Your Semester in Barcelona Starts Here.
16 weeks split between Expanish Study Center and UVic. Mon–Thu classes mean real weekends to explore Europe. GoAbroad 2026 Finalist.
Study like a local at both our Expanish Study Center and a local University, Universitat de Vic. Choose from a variety of courses in English and make international friends.
Learning doesn’t stop at the Study Center. You'll engage with the city through faculty-led activities, cultural insights, and neighborhood exploration.
Through collaborative projects, applied coursework, and exposure to Barcelona’s startup and creative ecosystems, you'll develop cross-cultural communication skills and a global business mindset that extends well beyond the semester.
Classes are from Monday through Thursday, giving you the opportunity to relax and enjoy longer weekends throughout your semester abroad.
Explore Your Courses in Barcelona
Students will receive a transcript from Central University of Catalonia (UVIC) for courses taken at the partner university. For courses taken at Expanish, students will receive a transcript issued through Westminster University and must request and pay for the transcript directly through Westminster.
Credits & Course Structure
During your semester in Barcelona, you will take 4–5 courses total, earning 12–15 U.S. semester credits.
Credits Breakdown:
6 U.S. credits from courses at UVic (local university)
6–9 U.S. credits from Spanish language and/or content courses at Expanish
Languages of Instruction:
UVic courses: English
Expanish courses: Spanish language or English-taught content courses
Weekly Schedule: Classes run Monday through Thursday, giving you long weekends to explore Barcelona and the surrounding region.
Spanish Language + Business & Elective Courses in English
Our Expanish center combines Spanish language courses with English-taught business and elective courses, creating a flexible academic schedule tailored to your goals.
Spanish Language Courses (3 Levels Available)
Students are placed according to their level through a placement test.
Business & Elective Courses (Taught in English)
Students may enroll in 2–3 English-taught courses at the Expanish Center.
Available Courses Include:
The City of Events: Management of Operations
Courses at UVic – Universitat de Vic (Partner University)
Take one or two courses at a local university to experience an authentic Spanish university environment and expand your academic options.
Academic Areas Include:
Business & Economics
Health Sciences
Engineering
Education
Communication
Humanities
Social Sciences
On the button below, you will find the available UVic courses for Spring and Fall. Go to pages pages 6 - 9 for the most up to date University information.
Eligibility
2.75 minimum GPA
30 completed college credits when applying
If you have any questions regarding our program requirements, please reach out to our program advisors.
Visa Requirements:
Yes, this program requires a student visa
What Does A Week In Barcelona Look Like?
Studying at the Expanish Study Center
Located in the heart of Barcelona, the Expanish Study Center provides modern facilities, passionate instructors, and a strong support network. As a student, you’ll join a diverse international community, balancing academic excellence with meaningful cultural exchange.
Our Expanish Campus hosts students from around the world, giving you the opportunity to not only connect with the Spanish culture - but with the world.
Our school is in the heart of Barcelona, just a few minutes from famous landmarks, cafes, and go-to student areas.
Our mission is to connect cultures, by hosting our 3-4 weekly school events, you'll meet new friends and cultural traditions daily.
Student Housing & Program Prices
What's Included in Your Barcelona Semester Program?
Program Essentials | Cultural & Social Activities |
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Hear from Our Barcelona Students
Studying abroad in Barcelona is genuinely the best decision I have ever made in my life, & I don't think anything will ever top this experience. Expanish provided everything, from housing to day trips & even introduced me to my closest friends. From cooking family dinners in our residence hall to taking a 34-person program trip to Morocco, every moment in Barcelona made every anxious though worth it :') I couldn't imagine going abroad & choosing any other program. One of my biggest fears was struggling to make friends in my classes, but our program placed us together & basically forced us to bond, & it ended up being the best part of studying abroad. I love every single person I've met here & I can't believe that I have to leave it all behind in 3 weeks.The worst part of studying abroad genuinely is having to leave. If you're debating going abroad, do it. Please.
This was the best time of my life. Expanish was so helpful and the staff is great. The experience was incredible and I love Barcelona. Additionally going off of that, the teaching was good and very different than in the United States of America. It is different because we do a lot of presentations which we don’t do in the United States. I have definitely become a better public speaker.
Studying abroad in Barcelona is genuinely the best decision I have ever made in my life, & I don't think anything will ever top this experience. Expanish provided everything, from housing to day trips & even introduced me to my closest friends. From cooking family dinners in our residence hall to taking a 34-person program trip to Morocco, every moment in Barcelona made every anxious though worth it :') I couldn't imagine going abroad & choosing any other program. One of my biggest fears was struggling to make friends in my classes, but our program placed us together & basically forced us to bond, & it ended up being the best part of studying abroad. I love every single person I've met here & I can't believe that I have to leave it all behind in 3 weeks.The worst part of studying abroad genuinely is having to leave. If you're debating going abroad, do it. Please.
The good thing is you will meet a lot of people and can establish relationships from people all over California. It's a great experience overall.
Studying abroad in Barcelona gave me so much personal growth. Living and learning in a totally new environment taught me things about myself that a classroom back home never could.
Meet Our Barcelona Staff
Agustín Izquierdo
Student Services - Housing Coordinator
Ana Pardo Pastrana
Instructor
Agustín Izquierdo
Student Services - Housing Coordinator
Ana Pardo Pastrana
Instructor
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Areeza: Studying In Barcelona Changed My Life
Areeza Kabani, a student at University of California Irvine, recently completed a UCEAP Business in Barcelona study abroad program with Expanish. In this candid reflection for Expanish she describes how the experience - the good, the bad and everything in between - has changed her for the better.
10 Reasons to Fall In Love with Barcelona
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11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying In Barcelona
Areeza Kabani, a student at University of California Irvine, recently completed a three-month UCEAP Business in Barcelona study abroad program with Expanish. In a series of articles written for Expanish, Areeza shares some key tips for other US university students alongside thoughtful and candid reflections about her experience.
