European Polytechnical University
Pernik, Bulgaria
2010
Established
Private technical institution
Institution Type
STEM & green technology
Study Strength
Overview
About European Polytechnical University
European Polytechnical University (EPU) is a private technical institution in Pernik, near Sofia, founded in 2010. It promotes programmes in applied computer science, civil engineering, engineering design, green energy, and related technology fields. Applicants must carefully verify the institution’s current Bulgarian accreditation status before applying.
Why Choose
Why This University?
- STEM-oriented curriculum in a location close to Sofia
- Programmes promoted in computing, civil engineering, design, and green technologies
- Application route for foreign students includes English evidence and legalised documents
- Degrees follow Bulgaria’s place in the European Higher Education Area where the institution and programme hold current accreditation
- International support is available for admission, document recognition, and visa preparation
- Erasmus+ or other European mobility may be available by programme
2010
Established — STEM & green technology
Financial Aid
Scholarships & Awards
Merit Awards
Selected institutions and faculties may offer merit awards or reduced fees based on admission results and academic progress.
Erasmus+ Mobility
Eligible enrolled students can apply for funded European study or traineeship mobility where the programme participates.
Faculty Support
Programme-level awards and fee arrangements vary; confirm eligibility directly with the international admissions office.
What You Need
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
- Recognised secondary school diploma that permits university entry in the country of award
- Diploma and transcript must normally be legalised and officially translated into Bulgarian
- Programme prerequisites may include mathematics, science, a portfolio, or an entrance examination
Postgraduate
- Recognised bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Legalised degree certificate, transcript, and academic-recognition documentation
- Some programmes request a CV, motivation letter, references, or professional experience
Non-EU Application & Visa
- Valid passport, medical certificate, photographs, and completed application
- University and Bulgarian Ministry of Education approval precede the Type D visa process
- After arrival, students complete address registration and residence-permit formalities
Accreditation Status — Verify Before Applying
- Bulgaria’s National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency lists a March 2025 refusal of subsequent institutional accreditation and an 18-month remediation period. Verify the latest NEAA decision before applying, paying fees, or relying on degree recognition.
- Check the current institution and programme listing directly with Bulgaria’s NEAA
- Do not pay tuition until the current recognition position is confirmed in writing
Language
English Proficiency Requirements
Language of Instruction
- English-taught programmes commonly require B2-level evidence such as IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge, or an institutional test; Bulgarian-taught programmes require Bulgarian proficiency or preparatory study.
- An internal university language examination may be available when an external certificate is not supplied
- The exact language and minimum score must be verified for each programme
Preparatory Study
- A one-year Bulgarian language and specialised-subject course is common for Bulgarian-taught degrees
- Preparatory English may be available at selected institutions
- Language completion requirements form part of enrolment and visa compliance
Costs
Tuition Fees
International Tuition
- Fees should be confirmed directly with EPU only after independently verifying current programme accreditation and degree-awarding status.
- Fees can differ for EU and non-EU citizens, language, subject, and study mode
- Use the university’s formal invoice and current annual fee schedule for budgeting
Living & Additional Costs
- Typical living costs are approximately €400–€700 per month depending on city and accommodation
- Budget separately for application, recognition, translation, visa, insurance, and residence fees
- Student accommodation may reduce costs where university housing is available
Programmes
Available Courses
Explore a selection of programmes available at this university for international students.
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