API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat de Barcelona
- Hosted at: Universitat de Barcelona / University of Barcelona
- Location(s): Barcelona, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The Universitat de Barcelona was established in 1450 and is the oldest and largest university in Barcelona. Students complete Spanish language and culture courses alongside other American, Erasmus (European) and international students in the unive... read more
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Absolutely. The feeling of being able to just hop on a plane and go to Germany, Paris, or Rome for the weekend is an indescribable type of independence and adventure. Jessica C - Salem State College View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was life changing. I learned so much about the world, about what I wanted to do and most importantly, about myself. I honestly think that studying abroad makes you a better person because you have the opportunity to see, experience, and do so many new things that most people don't have the chance to. I... Caitlyn D - Texas State University-San Marcos View Entire Review
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The Universitat de Barcelona was established in 1450 and is the oldest and largest university in Barcelona. Students complete Spanish language and culture courses alongside other American, Erasmus (European) and international students in the university’s Department of Hispanic Studies.
Programs in Barcelona Includes:
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Spanish Language and Culture Studies: Students who study abroad in Barcelona in the Hispanic Studies Program complete one Spanish language class that meets for a total of 9 hours per week (110 hours each semester). Students then choose an additional 4 culture courses (for 6 semester credits). Any combination of 4 culture courses per level, per term will earn the student 6 semester credits.
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Summer Intensive Spanish Language Studies: Summer students have a language and culture course (for 90 contact hours). The culture portion of the language course (30 contact hours) focuses on key aspects related to Spanish History, Art and Literature in its periods of greatest splendor and character (Middle Ages, Siglo de Oro, Art and Culture in the 20th century). Visit some of the major cultural sites in Barcelona are part of the course!
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Tourism and Hospitality Studies: Students on this program will choose from a range of courses offered in English and Spanish. The goal of the program is to train professionals with the managerial skills needed to hold positions of responsibility in tourism and hospitality companies and institutions and to innovate in the face of the challenges posed by globalization, sustainability, and technological innovation.This program is offered through the Campus de Turisme, Hoteleria i Gastronomia of the Universitat de Barcelona, one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in Catalonia and Spain.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- European Studies
- Spanish and Iberian Studies
- Spanish Language, Literature
- International Law
- Cultural Studies
- Economics
- Geography
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Hospitality Administration
- International Business
- Marketing
- History
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
2.5Year Founded:
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