Study in Barcelona

Top universities

Barcelona is home to five universities ranked in the QS World University Rankings, including University of Barcelona, which places in 184th globally.

Good employment prospects

Barcelona enjoys a great reputation amongst employers and ranks 39th in the employer activity indicator. 

Delicious food 

In Barcelona you'll find restaurants with typical Spanish and Catalan dishes, such as tapas, croquetas and anchoas. 

Beautiful beaches

Studying in Barcelona you'll get the best of both worlds: bustling city life and a peaceful, golden beaches.

This year, Barcelona ranks 87th in the world for affordability. Expatistan estimates that a single person living in Barcelona will need around $1,806 (~£1,550) per month for general expenses. Tuition fees in Barcelona cost around US$7,200 on average. 

Barcelona offers one of Europe’s most appealing environments in which to live and study – sunny climate, beaches, renowned cuisine, a rich artistic and cultural legacy, cosmopolitan city centre and of course, a legendary party scene.

Barcelona is a great place to live, with two golden beaches located right in the heart of the city.  In the winter, ski resorts in the Pyrenees are only two hours away. 

The city also has its fair share of tourist attractions, such as the Gaudi designed Sagrada Familia, Saint Eulalia Cathedral and the Castell dels Tres Dragons.

The city’s second-highest score is for employer activity where it comes 39^th worldwide. If you're from the EU or the EEA (European Economic Area) or Switzerland, you can work in Barcelona without requiring a work permit. However, if you're from outside these countries, you'll need a Spanish Visa.

Popular sectors for graduates working in Barcelona include tourism, trade, logistics, transport and pharmaceuticals.