Developing tomorrow’s technology leaders in an ecosystem full of possibilities
UNITECH’s Corporate Partners
Our Corporate Partners are very interested in engaging with UNITECH students to solve the most pressing challenges in our society and shape a better future.
You may engage with the CPs during events or simply by reaching out. These conversations often result not only in an internship, but also in future projects and collaborations that may benefit generations to come.
UNITECH Academic Partners
Aalto University, Espoo, Finland
Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden
INSA Lyon, Villeurbanne, France
Loughborough University, Loughborough, United Kingdom
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
Politecnico di Milano, Milan, Italy
RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany
Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain
THE PROGRAMME
UNITECH Programme is an exclusive Leadership Development Programme for talented Master’s students from all STEM disciplines.
Why to apply?
Join the UNITECH Programme and unlock a world of possibilities for your future! By becoming a UNITECH Programme participant, you’ll embark on a transformative journey that will shape you into a highly qualified, internationally experienced engineering graduate by providing you with:
• International Experience: Immerse yourself in a global setting through exchange programs and internships, giving you a minimum of one year of invaluable international exposure and a possibility to write your final thesis with our Corporate Partner. This unique opportunity will broaden your horizons and open doors to a world of diverse cultures and professional landscapes.
• Expert Coaching: Each module is meticulously organized and supported by a team of experienced coaches drawn from our extensive network. Benefit from their guidance and expertise as you navigate through the programme. These dedicated professionals are committed to helping you unlock your full potential.
• Skill Development: The UNITECH Programme equips you with essential skills in managing a wide range of people, tasks, and professional situations. By navigating through challenging scenarios, you’ll emerge with highly developed skills and knowledge that will set you apart from the crowd.
• Extensive Connections: Forge valuable connections through the UNITECH Programme at two distinct levels. Firstly, you’ll establish professional connections with our esteemed UNITECH Corporate Partners, providing you with invaluable industry insights and opportunities. Secondly, you’ll build personal connections that extend beyond the typical HR-driven contacts, fostering relationships that can truly shape your future.
• Network Expansion: Amplify your professional and personal network by engaging with like-minded individuals from our esteemed UNITECH Academic Partners and the vibrant Alumni Association (UAA). By connecting with these individuals, you’ll tap into a diverse community of innovative thinkers, facilitating knowledge sharing and fostering future collaborations.
• Mutual Benefits: All these connections are designed to foster mutual growth and create opportunities for innovation and knowledge sharing. By leveraging these networks, you’ll position yourself for long-term success and propel your career to new heights.
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Joint Modules
To set you on a trajectory towards a fulfilling and prosperous career, in the UNITECH Programme you will attend three unique and specially designed UNITECH modules:
Start-Up Week
You will join fellow students in a dynamic environment for the first time. You will engage in activities and discussions that foster self-discovery and enhance your business skills. You will enjoy the close contact with the network, who brings value through formal events, such as presentations on key themes, and informal opportunities for in-depth discussions on cutting-edge topics. These interactions are the start of your personal connections.
Mid-Term Week
Experience the excitement of tackling real-life business issues during the Mid-Term Week. Our esteemed Corporate Partners provide case assignments that challenge you to deliver tangible results. Many of these solutions are implemented directly within our Corporate Partners’ operations or strategies, showcasing the real-world impact of your efforts.
As your UNITECH journey nears its completion and you prepare to enter the professional world, the End-of-Year module provides a platform for reconnection. Engage in a mix of formal and informal interactions with the UNITECH network, seamlessly woven into this final module. Showcase your expertise by leading workshops on areas of interest, sharing your knowledge with fellow UNITECH colleagues. Throughout this process, receive valuable coaching to support your growth and development.
Eligibility
The UNITECH Programme is only available to full-time degree-seeking students of the UNITECH Academic Partners.
Students in their 3rd and 4th year of STEM studies can submit an application for participation in the UNITECH programme during their 4th or 5th year. You will find the prerequisites under your home university section.
Please note: Students from non-partner universities cannot participate in the UNITECH Programme.
English
English is the language of the UNITECH Program and therefore all UNITECH students are required to have a proficient knowledge of English (spoken and written).
Application
Each university sets its own application deadline. Please refer to your home university section regarding the application deadline.
