BEngElectrotechnics

Study location	Romania, Timișoara
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	8 semesters (240 ECTS)
Study language	Romanian
Awards	BEng (Engineer’s Diploma in Electrotechnics)

Tuition fee	€2,430 per year
Application fee	€100 one-time

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) All applicants for bachelor’s degree programs must hold a baccalaureate or an equivalent diploma and have passed the mathematics test with a minimum score of 8. As part of the application process, the applicants will be required to upload : a copy and a legally certified translation of the diploma. The document shall be authenticated by the competent authorities in the issuing country OR a copy and a legally certified translation of the certificate attesting the successful passing of the Baccalaureate examination for graduates of the current year if the original diploma has not yet been issued AND Transcripts of academic records The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / French / Romanian. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Territory requirements	Applications are NOT accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): European Union. This procedure applies to foreign citizens from non-EU countries who wish to enroll in bachelor’s and master’s programs organized at Politehnica University of Timișoara, as well as in the Romanian language preparatory year at UPT.

Language requirements

Romanian If you do not have a Romanian language certificate, you may: Apply for the Romanian language preparatory year at UPT OR Upload a certificate confirming the completion of the Romanian language preparatory year OR Upload study documents (diplomas) or school records certifying at least four consecutive years of study conducted in Romanian at a school within the Romanian national education system.

Other requirements

At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Photo Application for the issuance of the letter of acceptance for studies Birth certificate Marriage certificate or other documents attesting the change of name (if applicable) Document attesting the permanent residence abroad Passport Medical certificate in a widespread international language Proof of payment processing file fee (100€/file) NECO results card or WAEC Scratch card [Nigeria candidates] Others (CV, letter of intent, recommendations, etc) – Optional

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Overview

The Faculty of Electrical and Power Engineering in Timișoara has been successfully fulfilling its mission for nearly eight decades, coordinating both teaching and scientific research activities in the fields of electrical and power engineering, and training internationally recognized specialists. With a strong focus on preparing students for a smooth transition into the labor market, the faculty continuously updates its course content to align with the evolving demands of the industry.

Today, the faculty offers a generous and diverse academic portfolio, enabling graduates to pursue successful careers in electrical engineering, power engineering, electronics, and industrial computing (both hardware and software).

The educational programs are structured around two main areas: Electrical Engineering and Power Engineering, represented by four specializations:

• Electrical engineering and computers: Combines principles of electrical engineering and computer science, equipping students with skills in designing and developing integrated hardware and software systems. Key topics include microcontrollers, computer networks, automation, and data acquisition and control systems.
• Power engineering and information technologies: Focuses on integrating IT solutions into the energy sector, emphasizing efficient energy resource management and the design of innovative energy systems using specialized software and digital technologies.
• Electrotechnics: Covers the study and application of fundamental principles of electricity and electronics, the use of electrical equipment, automation and control systems, and electronic devices.
• Power systems engineering: Dedicated to the study and management of complex systems for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical energy, including power grid operations, renewable energy sources, and modern energy management technologies.

With experienced academic staff and internationally recognized faculty members, the Faculty of Electrical and Power Engineering keeps pace with emerging technologies and prepares the engineers of the future.

Programme structure

• Field of study: Electrical Engineering

Career opportunities

The priority of the Faculty of Electrical and Power Engineering is to train internationally competitive specialists in the fields of electrical and power engineering. To meet this challenge, the faculty, in collaboration with the leading employers in Western Romania, has developed multidisciplinary programs. Alongside traditional subjects, a series of new courses have been introduced to support the integration of emerging technologies.

Graduates of the Faculty of Electrical and Power Engineering have various career opportunities and can build successful careers in fields such as industrial process automation, design and development of power electronics equipment, the automotive industry, design, execution and operation of electrical installations at any voltage level, electric power supply systems, and lighting systems. They may also work as energy managers in electricity production, transmission and distribution, as well as in monitoring systems and systems for reactive or harmonic power compensation.

Thanks to the flexibility and wide scope of the faculty’s disciplines, graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset are also well equipped to start and grow their own businesses.