Academic workload
A full workload is 30 ECTS per semester.
Academic calendar
September - January, February - June
Tuition fee
No tuition fee for Erasmus+ students.
Number of student places
1 PhD student per academic year.
Housing
Student housing can be provided through Barcelona University Centre. Students can also apply for housing through the private market. Here you can find more information about housing.
Cost of living
You can find general information about living costs here: Cost of living according to Numbeo
Admission requirements
Students must have completed one year of university level studies, equivalent to 60 ECTS. Note that some academic programs may have additional admission requirements and course prerequisites.
Language requirements
English B2
Exchange students from non-EU/EEA countries must apply for a visa/study permit before entering the country of destination. Generally, students must be able to satisfy the financial documentation in order to be issued visa. For more information, go to: Study visa - Spain
All exchange students must have valid health insurance, regardless of their nationalities. Students may be expected to purchase health care insurance for the duration of their stay, in addition to the insurance the students have from their home countries. EU/EEA students must bring their EHIC card. Non-EU/EEA students need to show that they have valid health insurance that covers their whole stay. For more information, go to: Insurance - UB
University of Barcelona
University of Barcelona (UB) is the first ranked university in Spain in the QS World University Ranking 2019. The UB campuses are spread out across the entire inner-city area, making it easy for students to move between the University and the city.