Design Study Abroad Programs in Spain

Spend a semester or academic year in the modern and cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, Spain, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester studying at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). Courses are taught in English or Spanish, with no previous Spanish language study required. There are many ways to make an impact within Barcelona’s local community. Once you’re abroad, volunteer opportunities will be available through local NGOs to provide services to people in need within the local community. Live in a Spanish homestay or, for an additional fee, in an apartment or student residence. Homestay students receive breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday from the family. Apartment and residence students have access to a shared kitchen. Cultural and social activities include guided tours of Barcelona and its famous landmarks and attractions, cooking classes, Flamenco performances, and tapas evenings with Spanish students. 3-day excursions to the Pyrenees (fall only) and Tarragona and Southern Catalonia (spring only) are included in the program fee, as well as day trips to Gerona and Besalú, Figueras and the Salvador Dalí Museum, and Montserrat and Sitges.

What is your proficiency level in Spanish? Whether you are an absolute beginner or advanced, get the chance to study at a university in Barcelona! We offer programs at the Menendez Pelayo International University (UIMP) (available in summer), the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and the University of Barcelona. Drop by our office as well, which is in the city’s historic district and within close proximity to the Plaza de Cataluña and the Palau de la Música. Here, you can participate in daily tutorials, use our facilities and amenities, or hang out with other program participants. If you need information, our friendly staff are eager to help you. The best part about studying in Barcelona is the chance to immerse in its rich languages - Castilian Spanish and Catalán. Enjoy its creative arts and explore its cultural diversity. Don’t miss its vibrant nightlife as well, and find out why the city is one of Spain’s top clubbing destinations! Discover the unique and stunning architecture, which ranges from mosaic buildings to medieval Gothic castles. Or go on a trip to the countryside to escape bustling city life.

Your Semester in Shanghai program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Chinese culture. Live and learn in Shanghai! Shanghai is China’s cosmopolitan city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines.

Study in Spain at a SAI Partner School: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona! The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), founded in 1968, offers courses taught in English and Spanish. UAB is a young, dynamic institution and is widely regarded as one of the finest universities in Spain, both for the quality of its teaching staff and for its excellent research. Roughly 40,000 students attend the main campus in the Bellaterra section of Barcelona, though UAB also has two smaller satellite campuses in the city center, where the language and culture study abroad programs reside. Students may choose to attend either location, based on program preference.

Head to the beautiful capital city of Catalonia before tourists start to flock there! This Maymester program not only showcases a more intimate Barcelona during "shoulder season," but it also allows you to get ahead academically with 3 credits in 3 weeks. Then you can decide to hang around, travel Europe, join us for a summer study abroad program, or head back home to work for the summer. Whatever your intentions are, one thing is for sure: you will fall in love with the city and make memories that last a lifetime! Courses are designed with Barcelona in mind. Whether the focus is architecture, business, or culture, you'll be learning through the local context. Intrigued? ¡Vamos!

Experience an unforgettable summer taking classes and traveling through Europe! The Ultimate Summer in Europe program is a multi-city summer study abroad program that visits some of Europe's top cities. Classes are taught by an international team of professors who travel with you. In the evenings and on weekends, enjoy free time to explore and sightsee on your own. Make friends from around the world while gaining valuable professional and academic experience. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Don't miss our early bird discount! Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

In the Summer Course in Innovation and Future Thinking, you'll be detecting signs of change, organizing ideas into comprehensible models, finding new ways to assess possible futures, identifying potential barriers and opportunities, and designing innovative ideas. It focuses on the strategic, innovative, and creative aspects of future thinking. You'll start with data collection and modeling, and then explore and adopt narrative development, strategic foresight, and prototyping. You’ll find out how to effectively inform users about new products and services. You’ll apply this new know-how to a final project, providing solutions for problems. This two-week summer course is for students and professionals from various fields and backgrounds who share a healthy interest in innovation and creative thinking. You'll study in Barcelona, a global design and innovation hub. The city itself will be your case study as you search for indicators, behaviors, messages, and signs to predict change. This course is taught in English and starts each July.

This program is perfect for students with intermediate-level or higher Spanish skills who seek an authentic and immersive experience. Away from the crowds of American students who opt for more popular destinations, like Barcelona or Madrid, with us, you will find yourself fully immersed in the Spanish language and culture of La Coruña, Spain. At the beginning of the semester, you can optionally take an intensive Spanish language course to help prepare you for the semester abroad. You can take classes in your field of interest at an accredited public Spanish university. Most classes are taught in Spanish alongside Spanish students. While some courses are offered in English, we highly recommend taking on the challenge of studying in Spanish. If you need additional Spanish practice before the semester starts, you may combine our Summer Spanish Immersion program with the semester or year abroad program. You will be issued an official transcript, and we can assist you with obtaining transfer credit at your home institution. Adding a customized internship at a Spanish company alongside your studies is possible.

Enrich your time between high school and college with a gap program, differentiate your résumé with an internship, or get class credit while you study abroad. Along the way, you’ll attend a prestigious university, enjoy career-accelerating experiences, and immerse yourself in Spain’s language, lifestyle, and culture. API offers a variety of programs in six different locations, spanning the country regionally, culturally, and linguistically. If you are coming to Spain for the first time, be warned: this is a country that fast becomes an addiction. You might not have enough of the celebration of some local fiesta or the vibrant nightlife.

