University of Food Technologies – Plovdiv
At a glance
| Bulgarian name | Университет по хранителни технологии – Пловдив |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1953 |
| City | Plovdiv |
| Institution | University |
| Faculties | 3 |
| Student accommodation | More than 1,000 beds |
| Website | uft-plovdiv.bg |
Source: Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет по хранителни технологии; Official website: University of Food Technologies – Plovdiv1,2
History
The institution was established by Decree No. 230 of the Presidium of the National Assembly on 10 July 1953. It began as the Higher Institute of Food and Flavour Industries (ВИХВП).1
By a decision of the 39th National Assembly on 23 January 2003, the institute was transformed into the University of Food Technologies. The university received institutional accreditation in 2001. Accreditation was renewed in 2006 with a “very good” assessment, and again in 2011.1
Faculties and training
The university trains professionals for the food and biotechnology industries. Its three faculties are:1
- Faculty of Technology
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Economics
Source: Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет по хранителни технологии1
Facilities
University facilities include a technical library, a sports complex and university-owned student accommodation with more than 1,000 beds.1
Sources
- Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет по хранителни технологии
- Official website: University of Food Technologies – Plovdiv
Facts checked 13 October 2026. Prepared by InvestBulgaria for general information. Check admissions, fees and programmes with the university before applying or recruiting.
