University of Food Technologies
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,300
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1953
Overview
Founded in 1953 as the Higher Institute of Food and Flavour Industries, the University of Food Technologies in Plovdiv has evolved into a premier center for food science and technology. It is the only university of its kind in the Balkan Peninsula, offering a wide range of programs including food industry, biotechnology, foodservice, tourism, and automation. The university maintains a strong research focus, with over 100 lecturers holding PhD degrees and additional faculty holding Doctor of Science degrees. The campus covers 17,000 square meters and serves approximately 3,300 students annually. It provides comprehensive academic and non-academic facilities, including libraries, sports centers, and on-campus housing.
Fields of study
- Food Science and Technology
- Biotechnology
- Cosmetics and Perfumery Technology
- Wine and Beer Technology
- Grain and Bakery Technology
- Computer Systems and Technologies
- Automation and Control Engineering
- Thermal Engineering
- Industrial Management
- Tourism
- Catering
- Food Economics
- Ecology
Accreditation: Ministry of Education and Science
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- student_info@uft-plovdiv.bg
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€3,000 / year
From about $3,240 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
International students: 3000 EUR/year for Bachelor and Master programs. Language and specialised preparation: 2500 EUR (Bulgarian or English); language course only: 1625 EUR. Administrative fee for foreign applicants: 60 EUR. Monthly dormitory fee: 181 BGN (per bed in double room). Domestic tuition fees not published in supplied sources.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food, Gastronomy and Tourism (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | — |
| Industrial Engineering and Management (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €3,000 / year | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.