Nestled on Spain’s stunning Costa Blanca, Alicante features white sand beaches, green parks, winding streets lined with tapas bars and cafés, traditional flamenco dance, and first-class educational opportunities at the University of Alicante—all in a pedestrian and budget-friendly setting. Renowned for its modern and inclusive campus, the University of Alicante offers a robust Spanish Language and Culture program as well as a wide range of classes taught in English, including Architecture, Biology, Business, Communication, Computer Sciences, Cultural Studies, Drawing, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, English Language and Literature, Geography, Graphic Design, and Health Sciences. By providing volunteer opportunities, excursions, and many other cultural and learning activities, CEA CAPA turns Alicante into a classroom. Interested in going abroad with CEA CAPA? Contact us to get started!

Want to live abroad in Spain and gain official university credits in your desired field of study while enjoying an authentic Spanish immersion experience? Come and study with Centro MundoLengua! We are a dedicated Spanish center that has signed agreements with top universities across Spain, allowing our students to choose from a large number of courses (with options in both Spanish and English) at prestigious schools such as the University of Seville and Pablo de Olavide University, both in Seville, the capital city of Andalusia. We accept participants of all Spanish levels, from beginner (A1) to advanced (C2), with the option to obtain 12-15 US credits (24-30 ECTS credits). We also have a plethora of contacts with businesses and private/public/non-profit organizations for volunteering and internship opportunities! Ready to live a whole Spanish immersion experience and the adventure of a lifetime? Contact us for complete details on semester dates at Pablo de Olavide University and the University of Seville. Program dates: Pablo Olavide University | Spring Semester | January 21st - May 16th, 2026 University of Seville | January 28th - May 9th, 2026 Price | $12,100

Get your Master's in Spain with RVF International and experience the semester of a lifetime! Based in Madrid, this immersive program offers U.S. college students the opportunity to earn academic credit while exploring one of Europe’s most vibrant and historic cities. Choose from a wide range of English- or Spanish-taught courses in fields like business, international relations, communication, and more. Enjoy fully coordinated housing, airport pick-up, welcome events, and cultural activities like flamenco classes, Spanish cooking workshops, and guided tours. Optional weekend excursions to Portugal’s beaches and Morocco’s desert provide even more adventure. As a company that has helped thousands teach and live abroad in Spain, RVF International brings years of trusted experience to the study abroad world. Our mission is to make this experience accessible - offering all of this for less than half the cost of traditional programs. With 24/7 local support, full pre-departure guidance, and a certificate upon completion, you’ll return home with unforgettable memories, academic progress, and a global perspective.

LCI Barcelona offers an unparalleled study abroad experience for students passionate about design, fashion, and the arts. As part of the prestigious LCI Education network, the program emphasizes hands-on learning, innovative techniques, and industry connections that set it apart from other creative programs. This program is ideal for creative and driven students eager to develop their skills in an inspiring and international environment. Courses are taught by experienced professionals and cover areas like graphic design, fashion, and visual arts, providing students with practical skills and academic credit. Located in the heart of Barcelona, a global hub for art, architecture, and culture, LCI provides students with access to iconic landmarks like La Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. With its vibrant creative scene and Mediterranean charm, Barcelona is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable study abroad experience. Ready to elevate your creativity? Discover LCI Barcelona!

Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Animal Care, Ecological Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Early Childhood Education, and more. Choose your start date and stay from 2 to 24 weeks - fully flexible to fit your schedule. Soak up Spain’s subtropical Mediterranean climate while exploring its world-famous cuisine, beaches, parks, and iconic architecture. Intern Abroad HQ handles everything: a guaranteed internship placement, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24/7 in-country support, and a reference letter from your host organization. Intern alongside English-speaking professionals or practice your Spanish as you gain course credit and save thousands on tuition fees. With the most affordable internship programs abroad, Intern Abroad HQ empowers you to boost your resume and launch your global career with confidence.

Spend an unforgettable semester studying in Seville, one of Spain’s most vibrant and culturally rich cities. Through GlobalEd Abroad, students can choose from three academic institutions: Universidad de Sevilla, Universidad Pablo de Olavide, and EUSA University Center. Each offers quality courses taught by experienced faculty to support both academic and personal growth. Students can enroll in subjects across the humanities, business, communications, sciences, social sciences, engineering, and more. With centrally located campuses, housing placements, and an on-site staff dedicated to student support, it is easy to navigate the city, feel at home, and immerse yourself in Andalusian culture. Cultural activities, group excursions, and 24/7 emergency support are included to help students make the most of their semester abroad. An optional internship for academic credit is also available. By substituting one course with a three-credit internship, students gain practical experience that enhances both professional and linguistic skills. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required.

The SSA ELISAVA program is designed to allow you to complete coursework in English, as you gain a comprehensive understanding of design, engineering, and communication through specialized and intensive courses. There is no better place to discover the new opportunities Design Studies provides than in Barcelona, the capital city of Design. The key areas available are: Retail Design Design for Packaging Furniture and Product Design Digital Representation Principles Typography and Graphic Design Historic Context of Art and Design Food, Design, and Health Visual Merchandising ELISAVA is the first school of design, an internationally oriented educational and research institution affiliated with Pompeu Fabra University. The ELISAVA campus is right in the heart of the hustle and bustle of La Rambla. You may stroll through one of the many barrios or enjoy its famous Mediterranean beaches. This city hosts several UNESCO World Heritage sights, attracting millions of visitors yearly.