API (Academic Programs International): Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona
- Hosted at: Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB)
- Location(s): Barcelona, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona was founded in 1968 and is well known for its international profile. API students complete classes in English and in Spanish with mostly American students at two different campuses. The Sant Pau campus is loca... read more
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It was the best decision of my college career and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I gave it five stars because it was that great, and now I'm actually getting prepared to teach English abroad in the coming months. I loved it and I will be a lifelong traveler. Hayward S - Texas A&M - Baylor College of Dentistry View Entire Review
Yes. I gained an understanding of another culture, of euorpean and spanish politics and history. I had a lot of fun. Overall it was a really great experience Victoria M - Simmons College View Entire Review
Michelle - Barcelona - University of Hartford View Entire Review
Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. I would do it all over again without a doubt!! Christine S - Texas State University-San Marcos View Entire Review
Yes, it is a great way to learn firsthand about another countrys' culture. I gained an understanding for the way of life of the Spanish people and their general values. Molly S - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
Barcelona, Spain, was probably the best decision i have ever made in my life. They all say that when you go abroad or perhaps just Barcelona, that you are running away from something. Sometimes it's true, but sometimes you need to just leave and get away from America to appreciate, what you have at home, change, group up become ... Tashie - University of Hartford View Entire Review
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The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona was founded in 1968 and is well known for its international profile. API students complete classes in English and in Spanish with mostly American students at two different campuses. The Sant Pau campus is located in a renovated UNESCO World Heritage building near the famous Sagrada Familia church in the Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona. The Eixample campus is located within a 30 minute walk or 15 minute metro ride of the Sant Pau campus, and a 5 minute walk from the Plaza Catalunya.
Programs in Barcelona Includes:
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Semester Business and Liberal Arts: This program is designed for students who wish to complete elective courses primarily in English, in combination with Spanish language. Spanish language is offered at all levels at the UAB. All students will complete an online Spanish language placement test to determine their Spanish level. Based on a student’s language level, the number of elective courses in English will vary. Any student may choose to add extra elective courses for an additional fee. Almost all elective courses are conducted in English and are upper-division courses. UAB language levels correspond to the European Common Framework.
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Summer Business and International Studies: Students who are looking to study abroad in Barcelona over the summer and take courses in English are good candidates for this program. All classes except for the Spanish language classes are taught in English. Students take a placement exam online prior to arrival and are placed into a level based on the results of this exam.
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Summer Intensive Spanish Language Studies: This program is intended for students who want to study abroad in Barcelona and focus on improving their Spanish language skills in an immersion setting. Students are assessed based on classroom participation, local field trips, a short research paper, and exams. Students take a placement exam online prior to arrival and are placed into a level based on the results of this exam.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Spanish Language, Literature
- International Relations
- International Business
- Marketing
Minimum GPA:
2.75Year Founded:
1997Website
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