about udit

About us

UDIT is the first and only University specialising in Design, Innovation and Technologyin Spain and represents the culmination of more than 20 years of the educational project of the prestigious ESNE University School of Design.

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we are

A private university based in Madrid.

Our campus has more than21,000 square metresspread over three buildings. We have more than 3,000 students who live their passion for design and technology in all possible specialisations in the classrooms and facilities.

In the academic year 2024-2025 our institution has grown with a new and spectacular Campus dedicated to welcome all the students of the degrees of theareas of Technology, Innovation and Applied Sciences of the University.

WHERE ARE WE?

Located on one of the city's main arteries, Calle Alcalá, the new Technology, Innovation and Applied Sciences Campus will incorporate 7,000 new state-of-the-art m2 in addition to the nearly 14,000 m2 of buildings already in operation on the Design and Creative Industries Campus.

Our students and the University have won more than 300 national and international awards, including the National Design Award, presented in 2020 by Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain, and the Education and Training Award, granted by the Community of Madrid in 2025, at the Madrid Open Cities Awards.

This reality implies 3 fundamental ideas:

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We are University

With all that this means in terms of rigour, demand, commitment, excellence and research.

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Two specialised campuses

We are undisputed benchmarks in very specific areas, Design and Technology, which contribute considerable value to society and economic growth.

First choice

We are the preferred choice for hundreds of students who choose us every year as the best option for training in design and technology.

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UDIT exists to...

To create and deliver transformative experiences for its students, preparing them to succeed in their professional lives in a globally competitive environment. With a unique approach based on educational excellence, rigour, connection with industry, the closeness of the professors and an intensive use of technology in all its forms, we prepare our students for a professional environment in constant change and evolution.

We are a University that despite its youth has already been recognised as a reference in the areas of design and technology. We are defined by our unique, modern, urban campus, equipped with the best facilities.

More than 3,000 students enrol each year in the different programmes that cover the three main levels of higher education: CFGS, Graduate and Postgraduate. All our programmes have a global focus and practical application and are aligned and connected to the industries and the changing world of creative professions through constant collaboration with experts, companies and institutions.

In addition to educational excellence, we are interested inapplied research focused on sustainability and the collaborative and circular economy.

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UDIT was recognised as a private university in April 2022, accrediting compliance with the requirements of the applicable regulations.

They define us

Mission, vision and values

We are a private university specialising in Design, Innovation and Technology, which focuses on students and companies, training highly qualified, creative and innovative professionals. We generate and transfer knowledge through research and teaching, with the aim of contributing to economic, technological and social progress, based on an unwavering commitment to ethics and sustainable development.

Our strategic axes

Our roadmap to global impact

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Institutional strengthening

We consolidate a solid and flexible structure that fosters growth and academic excellence.

people development

We are committed to the talent, well-being and professional growth of our community.

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Transformative teaching

We innovate in methodologies to train creative, critical and committed professionals.


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DEEP INTERNATIONALISATION

We foster global partnerships and international experiences for training without borders.


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SUSTAINABILITY AND ETHICAL COMMITMENT

We promote a responsible future, integrating ethical and sustainable values at all levels.


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RESOURCES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

We enhance learning with state-of-the-art spaces, technologies and services.


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Connection with the Company

UDIT understands the University-Business relationship as essential for the professional success of students.

Each academic year is committed to the development of an ecosystem of leading companies and institutions in the sector that collaborate with the centre, creating a close relationship that has an impact on the life of the university community. The companies become a new strategic partner that trusts and bets on the creativity and talent trained at the University.

UDIT' straining is designed to respond to the real demand of the labour market and to anticipate the profiles and needs that will be required in the coming years.

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Institutions that endorse us

Our more than 20 years of experience is backed byimportant national and international institutions.

  • UDIT, private, recognised and official university. BOE 27/04/2022. Authorised to teach Official Degree, CFGS and Master's Degrees with full validity throughout the national territory.
  • Pearson is the largestAwarding Body authorised by the British government to develop educational programmes in accordance with DfES (Department for Education and Skills) guidelines. Pearson is duly constituted under UK legislation and directly regulated by the UK Government through the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority, QCA. Pearson is committed to education from early years, pre-school and kindergarten, through secondary and sixth form through to university and vocational education. Pearson is continually advancing and is now present in more than 110 countries. The BTEC suite of qualifications represents the leading group of vocational education and training qualifications on the market. The offer ranges from Foundation Courses to Postgraduate Programmes in a wide range of sectors. Due to their modern vision, their flexibility and the impact demonstrated by the employability rate of their learners, BTEC qualifications are recognised worldwide.
  • The Consejería de Educación de la Comunidad de Madrid authorises UDIT (ESNE) as an Official Centre with the Code 28071760 for the delivery of courses corresponding to the British system, according to the provisions of the Royal Decree 80671993. Likewise, UDIT (ESNE) is an authorised centre for Vocational Training with the centre number 28076459.
  • UDIT (ESNE) is recognised by the Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Trade as a Research and Development (R&D) Entity by Order ITC/570/2006, assigning it the registration number 0103042006.
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udit method

In order to train the best design professionals, the UDIT teaching team combines a series of active methodologies that are highly oriented towards their future professional performance, such as the following:

But we also work on other transversal competences or skills, soft skills, which can be decisive in their professional success: skills such as public speaking, effective communication, etc... and also other values that are essential in the way we understand our professions at UDIT, such as cooperation, solidarity, respect for others and the environment.

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Learning by doing

Action-oriented teaching responds to a holistic didactic approach that involves real learner activity in a variety of situations.

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Design Thinking

It is the main methodology used by designers. It involves students generating any kind of innovative ideas when creating the image of products or services to best meet the needs of users.

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Gamification

It consists of using a playful activity to involve pupils according to the organisation and rules of a game.

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Real company cases

Students construct their learning through analysis and discussion of real-life experiences and situations.

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Project-based learning

It involves carrying out a group project of a certain size. The projects are studied beforehand by the teacher to ensure that the students will develop all the skills they are expected to acquire.

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Cooperative learning

Students work in groups to accomplish tasks collectively so that students are supportive and strive for the common good of the group.

WE ARE ENDORSED

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

UDIT students stand out for their ability to fuse creativity and technology in innovative projects, which has earned them awards in prestigious national and international design competitions. These awards reflect their passion, dedication and entrepreneurial spirit, and mark the beginning of a promising future where imagination and innovation will be the protagonists.

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Do you have any doubts?

Frequently asked questions

Below we answer the questions most frequently asked by students and their families. Do you have any other questions you would like us to answer? Write to us!

  • UDIT is distinguished by its specialisation in Design, Innovation and Technology, its direct connection with industry and its focus on educational excellence and applied research.

  • Our main campus is in Madrid, more than 21,000 m² spread over three buildings. In addition, we are expanding with a new campus on Calle Alcalá, which will add 7,000 m² of modern facilities.

  • Of course we do. We want you to come and live the UDIT experience. It is a different, lively campus and we love to receive visits from future students and their families. To do so, you can make an appointment with the University Guidance Department or come to one of our Open Days.