Technology and computing degrees in Spain
Computer engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, video games, robotics, virtual reality and more: these are technology and computing degrees you can study in Spain.
If you spend your time gaming, build your own computer, or wonder how an app manages to recommend exactly what you want, this might be for you.
How technology and computing is studied in Spain
They are mainly university bachelor's degrees, at public and private universities in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Málaga, Burgos or Vitoria-Gasteiz, among other cities; Video Game Design is also studied at higher education centers. Expect lots of programming, logic and math, lab work, and team projects.
Although some degrees sound the same, the content changes: each university emphasizes different things. Official bachelor's degrees are listed in the Registry of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT); if a degree doesn't appear there, ask questions before you enroll.
Technology and computing degrees in Spain
Among those studied in Spain are Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Video Game Design and Computer Engineering.
Computer Engineering and Software Engineering share foundations; Data Science and Artificial Intelligence add more math and statistics; Virtual Reality, Video Games and User Experience mix technology and design. Robotics and Audio overlap with engineering degrees in Spain, and Video Games with design ones.
Where to study technology and computing in Spain
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)Madrid · PublicComputer EngineeringSoftware EngineeringAudio EngineeringInformation SystemsArtificial IntelligenceData ScienceComputing
Universidad de Diseño, Innovación y TecnologÃa (UDIT) (UDIT)Madrid · PrivateVideo Game DesignData ScienceSoftware DevelopmentRoboticsInformation SystemsUser Experience Design
Universidad CEU San Pablo (CEU)Madrid · PrivateInformation SystemsComputer EngineeringData ScienceVideo Game Design
Ilerna (ILERNA)Madrid · PrivateComputingSoftware DevelopmentSound Editing
Madrid School of Marketing MSMK (MSMK)Madrid · PrivateData ScienceComputer EngineeringSoftware Engineering
U-tad Centro Universitario de Tecnologia y Arte Digital (U-tad)Madrid · PrivateSoftware EngineeringVideo Game DesignComputer Engineering
Universidad Antonio de Nebrija (UANE)Madrid · PrivateData ScienceComputer EngineeringArtificial Intelligence
Universidad Camilo José Cela (UCJC)Madrid · PrivateComputer EngineeringRoboticsData ScienceHow to choose between them
Think about what you do with technology for fun: whether you enjoy building programs, prefer making sense of data, are drawn to artificial intelligence, or find yourself wondering how a game was made.
If you're torn between two, look at the subjects each one includes in the first years and what the electives are: that difference is usually bigger than the degree name.
If you're struggling to decide between Artificial Intelligence and Video Game Design, think about whether you're more drawn to teaching a machine to make decisions or designing how a game is played. The career test gives you another clue.
Reading to do before choosing
Frequently asked questions
How long do these degrees last in Spain?
The degrees in this field take a similar amount of time; higher studies in video games and specialization courses can be shorter.
What is the cutoff grade for Computer Engineering?
It's not fixed: each university publishes it every year, based on the Bachillerato and the Prueba de Acceso a la Universidad (PAU). Check it on each university's website.
Do I need strong math to study computing?
In degrees in computing, data, or artificial intelligence, it matters quite a lot. In video game or digital experience design degrees, less so.
What is the difference between Computer Engineering and Software Engineering?
They are similar and overlap. Computer Engineering covers technical and management tasks and application development; Software focuses on how programs are designed, coded, tested, and maintained.
Can I study Video Game Design if I'm not good at art?
Yes, in many cases, because part of the work is technical: programming the game logic and testing it. Look at the study plan to see how much weight each part carries.