You will be asked to fill in the UNITECH online application with:
• Essay questions in English
• Study plans for each of your three target universities (3 separate study plans). Please consider the guidelines of each university (which departments are open for UNITECH students, minimum number of courses from each department)
• CV in English (PDF)
• Transcript of records in English (PDF)
For more information and to start your application visit our website here.
Selection and Assessment Center
Following the application deadline, students will be selected by their home university to attend an Assessment Center, which is locally organized online by the home universities and the UNITECH Office. Corporate Partners will take part as Assessors in the process of selecting the fitting candidates to form each year ’s cohort of UNITECH students. A confirmation of acceptance into the UNITECH Programme will be given at the end of the Assessment Center day.
Allocation to host university
We carefully allocate students to their selected universities to achieve the optimal balance of individual preferences and group dynamics. The allocation will be accounced by the Local Office Coordinators by the beginning of April.
Financial support by UNITECH
Students accepted into the UNITECH Programme will receive a 1’000€ grant to cover travel costs related to the Joint Modules.
Our Partners
Our ever-growing list Corporate and Academic Partners can be found here.
Exchange
1 or 2 semesters (at least 20 ECTS per semester (excl. language courses)
You will spend one or two semesters at one of the UNITECH Academic Partner universities, living and studying in a foreign country, where you will extend your studies in engineering.
The Local Coordinator at your home and host university supports you in the administrative procedures and we strongly advise you to check the possible exchange duration with these entities.
Please note: The requirement of gaining a min. of 20 ECTS from the exchange has to be fulfilled by passing conventional taught courses/modules. Projects, thesis and language courses will not count towards the 20 ECTS. You may find that small research projects are offered by some host universities in their course catalogue, where they are listed as courses, and whose grades and credits will be published on your transcript so that this activity can be transferred back to your home university de -
gree; those projects can be counted towards the 20 ECTS requirements. Projects, thesis and language courses can be considered for credits beyond the first 20 ECTS and only if these credits are published on official documents (transcript, professors’ letters, certificate of attendance etc.).
Please note that accommodation is not guaranteed.
Internship
At least one internship with one CP for at least 4 months (6 months are recommended)
During the internship in a foreign country with one of our UNITECH Corporate Partner companies, is where you get insights into a specific company in which you may have an employment interest and extend your abilities to perform internationally. Your qualities as a UNITECH student are seen as a valuable addition to a Corporate Partner’s talent resources.
You will have plenty of opportunities during your time at UNITECH to connect with our corporate partners, which might lead to an internship. For example, you can start a conversation during the UNITECH modules, participate in the designated event “Career Interviews,” or simply connect with company representatives on our platform “VeryConnect.”
Financial support during the internship
During the internship, UNITECH students will be compensated according to the practices of the Corporate Partner which should cover at least the living costs.
UNITECH Alumni Association
After having completed all the required activities, obtaining your MSc degree (or an MEng from Loughborough University) from your university and being honored the UNITECH fellowship, you automatically join the UNITECH Alumni Association (UAA). The UAA serves as a close-knit network, connecting ambitious young engineering professionals who have successfully completed the UNITECH Programme. Its primary objective is to uphold the UNITECH spirit while facilitating effective communication among its members, the UNITECH Office, and our Academic and Corporate Partners. UAA has a rich programme of educational and social events for its members. On the country level, the UAA organizes various events with Local Chapters. They can answer a wide range of questions concerning the programme, as well as organize local get-together events.
The Programme Structure
Home University
Current Master’s studies
Application / Assessment Center
Start-Up Week
Host University
Corporate Partner
Exchange with an Academic Partner in the Autumn and / or Spring semester / continue Master’s studies
Mid-Term Week
Internship / Master’s Thesis (ideally in a different country)
End-of-Year
Home University
Explore
Complete Master’s degree
Requirements to graduate from the UNITECH Programme
3 Joint Modules
Start-Up Week, Mid-Term Week and End of Year
Academic Exchange
1 or 2 semesters (at least 20 ECTS per semester (excluding language courses)
Internship
At least one internship with one CP for at least 4 months (6 months are recommended)
Master’s degree
UNITECH Fellowship
Once all UNITECH Credit requirements are fulfilled and you have obtained your home Masters Degree, you are eligible to receive the UNITECH Fellowship certificate.
