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SAI Programs
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Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), is a dynamic institution with an excellent reputation in Spain and globally. With its roots in the Catal...
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EF Education First
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Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abroad. Our immersive programs combine academic excellence with life-changing cultu...
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AIFS Abroad
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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 sem...
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Stay in Barcelona from 3 to 12 weeks to study subjects taught in English or Spanish, with the option of taking Spanish language courses. Enroll i...
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Your Business + Culture program in Barcelona lasts a full semester and is designed for students with a background in business. 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 wi
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Launch your global career in 2026 with an internship in Spain or Latin America through Adelante Abroad. Gain real international work experience, strengthen your resume, improve your Spanish skills, and build a global network while living abroad. We offer customized internships abroad in 30+ profess
WorldStrides
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Barcelona, the vibrant capital of Catalonia, is a city where history, culture, and creativity come together. As a bilingual city, you'll hear both Spanish and Catalan spoken throughout its lively neighborhoods. From medieval streets and historic landmarks to the iconic architecture of Antoni Gaudí,
Semester at Sea
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Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective t
IFSA, Institute for Study Abroad
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Usher in the new year with travel, learning, and cultural immersion in Barcelona, a cosmopolitan city and a global hub. The winter study abroad program of IFSA takes you to the capital of Catalonia, where you’ll take a three-week course and participate in a range of activities. The Social Media Mar
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Spend your summer studying in Barcelona, one of Europe’s most exciting and culturally rich cities. The Expanish Summer Program allows students to earn academic credit while exploring Spanish and Catalan culture through engaging coursework and cultural activities. Courses connect academic topics wit
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Explore urbanization and social justice in New York, Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and Cape Town. Through coursework, field visits, and homestays, examine how politics, economics, culture, and geography shape cities and influence the lives of urban citizens. Meet with academics, officials, NGOs, and gras
IES Abroad
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In this program, you can choose from a series of courses in Communications, Literature (including travel writing), Photography, Political Science, and much more. Barcelona will be your classroom. All of our courses feature course-related trips and faculty-led visits to cutting-edge digital media out
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Spend Spring (semester) or Summer 2026 in vibrant Barcelona, Spain with Authentica! Experience Spain’s leadership in the UN SDGs, from sustainable cities to climate action and global partnerships. Engage directly with these initiatives through hands-on coursework, co-curricular experiences, and pro
IED - Istituto Europeo di Design
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This Summer Course in Design Thinking for Business Transformation teaches key concepts, strategies, tools, and methods in English. It covers theory and practice, from idea to implementation, with daily workshops on relevant themes and tools. It's an intensive course that begins each day with a work
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Barcelona—Spain’s second-largest city—features a cosmopolitan atmosphere, a temperate climate, marvelous art, and fantastic opportunities to learn. Gaze upon Antoni Gaudí’s gothic Sagrada Familia church. Enjoy delicious tapas while socializing with new friends. Experience the thrill of soccer at Eur
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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 an
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Looking to boost your career while improving your Spanish? Why not combine both in an unforgettable and unique study abroad experience? At EUROACE, we partner with top companies across various industries in Valencia, Madrid and Barcelona, offering internship placements that enhance your academic s
Academic Programs International
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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, lifes
Instituto Hemingway
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Our program combines challenging academic study (beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels) with practical opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. This has been designed to provide a rich academic and cultural experience as well as foster lasting relationships between our s
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Study & Travel: Flexible Spanish Course with Accommodation Blau’s Playa Study & Travel program is a Spanish course in Barcelona with flexible schedule, designed for travelers and digital nomads who want steady progress without a fixed timetable. Our academy is located within a modern residential s
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There is no better city in Spain for teenagers to spend a summer studying abroad than Barcelona! This program for high school students offers a rare combination of academic enrichment, cultural immersion, and college preparation—all while living in a Mediterranean beach town. Attend engaging summe
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Study in Barcelona. Build career-ready digital marketing skills. Explore business beyond the classroom. Join ESEI International Business School for a 7-week international learning experience in one of Europe's most innovative cities. Our Digital Marketing Short Courses are designed for students who
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This all-in-one semester begins with one month traveling Spain by train, followed by two months in Barcelona where you choose your pathway. You’ll build soft skills (communication, confidence, problem-solving), hard skills (Spanish, digital tools, cooking), professional skills through internships or
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Learn Spanish in Barcelona, enjoy your Spanish learning vacation in our most popular Spanish location! Enjoy the combination of a large colorful city busting with intricate architecture, art, nightlife and festivals located on the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona is a great pick any time of year fo
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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, Anima
