Our Story

Discover the latest news from UTEF and the socio-cultural and economic environments that encompass all our branches of studies and research groups and chairs.

Student in study hall
Student in study hall

Founding and beginnings

In our early years, we focused on building a solid foundation with expert faculty and innovative programmes, quickly gaining a reputation for quality education. Our first graduates excelled in their fields, demonstrating the value of our educational approach.

Over time, our community grew, attracting students and faculty from around the world and enriching our multicultural environment. We expanded our academic offerings to include postgraduate and continuing education programmes, always adapting to the needs of the labour market.

Student in the library
Student in the library

A decade of excellence

We always seek to be at the cutting edge. We introduced innovation labs and established partnerships with leading companies so that our students could experience the real world while learning. This not only improved the quality of our teaching, but also fostered an entrepreneurial spirit among our students.

Student in the library
Student in the library

Quality policy and objectives

We continue to grow and look to the future with a clear vision: to be a leader in technology and business education. We are committed to continuous improvement and expansion of our capabilities, always looking for new ways to innovate and contribute positively to society.

Social impact
Volunteering

Social initiatives

Community volunteer programmes for students and staff.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Research projects

Development of sustainable technologies for renewable energies.

Education for the future

Academic standards and global vision.

We offer a transformative, high quality education, preparing our students to be leaders in a globalised world.

Our managers

Meet the directors of our university, a group of leaders committed to academic excellence, educational innovation and the integral development of our student community.

Sofía Morallón Gómez

Sofia Morallón

Professor in Industrial Technologies Engineering, she has been our rector from 2020 to the present.

Juan Andrés Granda Morales

Jorge Román Carreras

Professor in Mathematical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence, he was our rector from 2014 to 2020.