*Please ensure you consult with your home university, if it has its own requirements in terms of a) number of credits to be taken on the exchange and b) number of weeks to be on work placement for
Partner Universities
Aalto University is a public research university, established in 2010 as a merger of three prestigious Finnish universities: the Helsinki University of Technology, the Helsinki School of Economics and the University of Art and Design Helsinki. The beautiful Aalto campus locates in Otaniemi, Espoo, only 15 min from Helsinki city centre. It is right by the sea and nature reserves, yet within excellent public transport connections.
Aalto has six schools, four of which operate in the fields of science and technology, one in business, and one in arts and design. The four schools of technology have a leading position in Finland, and they continue the technology teaching that began in 1849. The university has around 14,000 full-time students and 5,000 staff members, making it Finland’s second largest university. Finland scores high in international rankings in education, safety, and quality of life.
Aalto is Finland’s number 1 university in technology in several rankings. In industry collaboration it was ranked 23rd in the world by Leiden ranking in 2024. Aalto is ranked number 1 in Finland and 28th in Europe by THE Most International Universities 2025.
Along with a world-class education, Aalto offers you a truly international landscape and vibrant, innovative community. Aalto’s entrepreneurship ecosystem gives birth for up to 100 new startups each year, providing highly appraised model for the role that universities can play in pioneering a system for regional innovation.
Programme Director
Jouni Paltakari unitech@aalto.fi
Local Coordintor
Anja Hänninen
+358503841589
unitech@aalto.fi
Participating Departments
School of Chemical Engineering CHEM
School of Electrical Engineering ELEC
School of Engineering ENG
School of Science SCI
Information for Outgoing Students
MSc(Tech) students in the beginning of their master’s studies can apply. For Aalto students the Programme consists of one semester of study exchange and the Master’s Thesis as internship.
More information can be found here.
Information Event
Will be updated here Application
19 Jan. 2026 Assessment
13 Feb. 2026
Please note that Aalto University students cannot participate in academic exchange at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) in 2026.
Information for Incoming Students
Incoming MSc exchange students are required to have good level of English language (B2). BSc degree or similar must be complete Closer instructions can be found here.
Minimum 2/3 of the courses must be selected from one Aalto school.
Teaching Language
English in MSc programmes.
Course Catalogue
Information for incoming exchange students can be found on Aalto Exchange Students page and Exchange Students at the Schools of Technology page.
The full Course Catalogue can be found here.
Useful links
• University website
• Academic calendar
• Practical information for new international students
• Student union AYY and student life
Please note that Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) students cannot participate in academic exchange at Aalto University in 2026.
Chalmers University of Technology, founded in 1829, is a private institution owned by a foundation located in Gothenburg. The university hosts 13 departments which carry out research and teaching mostly within engineering, science and architecture and it is one of the largest and most highly acclaimed universities of technology in Scandinavia. The total number of students is about 10´000 of which about 30 percent are international students. Chalmers has partnerships with major industries, mostly in the Gothenburg region, and all education is linked to excellent research. Chalmers offers a safe and open-minded study environment with attractive, spacious study areas and computer labs which are accessible at all times. Chalmers has the ambition to use modern pedagogical techniques such as problem-based learning and project-based teamwork under realistic conditions.
Participating Departments
Biology and Biological Engineering
Civil Engineering
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Communication and Learning in Science
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial and Materials Science
Programme Director
Mikael Enelund
+46 31 772 51 15
mikael.enelund@chalmers.se
Mathematical Sciences
Mechanics and Maritime Sciences
Microtechnology and Nanoscience
Physics
Space, Earth and Environment
Technology Management and Economics
Local Coordinator
Hanna Jageklint
hanna.jageklint@chalmers.se
UAA Local Chapter
uaa.lcc.sweden@unitech-international.org
Information for Outgoing Students
Only students who are currently enrolled in the third year of the five-year engineering programmes are eligible to apply to UNITECH. Students from all engineering fields are welcome to apply.
Information events
09 Oct. 2025 - International Study Abroad Fair
14 Oct. 2025 - digital information session about UNITECH
Application deadline
05 Feb. 2026
Useful links
Assessment Centre 20 Feb. 2026
• Exchange studies and international opportunities
• Information for prospective UNITECH exchange students
Information for Incoming Students
BSc of Engineering degree or equivalent at home university must be completed. Thesis work can’t be done at Chalmers.
