term window: 1 Feb 2027; 8 Feb 2027Inferred
StructureFacultad de Química · Type: Managing centreCredit distribution · Basic: 72 · Total: 240 · Thesis: 12 · Elective: 24 · Compulsory: 132 · Internship: 0
Thesis / final projectCredits: 12 · Required: Yes
Institution record: Universitat de Barcelona