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Opening in Paris, The City of Light, gets this summer program started with a charge! We visit The Louvre, D'Orsay, and Pompidou museums and galleries that have stunned the wealthy and elite for generations. We climb the Eiffel Tower after a dinner at its base. Then after golden hour photos looking
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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
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The Oxford Academia Business Intensive at Esade Business School offers high school students a three-week, immersive experience in international business and entrepreneurship. Participants take daily classes with Esade faculty, develop their own business proposal, and workshop it at the state-of-the-
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Live in Barcelona—the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia—in this low-cost, non-profit study abroad program. Your host university is the University of Barcelona (UB), the top university in Spain for 2020 according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). UB offers courses across a broad r
SSA Education Abroad
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Study science and technology in English in Barcelona, Spain, through SSA’s STEM program at Universitat Pompeu Fabra. Designed for students interested in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, engineering, communication technologies, computer vision, and digital systems, this semester pr
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CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and
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ALBA Study Abroad in Barcelona's central mission is to offer a personalized, highly cultural and accessible study abroad experience for the student. In the process of meeting a student’s needs as a study abroad program, we aim at developing and enriching the student’s mind and spirit through cultura
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At Lex, pre-law students rotate to a new law firm each day, where they can expect to gain a deeper understanding of day-to-day life in the legal field. This is done by completing case studies and meeting with firms and attorneys throughout the host cities. In addition, they develop a deep appreciati
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Travel to Barcelona, Spain with Abbey Road Programs this summer! Improve your Spanish, meet new friends, explore the amazing sights of the Barcelona region, and so much more! The highlight of the program is our residence: a modern, comfortable and secure apartment complex, within the city. It ha
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An academic experience doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Go on a life-changing educational journey with StudyKai's Study Abroad Program in Spain. Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of Barcelona and Madrid while earning academic credits through flexible two-, four-, or ten-week programs.
Camino Barcelona Spanish School
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This is the most popular of our Spanish courses as it is intensive enough to help you make rapid progress with your language skills whilst allowing you plenty of free time to explore Barcelona. Enjoy our efficient Spanish lessons on weekday mornings (Monday to Friday) from 9:30 to 13:10, along with
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This course is perfect for long-term students who need to meet visa requirements while quickly developing strong communication, comprehension, writing, and grammatical skills. Whether you’re immersing yourself in Spanish culture or aiming to master the language in a short time, this intensive progra
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Eager to challenge yourself, both personally and professionally? Choose your MBA or Master's in Barcelona with the help of our friendly team! Put your career on the path you most want it to go. Learn more about our full-time or online MBA programs. Choose between different majors, among them: - Pro
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Redefine the future of fashion with digital design, technological innovation, and sustainability to respond to the new challenges and paradigms of the industry. The Master in Fashion Design and Technology offers training focused on the intersection of fashion design, digital technology, and contemp
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The demand for English teachers in Spain is high. Take advantage of this by becoming a certified teacher and getting the chance to work anywhere in this sophisticated country! Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from
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We are a Spanish language school based in Barcelona offering high-quality General Spanish courses for adults from A1 to C1 levels. Our programs are designed mainly for adult learners and professionals, although we welcome students from all backgrounds who want to improve their Spanish in a friendly
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The Summer School is an international, immersive education program. It will provide you with an interactive learning experience by engaging with expert lecturers and European industry. Through company visits, cultural site visits and hands-on learning, you will expand your knowledge & network. Join
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The BA (Hons) in Business Management at C3S Business School, Barcelona is a 36-month programme designed for students aiming to gain comprehensive knowledge and skills in business administration and management. This programme offers 360 ECTS credits and is taught in English. Students can choose betwe
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This program provides a comprehensive study of traditional techniques, giving students the aesthetic and technical foundation to become professional artists. Training includes 6–8 hours of guided study Monday to Thursday (10 am–1 pm & 2–5 pm, with optional evening sessions), and seminars every Frida
The National Registration Center for Study Abroad
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Learn Spanish in Barcelona, Spain. Founded in 1972, the school is a major centre for teacher training, language teaching, and related activities. They offer three main areas of activity: 1) Teaching Spanish to international students 2) Teaching other languages, such as French, German and Englis
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Take this opportunity to teach abroad and immerse yourself in a vibrant cosmopolitan capital! We provide a guaranteed job placement at one of our trusted partner schools, with a salary ranging from $965 to $1930. Receive extensive support before your departure and benefit from round-the-clock assi
How to Study Abroad in Barcelona
Program Options
The city is host to a variety of public and private educational institutions, and many study abroad programs in Barcelona have their own academic centers within the city as well. Even though the official language of Barcelona is Catalan, most classes available to international students are taught in Spanish or English. Classes which are taught in Spanish can often be challenging to follow for non-native speakers, but are a great way to advance your fluency of the language and they are sometimes adapted to fluency levels.
