Plan to arrive at the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) between 8am and 4pm on the official arrival date. Please make sure to complete the Travel Itinerary Form by the stated deadline to provide our staff with your itinerary. Your plane most likely will arrive at Terminal 1. After collecting your luggage, exit the Baggage Claim area to the right and there will be IES Abroad staff members there to greet you next to a mechanical ramp that says "Taxi," holding an IES Abroad Barcelona sign and wearing IES Abroad shirts. If you arrive in Terminal 2 please look for the Inter-Terminal connection (Green...

The program begins with an orientation period that introduces you to many aspects of life in Barcelona. In addition to orientation sessions, IES Abroad also organizes optional activities during orientation to help you get to know the staff, your fellow students and the city of Barcelona. You will find out the finalized orientation schedule once you've arrived in Barcelona and spoken with the IES Abroad Barcelona staff. Study Journey The IES Abroad Barcelona orientation includes a required, two-day study journey to Tarragona. The study journey is organized to foster meeting new people in the...

A seaport on the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona is the capital of Barcelona Province and of the autonomous region of Catalonia. Catalonia is 31,930 square kilometers with more than six million inhabitants. It has a long historical tradition, interesting cities and towns, a great architectural heritage, a wide range of services, and a strong personality of its own. For more information about Catalonia, visit the Generalitat de Catalunya website. Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of approximately 1.6 million, and it is the principal industrial and commercial center of...

We know that you are eager to learn about the field trips that will be available to you during your semester abroad. Field trip options and details may not be readily available until later in the predeparture process. Please be patient as we arrange field trips that will enrich your studies and give you the opportunity to explore your host country in a safe, engaging way. When field trip details are available, they will be posted here and you will get an email from your IES Abroad Advisor letting you know they are ready. Get ready for an unforgettable experience, get to know your new hometown...

If you require an internship as part of your semester abroad, please reach out to your IES Abroad Program Advisor as soon as possible. Internships offer a unique, real-world experience combined with professional skill building and cultural immersion. While we have a selection of internship placements that only require English, some fields require an intermediate or advanced level of Spanish. It is your responsibility to research and understand your current college or university's policies with regards to earning credit for an internship before you apply for one. To apply for an internship...

You are required to enroll in 15-19 credits per semester including one mandatory course within the disciplines of Liberal Arts & Business. Your program offers four ways to earn academic credit: Mandatory Spanish language course - offered at the IES Abroad Barcelona Center and range from the 100- to the 400- level. A Spanish language course is required for all students regardless of their proficiency level and is worth three to four credits. Intensive Spanish language courses are worth seven credits. (required, 3-7 credits) IES Abroad Area Studies courses - offered in English and Spanish at the...

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) UAB was established in the late 1960s and since then has become one of the most dynamic universities in Spain. Made up of more than 25 schools, faculties, and associated centers, it is the only real, campus-based university in Barcelona. UAB requires a minimum enrollment of two courses. UAB courses are offered at the Sant Pau campuses and are primarily in the disciplines of business, economics, politics, and humanities. These courses have similar schedules to IES Abroad courses, and are taught in English. These campuses are located in the central area of...

Universitat Central de Vic (UVIC) The University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia (UVIC) is an independent, state-supported educational institution. It offers 32 bachelor’s degrees in the fields of arts & humanities, science, health sciences, social sciences and engineering. At UVIC, you can enroll in courses taught in English for international students. Courses are available to you in the fields of business, design and innovation. All courses take place in the BAU School of Design, located 20 minutes by metro from the IES Abroad Barcelona Center. Academic Calendar Semester Starts...