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CIEE Global Architecture + Design in Barcelona, Spain
Your Global Architecture + Design program in Barcelona lasts 14 weeks. 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. Live and learn in Barcelona! Barcelona is Spain’s architectural powerhouse, offering an inspiring landscape for students interested in global architecture and design. The city’s iconic blend of Gothic, Modernist, and contemporary styles is most famously embodied in the works of Antoni Gaudí and makes it a living classroom for design enthusiasts. From historic cathedrals to cutting-edge urban spaces, Barcelona invites exploration of how architecture shapes culture, identity, and innovation. Whether you are sketching façades in the Gothic Quarter or studying sustainable design in modern neighborhoods, Barcelona is the perfect place to study abroad.
Your Global Architecture + Design program in Barcelona lasts 14 weeks. 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. Live and learn in Barcelona! Barcelona is Spain’s architectural powerhouse, offering an inspiring landscape for students interested in global architecture and design. The city’s iconic blend of Gothic, Modernist, and contemporary styles is most famously embodied in the works of Antoni Gaudí and makes it a living classroom for design enthusiasts. From historic cathedrals to cutting-edge urban spaces, Barcelona invites exploration of how architecture shapes culture, identity, and innovation. Whether you are sketching façades in the Gothic Quarter or studying sustainable design in modern neighborhoods, Barcelona is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
Use FabLab facilities at the cutting-edge Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia.
Get to know the city with guided tours to important historical sites and monuments.
Participate in a groundbreaking design project and develop innovative, sustainable ideas that improve living conditions in the city.
Discover the Gràcia neighborhood, famous for its bohemian and artistic style and streets filled with color and culture.
Hike the Carretera de les Aigües for amazing views over the city.
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Quick Details
- Barcelona, Spain
- Fall
- Spring
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Architecture
- Art History
- Communications
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- Foreign Language
- History
- International Business
- Leadership
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
- Urban & Regional Planning
- All Nationalities
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Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Well Organized
March 21, 2025by: Jessica L.I would recommend CIEE to another student because the Global Architecture + Design in Barcelona, Spain is a well organized program, they care for their students and providing good establishments for our stay.
Extremely beneficial for architecture students
September 05, 2024by: Olivia H.From an architectural student perspective, the program's affiliation with the School of IAAC is crucial and extremely beneficial for gaining experience in architecture and advanced innovative studies.
As an architecture student...
November 18, 2019by: Nicole S.As an architecture student under CIEE, only one of my classes was actually at CIEE so I didn't really feel connected to the rest of the students in the study abroad program. That wasn't an issue for me but it was different than my expectations that I would be more involved with students in the program that aren't in my major.
Incredibly helpful, but expensive
November 17, 2019by: Caroline A.I think that CIEE was incredibly helpful, but the expense was difficult to handle. If I thought someone was more likely to use all of the CIEE amenities I would recommend it to them, but if they were more wanting to do independent things I'm not sure I would.
Helpful
July 10, 2019by: Caroline A. - United StatesI think that CIEE was incredibly helpful, but the expense was difficult to handle. If I thought someone was more likely to use all of the CIEE amenities I would recommend it to them, but if they were more wanting to do independent things I'm not sure I would.
Research direct enroll
March 14, 2019by: Nicole S.As an architecture student under CIEE, only one of my classes was actually at CIEE so I didn't really feel connected to the rest of the students in the study abroad program. That wasn't an issue for me but it was different than my expectations that I would be more involved with students in the program that aren't in my major.
Awesome program
April 23, 2013by: Daniel K.Awesome program -- challenging and interesting design and visual communication program in a really fun and amazing place. Program was work hard and play hard.
Program Details
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Locations
- Barcelona, Spain
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Architecture
- Art History
- Communications
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- Foreign Language
- History
- International Business
- Leadership
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
- Urban & Regional Planning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Fall
- Spring
Age Requirement
18-30
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Travel Insurance
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Academic Credit
- Emergency Support
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Other
- Online Application
Ready to Learn More?
Your Global Architecture + Design program in Barcelona lasts 14 weeks. 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. Live and learn in Barcelona! Barcelona is Spain’s architectural powerhouse, offering an inspiring landscape for students interested in global architecture and design. The city’s iconic blend of Gothic, Modernist, and contemporary styles is most famously embodied in the works of Antoni Gaudí and makes it a living classroom for design enthusiasts. From historic cathedrals to cutting-edge urban spaces, Barcelona invites exploration of how architecture shapes culture, identity, and innovation. Whether you...
CIEE College Study Abroad
CIEE College Study Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Your Global Architecture + Design program in Barcelona lasts 14 weeks. 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. Live and learn in Barcelona! Barcelona is Spain’s architectural powerhouse, offering an inspiring landscape for students interested in global architecture and design. The city’s iconic blend of Gothic, Modernist, and contemporary styles is most famously embodied in the works of Antoni Gaudí and makes it a living classroom for design enthusiasts. From historic cathedrals to cutting-edge urban spaces, Barcelona invites exploration of how architecture shapes culture, identity, and innovation. Whether you...
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