Teaching Language
English at all MSc programmes.
Course Catalogue
You find Chalmers course catalogue here. You can apply for courses that are open for exchange students. Make sure to select the right study period (sp): fall semester (sp 1 and 2) or spring semester (sp 3 and 4). Note: We cannot guarantee your admittance to all courses you have applied for. Changes can be done until the month before the start of semester. You should select courses from different block schedules to avoid overlap in the schedule.
Useful links
• University website
• Academic year and examination period
• Swedish Migration Agency
INSA Lyon is one of France’s largest engineering graduate schools and among the top 10 universities of Science and Technology in Europe. Since its creation in 1957, INSA Lyon included both international and human and social aspects in the curriculum of its engineers. In fact, equal importance is given to its international relations and openness as to the quality of its education and research. The international arena has been an essential area for development notably through numerous educational and research partnerships: 200 partner universities, 75% students study abroad, 30% foreign students on the campus and 10 foreign languages taught at INSA Lyon. INSA Lyon is a leader in science education, as well as a pioneer in terms of its policies concerning accessibility and diversity. It graduates over 800 engineers each year in 9 fields of specialization.
Participating Departments
Biosciences (BS)
Civil Engineering (GCU)
Computer Sciences (IF)
Electrical Engineering (GE)
Energy and Environment Engineering (GEN)
Programme Director
Damien Fabregue
+33 4 72 43 81 79
dri@insa-lyon.fr
Industrial Engineering (GI)
Material Sciences (SGM)
Mechanical Engineering (GM)
Telecommunication (TC)
Local Coordinator Claire Alexandre unitech@insa-lyon.fr
UAA Local Chapter Coordinators uaa.lcc.france@unitech-international.org
Information for Outgoing Students
Students of 3rd and 4th year can apply to participate in UNITECH Programme during the 4th or 5th year. Excellent academic and linguistic level is compulsory to apply to UNITECH Programme. Information
9 Oct. 2025
Nov. 2025
Information for Incoming Students
Excellent academic level is compulsory to apply to INSA Lyon.
Teaching Language
According to the chosen study scheme, level B1 is compulsory, B2 is recommended, in French or in English.
Academic Year
First semester: mid-September to end of January
Second semester: February to end of June (Note that the departments: “Industrial Engineering=GI” and “Energy and Environment Engineering=GEN” can’t receive students during the spring semester -S2-).
Examination Periods
January and June.
Useful links
• University website
• UNITECH page for INSA
• Registering for Courses taught in English and Regular Courses
• Application/information page
Loughborough University it is one of the UK’s leading universities, with a reputation for excellence in teaching and research, strong links with business and industry and unrivalled sporting achievement. Teaching at Loughborough University has consistently been rated excellent in independent assessments, placing the University towards the top of the teaching quality tables. In order to sustain this exceptional quality, the University has developed strong academic, guidance and welfare systems to support students throughout their education. The university was awarded two national centres for excellence in teaching and learning; one in industry and employer linked engineering education, and the other in mathematics and statistics support, the university is internationally known for the innovative work of the two centres. Loughborough University has maintained its top five ranking for a second successive year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and remains the top university in the Midlands.
Participating Departments
Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
Department of Materials Engineering
School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
Civil Engineering* within the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering
*Note for INCOMING exchange students: The majority of modules on our Integrated Masters Civil Engineering programme are now taught as year-long modules and so unless you are already a postgraduate student you would only have the option of completing a year-long study exchange in that subject area. There is a possibility of taking postgraduate modules, which remain semester-long but this option is considered carefully by the University on a case-by-case basis.
Note: The School of Business and Economics is NOT a participating School.
Note: Students need to be able to align to one of the above Schools or departments and choose the majority if not all modules from one School or department.
Information for Outgoing Students
Students must be enrolled on one of the applicable MEng programme pathways. You will need to talk to your UNITECH Programme Director and/or Local Coordinator for eligibility in relation to your programme. Students from all Engineering Schools are welcome to apply.
Information Event
Nov. 2025 Application
12 Jan. 2026
Information for Incoming Students
Course Catalogue
Centre 5 Feb. 2026
• First, please read the guidance notes on coming to Loughborough University to complete your study exchange within the UNITECH programme.
