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Universitat de Barcelona

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Universitat de Barcelona: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universitat de Barcelona is a public research university in Barcelona, Spain. It suits students who want a large university in Spain with a broad academic environment and who are prepared to check programme details directly on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    Universitat de Barcelona is a public research university, but the available details do not list specific subject areas or degree programmes. If you are considering it, confirm the current programme catalogue on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Application steps for international students are not specified here. Check the university’s official admissions pages for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Barcelona should be planned for separately, as they will depend on housing, transport, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not specified here, so confirm it before you apply. You should also check whether your chosen programme has different entry requirements for international applicants, what documents are needed, and whether there are deadlines for non-EU students.

  6. How it compares

    In a country with 98 universities, Universitat de Barcelona stands out mainly for its size and its position as a public research university in Barcelona. For an international applicant, that usually means a large choice of academic paths, but the exact fit depends on the programme you want and the admissions rules for that subject.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universitat de Barcelona

What type of university is Universitat de Barcelona?

It is a public university and a public research university.

Where is Universitat de Barcelona located?

It is located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

How many students does it have?

It has 76,000 students.

What is the university website?

http://www.ub.es/

Overview

The University of Barcelona, formerly also known as Central University of Barcelona is a public research university located in the city of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was established in 1450. With 76,000 students, it is one of the biggest universities in Spain and has also been ranked 1st in the country in most of the 2025 rankings.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Spain.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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