Public University of Navarre (Universidad Pública de Navarra, UPNA) at a glance
- City
- Pamplona
- Type
- Public university
- Website
- unavarra.es/portada
Key takeaways
- UPNA's price page lists €28.35 per ECTS for most masters (2025/26), so a 60-ECTS master costs about €1,701 plus small admin fees.
- The page shows no separate price for non-EU students; prices for 2026/27 were still to be updated.
- English-taught masters include International Business, Wind Energy Engineering and Machine Learning.
- The Navarre Government's NAEX Talento grants fully funded 12 of 30 places in the International Business master for 2026/27.
- Non-EU applicants should use the first period (16 March–17 April 2026 for 2026/27), because later periods require a copy of your study visa.
On this page
The Public University of Navarre (UPNA) in Pamplona is one of the cheapest options in Spain for an English-taught master's. Its official price page lists €28.35 per ECTS for most masters, which is about €1,701 for a 60-ECTS program, and it shows no separate rate for non-EU students.
It is a small university, but its English programs are practical: machine learning, wind energy and international business. There is even a regional grant that fully funds some places.
Why UPNA is good value
- Low tuition with no non-EU surcharge shown on the official price page.
- Job-focused English programs in AI, renewable energy and business.
- A real grant: the Navarre Government's NAEX Talento grants fully fund 12 of the 30 places in the Master in International Business, plus possible international internships.
- No application fee stated for master's pre-registration.
Tuition and fees
| Type of master | 1st enrolment | Later enrolments |
|---|---|---|
| Most masters (incl. English-taught ones) | €28.35 | €73.65 |
| Professionally regulated masters | €17.95 | €34.00 (2nd) |
| UPV/EHU inter-university masters | €32.00 | €73.65 |
On top of tuition you pay an administrative fee of €41.15, file opening of €31.25 (first enrolment only), and insurance (€1.12 if you are under 28, €13 a year for accident insurance if you are 28 or older). The official degree certificate costs €191.55 when you finish.
Prices for 2026/27 and 2027/28
The page we checked shows 2025/26 prices and says the next year's prices will be added once approved. It lists no separate non-EU rate, but confirm this with UPNA for your intake.
English-taught programs
| Master | Field | Length |
|---|---|---|
| International Business | Business and economics | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Wind Energy Engineering | Energy engineering | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Machine Learning | Computer science and AI | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Agri-food Marketing and Entrepreneurship (coordinated by Univ. of La Rioja) | Agri-food business | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Management, Organisation and Business Economics (GOEE, with UAB) | Economics and management | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
The two inter-university masters apply at the coordinating institution, not at UPNA. All UPNA bachelor's degrees are taught in Spanish. See more options in English-taught programs in Spain.
Admission requirements
- Degree: a foreign degree equivalent to a Spanish bachelor's that gives access to master's studies in your country. No homologation is needed for non-regulated masters.
- Average grade: you are ranked by average grade. The ministry's average-grade equivalence is recommended; without it your record is scored 5 out of 10.
- English: B2, with a CRUE-recognised certificate or UPNA's language-centre test.
- Documents: passport, degree certificate, transcript (official translation if not in Spanish), language certificate and program-specific documents such as a CV.
- Choices: up to 2 masters per pre-registration, in order of preference.
For International Business, extra points go to additional foreign languages at B2 and a prior master's in business or international relations. The ministry's grade equivalence tool is free; see our admission requirements guide.
Deadlines: 2026/27 dates as a guide
These are UPNA's official 2026/27 periods; the 2027/28 calendar was not yet published when we checked.
| Period (2026/27) | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1st period | 16 Mar – 17 Apr 2026 | Recommended for non-EU applicants; final list 22 May |
| 2nd period (vacancies only) | 3–19 Jun 2026 | Visa holders must upload a copy of their study visa |
| Extraordinary period (vacancies only) | 7–14 Aug 2026 | Study visa copy required; final list 27 Aug |
Do not miss the first period
In the 2nd and extraordinary periods, applicants who need a visa must already have one. In practice, non-EU students should apply between mid-March and mid-April.