• Exchange students choose modules from the Incoming Exchange Student Module Catalogue. Please note that there will be significant changes to the modules available in The School for Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering in the academic year 2026 - 27. Single Semester Exchange students will only be able to take masters level modules.
• You can then view module descriptions through the main Catalogue of Modules website by clicking on the relevant participating department.
Academic Year
The term dates can be found here.
Accommodation
Students are encouraged to do a full exchange year (Autumn & Spring) or to do their academic exchange in the Spring semester to increase their chances of finding accommodation.
Programme Director
Andrew Watson
+44 (0)1509 227202
a.watson@lboro.ac.uk
Useful links
• University website
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Local Coordinator
Claire Thorpe
C.M.Thorpe@lboro.ac.uk
UAA Local Chapter Coordinators
uaa.lcc.unitedkingdom@ unitech-international.org
NTNU is an international oriented university with headquarters in Trondheim and campuses in Gjøvik and Ålesund. NTNU has a main profile in science and technology, a variety of programmes of professional study, and great academic breadth that also includes the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, educational science, architecture, entrepreneurship, art disciplines and artistic activities.
The university’s root goes back to 1760 with the foundation of Det Trondhiemske Selskab (Trondheim Academy). A merger in 2016 made NTNU Norway’s largest single university. Research communities at NTNU have a strong and well-developed collaboration and partnership with the business community and the public sector in organized research training, student projects, exchange of knowledge and specific skills. NTNU’s ecosystem for innovation includes a large number of actors and services. NTNU is partner i several nationall cluster collaborations.
Participating Departments
Faculty of Engineering (IV)
Dep. of Energy and Process Engineering
Dep. of Marine Technology
Dep. of Geoscience and Petroleum
Dep. of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Dep. of Structural Engineering
Dep. of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Dep. of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering
Dep. of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering
Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (IE)
Dep. of Computer Science
Dep. of Electric Energy
Dep. of Electronic Systems
Dep. of ICT and Natural Sciences
Dep. of Information Security and Communication Technology
Dep. of Mathematical Sciences
Dep. of Engineering Cybernetics
Information for Outgoing Students
Only students enrolled in their 3rd year of studies can apply.
Information Event
29 Jan. 2026
16 Jan. 2026 Assessment
Information for Incoming Students
Course Catalogue
Courses can be found here. Courses in English are indicated there.
Academic Year
Autumn Semester: August 2026 to December 2026. Spring Semester: January 2027 to June 2027. More details can be found here.
Examination Period
Examination periods differ slightly in each campus. Find detail academic calendar here.
Please note that there is an Intensive Norwegian Summer Course for exchange students
Accommodation
Students are encouraged to do a full exchange year (Autumn & Spring) or to do their academic exchange in the Spring semester to increase their chances of finding accommodation.
Programme Director Terese Løvås terese.lovas@ntnu.no
Local Coordinator Sindre Brauten sindre.brauten@ntnu.no
Useful links
• University website
• Information for exchange students
Founded in 1863 Politecnico di Milano is the oldest of Milan’s universities. With 48,000 students it’s Italy’s largest public scientific-technological university which trains engineers, architects and industrial designers.
Politecnico has always been focused on the quality and innovation of its teaching and research, developing a fruitful relationship with the business community through experimental research and technological transfer. The current challenge is to project this tradition, which is strongly rooted in the territory, beyond the national borders, into international relationships by collaborating with the most qualified European universities on international research, sites and training projects.
The offer of innovative study programs and a wide range of degree programs taught in English attracted a growing number of high-achieving international students and researchers from more than 100 countries and created an international environment. In the multidisciplinary approach to research experts from different disciplines work together towards their goal: becoming a solid, recognizable and reliable reference point for sustainable development in Italy and Europe.
Hence, the research is focused on energy, transport, planning, management, design, mathematics, natural and applied sciences, ICT, built environment, and cultural heritage sectors and is carried out in avant-garde structures including more than 250 educational and research laboratories.
Participating Departments
All BSc and MSc engineering programs offered by the Schools of Engineering (Design & Engineering is a Design program and is not open to UNITECH students).
