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Come let Barcelona enchant you. Whether it is the salty sea air, the sweep of mountains in the distance, or the romance and excitement of Las Ramblas, where else can you marvel at Gaudi’s whimsical architectural genius while embracing the laid-bac... read more
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yes! yes! Brooke Winterhalder - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained independence, experience, expansion of my worldview, perspective, confidence, a network of people all over the world, a new appreciation for people and places. I also gained a new incentive to learn a language that I never thought I'd have. It was an invaluable experience. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned the value of independence and how important it is to make everyday an adventure. Time is of the essence! It was definitely a worthwhile experience! A student - Barnard College View Entire Review
Definitely! The experience was phenomenal. Getting to be in a new country and practice a new language was a really valuable and fun experience, and I'm really grateful and happy to have had the chance to go! A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
I learned about living in a huge city. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
I learned confidence, boldness, how to say yes to everything and how to say no with assurance. I learned to fail gracefully and to take on my biggest fears and stresses. I learned the value of telling stories and being open and vulnerable in an unfamiliar place. Addie L - Wofford College View Entire Review
From my experience abroad I learned how to be an independent global-citizen. I am much more open to change and different cultures than it was before. By living abroad I also learned how to adapt to situations and learned how to rely on my language and communication skills. It was a worthwhile experience that I will cherish forev... Sarah S - Wofford College View Entire Review
I always knew that I would be studying abroad at some point during my college career. Coming in, I did not know where I wanted to go or what I wanted to do, but I knew that I wanted to explore and fulfill a dream. I chose Barcelona because of my limited knowledge in Spanish as well as the desire to be located in Europe for a sem... Andrew B - University of Wisconsin - Madison View Entire Review
I learned some language skills, as well as a sense of independence and self-reliance. Halee S - Western Washington University View Entire Review
I learned that most young people in the United States are very unaware of the world around us and the international and intranational events taking place. I think that I have become much more invested in understanding events outside of the bubble I have created for myself. I definitely believe that it was worthwhile. Nicole C - Wofford College View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile! I gained a better appreciation for culture. I learned so much about myself and Barcelona itself. I significantly improved my language skills. katie.duncan.505 - Wofford College View Entire Review
I learned that traveling alone is a great time to learn about yourself while meeting random people from around the world. In my honest opinion it should be a requirement for all students. I really opens you up to other cultures and ways of thinking. A student - Franklin & Marshall College View Entire Review
IES Abroad is nothing short of spectacular! I just returned from the program in Barcelona (Fall 2014) and every bit of my expectations were surpassed. IES works to emerge their students in all the wonders of the city they live in, especially within the first month. They offer so many activities within the city, all guided by eit... Kaylynn N - Drake University View Entire Review
Learned more Spanish, learned more about myself and what I enjoy, got to travel a lot, got to experience new cultures and try new things, became more adventurous, definitely worthwhile Samiah Razak - Trinity University View Entire Review
Incredibly so, international exposure, enhanced social understanding, cultural adaptation techniques, and significant improvements in my ability to speak and understand Castellano. Alexander G - Trinity University View Entire Review
I found out more about who I am as a being. I learned how I interact with people and relate with myself. This will be one of the times in my life that I will always look back on and smile. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
There is not enough space in this box to describe what I learned from studying abroad, but it was definitely worthwhile! Camden S - University of Tulsa View Entire Review
It was personally not worthwhile for me because the workload was so excessive that I barely had time to experience the local culture of where I was. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned to be independent, how to manage my money and travels, and how to live a different cultural lifestyle. Joanne J - Muhlenberg College View Entire Review
Studying abroad was the best experience I ever had. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity where you learn more about yourself, the world and people you would never normally meet. I had an amazing time learning and exploring a new culture and country. I walked into my homestay with no idea of the language but my host family was ... A student - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review
Everything and yes. Need to do another. Ricardo W - Trinity University View Entire Review
Very much worthwhile, I gained way more than I expected. Each passing day was like a treat; an opportunity to learn something new and see something I've never seen before. I fell in love with every small quality about being abroad. Meeting new people from different backgrounds never bored me and learning about a new tradition or... johana g - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned that there might be a wrong way to do things but there is most definitely more than one right way of doing things. Different ways of life give you different cultural insights that will help you learn more about yourself and the world that you live in. Rabia H - Elmhurst University View Entire Review
I learned a lot of about both myself over the course of the semester. I was forced to challenge myself in new ways, and had to work through new and difficult situations. It was definitely worthwhile, and I have grown in many ways as a result of the experience. Kelsey M - Connecticut College View Entire Review
I learned to be more culturally understanding. I learned to appreciate what I have at home. I learned to do something new each day and constantly explore. Traveling is a worthwhile experience. Laura D - Manhattanville College View Entire Review
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Come let Barcelona enchant you. Whether it is the salty sea air, the sweep of mountains in the distance, or the romance and excitement of Las Ramblas, where else can you marvel at Gaudi’s whimsical architectural genius while embracing the laid-back Spanish lifestyle?
