University of Barcelona

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   The short answer

   The University of Barcelona is a public university in Barcelona, Spain, and it suits students who want a large university environment with a strong international mix. It may also appeal to applicants who want a well-established institution in a major Spanish city.

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   What you can study

   Programme areas are not listed, so the subject catalogue should be checked directly on the university website. The institution is a public university in Barcelona, and the available information points to a large, research-focused university rather than a specialist school.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen programme on the university website. They should also confirm document requirements, language requirements, deadlines, and whether any country-specific steps apply before submitting an application.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is listed at EUR 2,500 to EUR 3,500. Living costs in Barcelona will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so applicants should budget separately and confirm the current fee and payment schedule with the admissions office.

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   Coming from abroad

   The university has 10,000 international students, which suggests a large international community. The language of instruction is not published here, so an applicant moving from abroad should confirm the teaching language, visa needs, housing options, health insurance requirements, and any language proof needed before applying.

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   How it compares

   Among Spain’s 98 universities, this one stands out for its size, its public status, and its international student count. Its published QS world rank of 165 places it in the group of Spanish universities that are visible internationally, while its Barcelona location may make it more practical for students who want a large city base.

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.