Local Coordinators
Christine Romanella and Francesca Fogal unitech@polimi.it
UAA Local Chapter Coordinator uaa.lcc.italy@unitech-international.org
Information for Outgoing Students
Only 3rd year of BSc, 1st and 2nd year of MSc Engineering students can apply. Academic excellence and a proof of a good knowledge of English is required, personal and professional experiences will enrich your application. Check here all the formal requirements such as minimum average, language certification, deadlines etc.
Students must submit two separate applications simultaneously: one on the UNITECH platform and the other on Polimi online services. Consult the Polimi call for international mobility for detailed info on the procedure and deadline.
Information for Incoming Students
More information can be found here.
Suggested basic knowledge of the Italian language in case the student is interested in classes taught in Italian.
Teaching Language
Italian at the BSc programmes.
Italian and English at the MSc programs (the majority of programmes at the Master level are in English).
Course Catalogue
Bachelor Courses, Master Courses
Academic Year
Autumn Semester: mid-September 2026 to mid-December 2027.
Spring Semester: Last week of February 2027 to the first week of June 2027.
Examination Period
First examination period: mid-January to mid-February 2027.
Second examination period: mid-June 2027 to last week of July 2027.
Additional examination period: Last week of August to mid-September 2027.
Useful links
RWTH Aachen was founded in 1870 and has a lengthy history of developments in education and research. Today, with 260 institutes in nine faculties, RWTH Aachen is one of Europe’s leading institutions for science and research. RWTH Aachen University employs over 560 professors and 9,600 staff in research, teaching and administration. Currently around 47,000 students are enrolled in over 150 academic programs with 29 percent pursuing degree work in the engineering sciences. About 27 percent are international students coming from 138 different countries. The scientific education that students receive at RWTH Aachen is firmly rooted in real-world application. As a result, graduates are highly sought-after by businesses as trainees for executive positions. RWTH Aachen has achieved outstanding results within the Excellence Initiative established by the German federal and state governments in 2007: it was the consecutive winner twice since its initiation as one out of Germany’s top ten academic institutions. In 2019, RWTH Aachen was selected as one of eleven universities of excellence within the framework of the German Excellence Strategy, which is the successor programme to the Excellence Initiative. Also on an international level, RWTH Aachen University enjoys a very good reputation.
Participating Departments
All Engineering fields
Computer Science
Physics
Biotechnology
Information for Outgoing Students
Students at the end of their bachelor / beginning of their master can be admitted. (A master degree from the home university is required in order to pursue UNITECH graduation).
Information Event
21 Oct. 2025 (booth at Go Abroad Fair)
24 Oct. 2025 (online info session)
Application deadline 4 Jan. 2026
Assessment Centre 9 Feb. 2026
Information for Incoming Students
German or English Language Proficiency: CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference): B1 level or similar.
Teaching Language
Primary language of instruction is German. Some masters-level coursework is also offered in English.
Course Catalogue can be found here. Please note that courses and lectures offered by the ‘RWTH International Academy gGmbH’ and ‘RWTH Aachen Business School gGmbH’ are not open to students and exchange students of RWTH Aachen.
Information about Academic Year and Course offering can be found here.
Further information for UNITECH students can be found here.
Useful links
• University website
• Exchange and Study Abroad at RWTH
• Study related preparation
• Federal Foreign Office
• RWTH Branch of the Immigration Office of the Aachen City Region (+49 241 5198-3367/ info.auslaendische.studenten@staedteregion-aachen.de)
Programme Director
Heinz Pitsch
+49 (0)241 80-94607
h.pitsch@itv.rwth-aachen.de
Local Coordinator
Benjamin Pietsch
Alina Keuter
+49 241 80 90687
unitech@rwth-aachen.de
UAA Local Chapter Coordinators uaa.lcc.germany@unitech-international.org
Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin is the oldest university in Ireland and one of the older universities of Western Europe. Interdisciplinarity is a key in the College strategy in increasing Trinity’s international standing as a research-led university. TCD has developed significant international strength in eight research themes: globalization, cancer, genetics, neuroscience, immunology and infection, communications and intelligent systems, nano and materials science, Irish culture and the creative arts. Priority themes within Engineering include, energy, bioengineering, telecommunications, construction, the environment and digital media. The accessibility to all students is also very important. TCD was the first university in Ireland to reserve 15% of first year undergraduate places for students from non-traditional learning groups – students with a disability, socio- economically disadvantaged students as well as mature students.