Scholarships
The standout option is NAEX Talento, which for 2026/27 fully funded 12 of 30 places in the Master in International Business (applications until 13 April 2026). Read the official call for eligibility before you apply. Erasmus Mundus SUSTAGRI applies through its coordinator. See also scholarships in Spain.
Your budget and the visa funds rule
UPNA's tuition is low, but the visa looks at your living money. You must show funds of 100% of the IPREM (Spain's public income indicator) for each month of your stay, plus 75% for a first family member and 50% for each additional one. Prepaid housing reduces the amount, and money spent on tuition does not count.
- Tuition: €1,701 for a 60-ECTS master at 2025/26 prices.
- Admin fees: €41.15 management fee, €31.25 file opening, plus insurance.
- Visa funds: 100% of IPREM per month; check the current IPREM value.
- Health insurance: public or private, from an insurer authorised in Spain, for the whole stay.
With a higher-education study authorisation you can work up to 30 hours a week when it is compatible with your studies. After a master's you can apply for a 24-month residence to look for work or start a business; read work and stay in Spain after graduation.
Who should choose UPNA
UPNA suits you if you want a one-year applied master in machine learning, wind energy or international business at a very low price, and you can apply in March or April. If you want a big city or a wider choice of English programs, compare UPC BarcelonaTech or UPM in Madrid.
Honest pros and cons
Benefits
- Low tuition and no stated non-EU surcharge
- Fully funded places in International Business
- Practical English masters in AI and wind energy
- Simple online pre-registration with no fee stated
Difficulties
- Small English-taught offer and no English bachelor's
- Only one realistic application period for visa applicants
- Without the grade equivalence your record counts as 5/10
- Pamplona is a much smaller city than Madrid or Barcelona, and daily life runs in Spanish
Applying from Afghanistan
Afghan applicants
Afghan diplomas need diplomatic legalization (Afghanistan is not in the Apostille Convention), and the Spanish Embassy in Kabul is closed. Visa applications go to Islamabad or Tehran, and you must prove legal residence there. Because UPNA's useful period closes in April, start documents in the autumn before. See our documents guide.
How to apply step by step
- 1
Get your grade equivalence
Create the free average-grade declaration on the Spanish ministry website.
- 2
Prepare the B2 certificate
Use a CRUE-recognised certificate or book UPNA's language-centre test.
- 3
Pre-register in the first period
Apply online through UPNA's pre-registration portal for up to 2 masters.
- 4
Send documents and check lists
Upload documents by the deadline and watch for the provisional and final admission lists.
- 5
Apply for your study visa
Apply at least two months before classes. Follow the Spain student visa guide.
Nearby, compare the University of the Basque Country, or see all Spain guides. Track deadlines for free on FindUniPath so you do not miss the March window.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a master's at the Public University of Navarre?
Most masters cost €28.35 per ECTS (2025/26), about €1,701 for 60 ECTS, plus small administrative fees. No separate non-EU price is shown.
Which UPNA masters are taught in English?
International Business, Wind Energy Engineering and Machine Learning, plus two inter-university masters coordinated elsewhere.
Is there a scholarship at UPNA for international students?
The Navarre Government's NAEX Talento grants fully funded 12 of 30 International Business places for 2026/27. Check the call for eligibility.
Which application period should non-EU students use at UPNA?
The first period. Later periods require visa holders to upload a copy of their study visa.
Official sources
Checked on 16 October 2026. Rules, fees and dates change — always confirm on the official page before you apply.
- 1.UPNA — Master's prices and payment
- 2.UPNA — Master's pre-registration
- 3.UPNA — Master's pre-registration calendar
- 4.UPNA — Full master's offer
- 5.Spanish Ministry of Science — Average grade equivalence
- 6.HCCH — Apostille Convention status table
- 7.Spanish Ministry of Inclusion — Work while studying (Hoja 4 bis)
- 8.Spanish Ministry of Inclusion — Study stay authorisation
- 9.Spanish Ministry of Inclusion — Job-search residence after studies