Master in Economics, Regulation And Competition In Public Services

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a historic public research university founded in 1450, located in the vibrant city of Barcelona. With some 63,000 students and a significant international population, UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts and humanities, law, health sciences, social sciences and STEM fields. Its city-centered campuses combine historic buildings and modern facilities, giving students access to libraries, labs, research centers and cultural life in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

UB is known for research excellence and international collaboration, with notable strengths in law, medicine, economics and business. Students benefit from comprehensive academic support, structured degree programs, and opportunities for internships with local and international employers. Multilingual instruction and language support help international students integrate, while study abroad exchanges and research partnerships create pathways for global mobility and collaborative projects.

Student life at UB blends academic rigor with Barcelona’s cultural richness: museums, industry hubs, startups and a large creative sector provide internship and networking possibilities. Career services, student organizations and campus resources assist with practical matters like housing and legal documentation. For international applicants seeking a large, research-led European university with strong professional links, UB combines historic prestige, modern facilities and an engaging urban experience.

The Master in Economics, Regulation And Competition In Public Services is a specialized degree at the University of Barcelona. It provides training in economics, regulation, and competition for engineers and holders of bachelor's degrees in economics, law, and administration. The program focuses on the regulation of network services and territorial services.

The curriculum covers topics like the regulation of energy and telecommunications, water and transport services, and the reform of policies on regulation and competition. Students learn to analyze and solve problems in the management of public services. The program is ideal for students with experience in public services or economic services of general interest.

Graduates can pursue careers as regulatory affairs specialists, competition analysts, public policy analysts, or economic consultants. They can work in public or private institutions, such as government agencies, regulatory bodies, or consulting firms. The program's specialized training helps students achieve their career goals in the field of public services.