Academics

Fields of Study: Humanities, Social Sciences

Take courses in business with a distinctly Spanish focus. This program offers curriculum designed specifically for UC students, small-class sizes, and excellent support from staff at the Expanish School. Round out your studies with a Spanish language course and an internship placement with a Barcelona-based company to gain hands-on experience.

Unique Study Opportunities

  • Gain valuable perspectives on the business culture of Spain.
  • Participate in an internship with a local company.
  • Get to know fellow UC students in small classes.

Language

Language of Instruction: English, Spanish

Spanish Language Study: Optional

Spanish language courses are offered from beginner to intermediate levels.

Even though all other coursework is taught in English, you'll find Spanish language study to be helpful as you navigate living in a Spanish-speaking country. Barcelona is an international city and many folks speak some English, but being able to communicate with even a little Spanish is incredibly useful and could open up more opportunities for getting to know locals.

You'll complete a placement exam a couple of months before the start of the program to determine your Spanish language course level.

Courses and Credit

Requirements While Abroad

To successfully complete this program:

  • Take a full-time course of study: a minimum of four courses and 18 quarter/12 semester UC units
  • You may select one course for pass/no pass.
  • Class attendance is mandatory. Absences are only excused in the case of medical reasons with a note from a doctor resident in Barcelona.

Current Program Courses

Exact offerings may vary depending on enrollment and instructor availability. Final course offerings are announced before the start of the program. Course options include:

Plus Spanish language at the elementary, upper elementary, and intermediate levels.

Experiential Learning

Research and independent study for academic credit are typically not available.

Course Registration

A few months before the start of the semester, UCEAP will email you a course selection form in which you will indicate the courses you wish to take. Course enrollment is held on a first-come, first-served basis. Enrollment in your top course preferences isn't guaranteed so be sure to have back-up courses in mind. Please be aware that this predeparture course enrollment represents your final course enrollment for the program and there won't be an add/drop period at the beginning of the term.

Catalogs and Resources

  • Trying to decide what Spain program is right for you? Refer to the Spain Comparison Chart and Spain Programs by Degree for additional guidance.
  • UCEAP Course Catalog: See a list of courses students have taken on this program. This isn't a current representation of course offerings on this program. Reference the above links to review recent course offerings.
  • Campus Credit Abroad: Learn the types of credit (major, minor, general education, elective) students from your campus received at this location. There are currently no listings for this program in the database.

Academic Culture

This program is designed for UC students and taught by faculty from local universities. You'll be in classes with other UC students and class sizes are relatively small. You're required to attend class, arrive punctually, and participate actively in your courses. Attendance is taken at every course meeting.

All courses may require a combination of exams, papers, reports, and projects that will constitute your final grade.

Grades

You'll earn direct UC credit and grades for all coursework.

Fall grades are typically available in late February and spring grades are typically available in late July. They may not arrive in time to accommodate degree verification deadlines.