Overview
Polytechnic University of Timişoara ( UPT ) – public higher education institution in Romania. UPT was founded in 1920. The university campus is of urban type and is located in the vicinity of Timisoara.
Admissions and study format
The admission board requires applicant’s academic performance certificate and examination results. The chances of successful admission are very high as 60 percent of applicants get enrolled but that number may vary depending on the faculty. The academic year consists of two semesters. Among the programs applicants can also find their online equivalents and other online courses.
Students and academic staff
Polytechnic University of Timişoara is average in size with a capacity of 20 thousand students. The university accepts both local and foreign students. The teaching staff of UPT is composed of 899 academic specialists. The university is an active participant of international programs aimed at academic exchange of students between the educational institutions.
Infrastructure
The university has its own library. For those who require accommodations dormitories on and off campus are offered. It is a part of the European University Association (EUA), and also a member of European Distance and E-learning Network (EDEN).