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  • Spain
    • Barcelona
Term
Fall, Spring
Subject Areas
Anthropology Art History Arts Business Communications Cultural Studies Geography Global Studies Hispanic Studies History International Business Liberal Arts Linguistics Philosophy Sociology +5
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Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Apartment Dormitory Host Family

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Starting Price
17995
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Classes Some Meals Travel Insurance
What's Not Included
Airport Transfers Visa
Nov 04, 2024
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Through this hybrid semester program, the Barcelona SAE Academic Study Center at the School for International Studies (SIS) combines courses alongside a local institution, UPF, which is rated one of the top universities in Spain.

This program allows for courses in a variety of fields which include business, humanities, and hispanic studies. Courses are offered in both English and Spanish, allowing students to become immersed in the local culture.

Students will take courses at the SIS city center campus in the morning, and courses at the historic Ciutadella campus at the UPF during the afternoons. This program provides students with the best of both worlds – small class sizes and local immersion.

Please visit the Barcelona SAE website for more information.

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Yixin
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Yes, I recommend this program

For future participants

Apr 24, 2025

1️⃣ Break out of your bubble—use Meetup! I joined language exchanges and food tours through the app, connecting with folks from Spain, Brazil, Japan… you name it. It’s not just about Barcelona; it’s a global vibe. You’ll learn slang, hidden spots, and maybe even salsa steps!
2️⃣ Turn “abroad” into a launchpad. I applied for a school library grant to research second-gen Chinese Spaniards’ identity here. Interviewing families, diving into Chinatown’s history—it wasn’t just “academic.” It clicked for me: Chinese-Spanish culture is Catalan culture. Their stories are part of Barcelona’s heartbeat.
3️⃣ Skip shipping from home—trust Barcelona (and the planet!). Unless it’s urgent, don’t haul stuff overseas. Shipping costs a fortune, cranks up your carbon footprint, and honestly? The diaspora here (like the Chinese-Spanish community) has everything. Needing toothpaste? Hit a farmacia. Craving chili oil? Check out shops in El Raval. Hunting for substitutes led me to quirky local tiendas—think olive soap, recycled notebooks, or paprika-spiced chocolate. Bonus: you’ll learn the Catalan word for “aisle”!

Living here taught me: Say “yes” to the weird onions, download that app, chase opportunities that scare you, and trust the local hustle. You’ll taste, learn, and belong in ways you never expected. 🥳 (And yes, always lick the romesco sauce off your fingers… and save the shipping boxes for souvenirs.)

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
The most unexpectedly different thing I ate in Barcelona was calçots! Back home, we only use them as a seasoning—tiny and pungent—but here, they’re the star of the plate. I couldn’t believe these giant, sweet green onions had their own festival (Calçotada!) where people gather to grill and devour them by the dozen.

I was amazed by how they’re cooked: charred over fire, peeled by hand (messy but fun!), and dipped in this incredible romesco sauce—creamy, smoky, and nutty. I thought they’d taste sharp like regular onions, but no—they were mild, almost sweet, and super juicy. It felt like a mix of a veggie and a ritual, with everyone laughing, sauce dripping everywhere. Totally changed how I see "onions"! Who knew a food I’d ignored back home could become a favorite abroad? 😂
Pros
  • break out your comfort zone
  • build new connections worldwide
  • learn a new way of living
Cons
  • loneliness sometimes
  • confined in cultural bubble
  • pickpocket
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chilling in the afternoon
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Weekend hiking in the nearby mountains

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Location

Location:
Barcelona
Currency:
Euro
Weather:
Jan-Mar
61 F / 41 F
Apr-Jun
77 F / 48 F
Jul-Sep
84 F / 57 F
Oct-Dec
72 F / 43 F
Airports:
Barcelona–El Prat
( BCN )

Whether you prefer beaches, buildings, or history, Barcelona is the place to be. Spend your time admiring Gaudi's work at La Sagrada Familia, walking down the Mar Bella beach, or learning about the history in Catalonia.

About Barcelona Study Abroad Experience (SAE)

Barcelona SAE is a boutique study abroad and internship program that provides personalized attention and focuses on this beautiful Mediterranean city that we call home. Ask any of our alumni and you’ll learn about their unforgettable academic, cultural, and professional experience – one that was beneficial not only during their time in Barcelona...

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