Participating Departments
Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering
Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Department of Mechanical, Manufacturing & Biomedical Engineering
Programme Director
Tim Persoons
Tim.Persoons@tcd.ie
Local Coordinator
Chloe O’Connor
Chloe.OConnor@tcd.ie
UAA Local Chapter Coordinators
uaa.lcc.ireland@unitech-international.org
Information for Outgoing Students
Only students on the MAI track are eligible. Outbound mobility is carried out in Year 4 and applicants must achieve a Year 3 average of 60% (II.1) in the first sitting of examinations to participate.
Information for Incoming Students
UNITECH students are required to have sufficient levels of competency in the English language (B1).
Teaching Language
English.
Course Catalogue
Course Catalogue can be found here. UNITECH students may take any module from the School of Engineering, comprising the following departments: Dep. of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, Dep. of Mechanical, Manufacturing and Biomedical Engineering, Dep. of Electronic and Electrical Engineering.
UNITECH students may take a limited number of modules from other Schools, including the School of Business. For UNITECH students to take Sophister (Year 4) School of Business modules they need to have prior learning of business studies. Please note: Students may choose only the Business School modules listed at the above link (up to 10 ECTS). MSc Business modules are NOT available to visiting students.
Academic Year
Our current academic year structure and academic calendar can be found here. There are 2 x 12 week semesters, each including a study week in week 7.
Examination Period
Examinations take place during assessment weeks at the end of each semester (start and end dates can be found on the calendar).
Useful links
• University website
• School of Engineering
• School of Engineering (International exchanges)
UPC is a public university which was founded in 1971 as a combination of already existing engineering and architecture schools. UPC-BarcelonaTech has now around 30’000 students. The Technical University of Catalonia has an important presence in the county of Barcelona with its Schools and own facilities in the surrounding county of Barcelona, Terrassa, Castelldefels, Manresa, Sant Cugat del Vallès, and Vilanova I la Geltrú. The range of courses at UPC grows and diversifies year by year, to adapt to society’s demand. At present, 67 Bachelor Degrees can be studied at UPC in its 20 schools/faculties, and also 91 Official Masters (most of them taught entirely in English) and 45 doctoral degrees can be obtained. The research carried out at UPC leads the field in many areas and is closely linked to the interests of society, and especially to the production sector. The driving force behind the research consists of 30 departments and some university institutes with a growing number of specific research centres and broadly based centres in collaboration with other institutions.
Participating Departments
UPC is a decentralised university and all academic details about student exchanges are managed by each school/faculty. To learn more about participating UPC schools/faculties please contact the Local Office Coordinator. Specific information for UNITECH candidates is available at the website of the UPC International Relation Bureau
Programme Director
Joaquim Minguella Canela
+34 93 405 42 85
joaquim.minguella@upc.edu
Local Coordinator
Bérénice Martin
+34 93 401 58 04 or +34 93 401 69 37
berenice.martin@upc.edu
UAA Local Chapter Coordinators
uaa.lcc.spain@unitech-international.org
Information for Outgoing Students
Students have to be from one of the UPC schools/faculties that participate in the programme). There is no minimum mark as a requirement. Your transcript of records has to generally show your overall performance and motivation. An English certificate confirming your English knowledge is compulsory for the application. See contact details and more information about eligibility and requirements on the UPC information for outgoing students page.
Please note that Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) students cannot participate in academic exchange at Aalto University in 2026.
Information for Incoming Students
Although exchange students could follow some subjects taught in English, depending on their host UPC school/ faculty, an intermediate level of Spanish could be requested (a certification of Spanish could be required for admission by the host UPC school/faculty).
More information can be found below:
- UPC web page for pontential UNITECH incoming students
- General information for international students coming to UPC
Teaching Language
Most of the lectures at Bachelor level are in Spanish and/or Catalan. At a Masters’ level there is a wide variety of subjects in English.
Course Catalogue
The website of each school/faculty to see the courses offered. Check the information through the website of the UPC International Relations Bureau.
Academic Year and Examination Period
Final exams: in January and in June. More information about the academic calendar.
Useful links
• University website
• UPC International Students Office (OMI)
Please note that Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) students cannot participate in academic exchange at Aalto University in 2026.