Take the principles of physics towards new technology. UC3M’s Engineering Physics degree is taught entirely in English and links scientific foundations with engineering applications.
Course essentials
- Institution
- Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M)
- Country
- Spain
- Subject
- Physics and materials science
- Study level
- Bachelor's degree
- Teaching language
- English
- Study format
- On campus
- Campus
- Leganés campus, Spain
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 240 ECTS
- Tuition
- 2026/27 first-enrolment tuition: €19.43 per credit for the Spanish/EU or qualifying resident category (€1,165.80 for 60 credits); €128.57 per credit for the non-EU non-resident category (€7,714.20 for 60 credits). Administrative charges and insurance are extra. A student-stay permit alone does not confer the resident fee category.
- Intake
- September academic start; consult current admissions for the next intake. Future application dates not confirmed in this profile.
Information reviewed: 2026-10-29
What you will learn
The programme covers modern physics, chemistry and biology in connection with areas such as nanotechnology, quantum technology and biomaterials. Students work in small-group laboratory sessions. The published curriculum includes a 12-credit thesis and an optional professional internship, giving different ways to apply the theoretical work.
Who it may suit
It may suit you if you enjoy understanding why materials and systems behave as they do, then using that understanding to solve technical problems. The course can be a foundation for research-focused postgraduate study or work involving advanced technology, with later choices helping you develop a particular direction.
Applying and planning your budget
2026/27 first-enrolment tuition: €19.43 per credit for the Spanish/EU or qualifying resident category (€1,165.80 for 60 credits); €128.57 per credit for the non-EU non-resident category (€7,714.20 for 60 credits). Administrative charges and insurance are extra. A student-stay permit alone does not confer the resident fee category.
Use the international admissions route matching your school qualification. English-group study normally requires demonstrating B2 English during the first year; see UC3M’s language guidance for the conditions. The academic year normally begins in September. A future intake’s exact application dates are not confirmed here.
Official curriculum and programme information · Standard fee table · Non-EU fee table
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