Popular areas of study in Barcelona include Spanish, Art, Architecture, Media Communications, and International Business. Barcelona may be a city best known for its rich artistic and cultural tradition, but it is also an increasingly important international place of business. Thus, there are a wealth of opportunities outside the classroom to advance your immersive experience in any of these areas of study in Barcelona. Like many great cities, history meets modernity in the streets of Barcelona.
The classroom structure in Spain is fairly laid back, whether you choose to study at the University of Barcelona, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, or any other institution, so you will find that professors often even show up late for their own classes. Remember, this is all part of the culture, so just enjoy this aspect of student life in Barcelona. The temperate Mediterranean climate makes easy studying and living in Barcelona year round, and study abroad courses are typically offered for the summer, semester, or full academic year. Semesters generally run from September to December and January to June, with winter and summer breaks in between.
Student Life
The relaxed Mediterranean mindset which infiltrates Barcelona is a welcome lifestyle change to many students accustomed to the stressful demands of their home campus. This being said, the lulling pace of life can make for a challenging transition at first. Dinner is not typically eaten until nine or ten at night, nightlife extends early into the morning, and many shops will spontaneously close up during siesta time. Still, it is hard to complain about a change of pace when your weekends are spent lounging on balmy beaches drinking mojitos, which is not uncommon for students living in Barcelona.
Further, you will never become bored while living in Barcelona. If you like architecture, check out Gaudi’s beautifully unique structures spread out across the whole city. If sports is your thing, cheer on the world’s premier football club in FC Barcelona. Song and dance? Check out Flamenco or Sardana then dance the night away in one of Barcelona’s infamous discotecas. And when you’re tired of all this, leisurely stroll along Las Ramblas to soak it all in.
There are some things to be mindful of though. Most foreigners consider Barcelona to be part of Spain, however, locals pride themselves on their Catalonian heritage. Barcelona actually remains the capital of the autonomous community of Catalonia, so you will experience a different flavor if you study in Barcelona as opposed to the rest of Spain. Just one more thing that makes Barcelona unique: though most locals speak Catalan regularly, just about everyone is equally fluent in Spanish.
Locations
Homestays are quite popular for study abroad in Barcelona, and offer international students a fantastic opportunity to experience Spanish culture in its familial form. Individual or group homestays can likely be organized through your study abroad program provider in Barcelona. Apartment or dormitory style housing may also be made available to those who are interested, especially those who choose to study in Barcelona at local universities.
If you are planning on studying abroad in Barcelona for more than 90 days, you will need to obtain a student visa before you leave home. Consult GoAbroad’s Embassy Directory for the specific requirements based on your home country so you can enjoy living in Barcelona without immigration woes.
Why
Barcelona offers an enriching, challenging, and fun culture for study abroad students from around the world to revel in. Let go and live life to the fullest everyday in this historical and architectural wonder of the Iberian Peninsula. Perfect your Spanish, gain practical international experience, and meet travelers from all over the world as you embark on the experience of a lifetime and study in Barcelona. It’s all good in the warming breeze of the Mediterranean; just study abroad in Barcelona and come see why for yourself!
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