Politehnica University of Timișoara
Politehnica University Timișoara
One of the biggest and most prestigious technical universities in Central and Eastern Europe.
About UPT
Politehnica University Timișoara (UPT) was founded in 1920 as an answer to the need for engineers in Romania. Today, the study programmes are organized according to the Bologna paradigm, offering top-tier education.
The students of UPT have at their disposal a modern student campus, comprising two cafeterias, 16 student dorms, a fully-equipped modern library, and 2 state-of-the-art sports facilities.
📍 University Contact
- Address: Piața Victoriei nr. 2, 300006, Timişoara
- Website: UPT Official Website
- Facebook: @UPTimisoara
🌍 International Relations Office
The Department for International Relations (DRI) manages framework agreements, European projects, and incoming/outgoing student mobility.
- Website: UPT International
- E-mail: incoming@upt.ro
- Phone: +40 256 403 033
Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Below is the general overview of the academic flow. For exact dates, holidays, and exam sessions, please consult the official PDF structure.
| First Semester (Autumn) | |
| Late September | Beginning of lectures |
| Late December - Early January | Winter / Christmas Holiday |
| Mid January - Early February | First period of exams |
| Mid February | Inter-semester Vacation |
| Late February | Second period of exams (Re-sits) |
| Second Semester (Spring) | |
| Late February / Early March | Beginning of lectures |
| April / May | Easter Holiday |
| Early June – Late June | First period of exams |
| Late June - Mid July | Second period of exams (Re-sits) |
Official 2025/2026 Structure
Download the full document approved by the UPT Senate for exact dates.