Programs in Barcelona:
Programs in Barcelona:
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Barcelona - Advanced Spanish Studies: This program is designed to elevate your Spanish language skills. In addition to an advanced language course and other Spanish-taught IES Abroad courses, you can also directly enroll in a local university. Here you may make some Spanish friends as you study alongside local students. Internship opportunities are also available to fully experience all Barcelona has to offer.
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Barcelona - Liberal Arts & Business: Feast your eyes on the many sights of Barcelona! Admire the stunning Modernist architecture of Antoni Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia church, stroll through the whimsical Park Güell, shop the markets and street vendors of Las Ramblas, visit the beautiful beaches—should we continue? You can experience it all here. There are a wide variety of IES Abroad courses available, primarily taught in English by our world-class faculty. You are grouped into language proficiency-based levels to focus your course enrollment options. This also provides a sense of community with your fellow students and challenges you to maximize your learning.
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Barcelona Summer - Internship: With great influence in commerce, education, entertainment, media, fashion, and the arts, Barcelona has made its mark as a major player in the global market. Walk to work or take the metro, bus, or tram through this remarkable city of architectural and cultural wonders. Lunch is always an opportunity to sample the best of Mediterranean fare: delicious tapas, the freshest seafood, and Crema Catalana for dessert! An IES Internship develops your professional skills, your ability to communicate across cultures, and provides substantive work experience to jump-start your career in today’s competitive job market. The optional language class increases your Spanish language proficiency and fluency.
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Barcelona Summer - Language & Area Studies: The IES Abroad Barcelona Language & Area Studies Summer Program is designed for students who want to study abroad in Spain and experience contemporary Spanish culture from the Catalonian perspective in a challenging academic environment. Language courses develop your written and oral proficiency in Spanish and area studies courses provide an excellent opportunity to learn about modern Spain in the larger context of the European Union. Courses are available in both Spanish and English. Over the course of the summer, you will come to know its vibrant plazas and winding streets for yourself. The Barcelona Language & Area Studies Program offers enrollment in IES Abroad courses, housing in homestays with local residents or student apartments with live-in Barcelona Cultural Companions to facilitate your cultural immersion, and DiscoverIES (course-related excursions & field trips). You will have the opportunity to meet Spanish and international students alike. Starting at the IES Abroad Center in the center of Barcelona near the Plaza Catalunya, this study abroad program will help you to gain a meaningful cultural experience and a deeper knowledge of what it means to be a citizen of the world.
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Barcelona - Arts & Culture: Choose from a series of courses on Art History, Cultural Studies, Literature, and more. Barcelona will be your classroom. All IES Abroad courses feature course-related trips and numerous faculty-led visits to museums, monuments, and sites around the city. Imagine studying the work of Gaudí while visiting the Sagrada Familia! Study the early paintings of Picasso and head to the Picasso Museum to see the vast collection of his great works.
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Barcelona - Journalism & Communications: Choose from a series of courses in Communications, Literature (including travel writing), Photography, Political Science, and much more. Barcelona will be your classroom. All of our courses feature course-related trips and faculty-led visits to cutting-edge digital media outlets, newsrooms, agencies, and more. Imagine studying Advertising and then visiting an international ad agency or attending a lecture by an internationally-known photojournalist as part of your visual storytelling course. It’s all waiting for you here in Barcelona.
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Barcelona - Political Science & International Relations: Take courses in a wide range of topics including politics, regionalism, international security, international business and relations, and many others. Imagine taking in all that Barcelona has to offer while taking exciting courses, like Campaigning in Europe: From Propaganda to Political Marketing or Globalized Economy & Migration. All of our courses feature course-related trips and faculty-led visits to government offices and institutions.
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Barcelona Full-time Semester Internship: Spend a semester as an intern in Barcelona – a city with great influence in commerce, education, entertainment, media, fashion, and the arts. When you spend a semester interning in Barcelona, you’ll be guaranteed placement in an unpaid internship that will develop your professional skills and enhance your ability to communicate across cultures.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literature
- Cultural Studies
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Sociology
- Fine Arts, Studio Arts
- Business
- Business Communications
- History
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
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