Talent and excellence take center stage at the 45th University Gastronomy Day
25 March, 2026
Sant Pol Hospitality & Culinary Business School – Barcelona (previously EUHT StPOL) has reaffirmed its international leadership in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, published today by the British consultancy QS Quacquarelli Symonds. The institution has climbed to 14th place worldwide in the Hospitality & Leisure Management subject area, consolidating its position in the global Top 15 and ranking as number 1 in Spain for the ninth consecutive year.
This result reinforces an educational model based on academic excellence, internationalisation and employability that connects directly with the sector’s senior management. As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations, this milestone recognises six decades of an institution dedicated to developing the talent that today leads the global hospitality and gastronomy sectors.
Academic excellence with global recognition
The QS Subject Rankings analyse more than 18,300 degree programmes offered at over 1,700 universities across 100 countries, covering 55 academic disciplines and five broad fields of study.
The rankings are based on four key indicators:
- Academic quality
- Graduate employability
- Research
- Internationalisation.
A leading role in Spain and a global presence
This result reflects a strategy centred on academic excellence, reputation among employers and a first-class international network. The QS ranking highlights St.Pol HC’s ability to train highly competitive managers who meet the current demands of the global hospitality and gastronomy sector. As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, this milestone honours six decades of an institution dedicated to developing elite talent.
This recognition in the QS 2026 Ranking reinforces what defines us: a passion for education and excellence, elite training, an international outlook and employability that opens doors to the world’s finest hotels and restaurants.
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