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  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain
  • Program Terms: Summer, Summer A-B-C(6weeks)
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Expanish 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Anthropology, Business, Business Administration, Communication, Culture, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Gastronomy, Management, Marketing, Other Language & Literature, Spanish
Program Description:
EXPANISHStudy Abroad
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Barcelona, Spain - Summer Program

Your summer abroad is already planned.

Join college students from across the U.S. for a six-week, six-credit summer in Barcelona built for ambitious students. Choose two courses, explore Europe's branding and startup capital, and make it count toward your degree.

ProgramBusiness & Culture
DatesEarly June-Mid July
CreditsUp to 6 US
Duration6 Weeks
See exact application deadlines and fees on our Dates & Fees page.
Business & Culture: Summer Program

Kick off your summer in vibrant Barcelona.

A six-week academic experience designed for ambitious students. Choose two courses, earn up to 6 U.S. credits, and explore one of Europe's most iconic cities through hands-on cultural experiences.

Learn & Live Business

Courses explore real-world business themes with a local twist, from branding to entrepreneurship to food culture. All taught in English.

Culture Meets Rigor

Program activities include a welcome city tour, a flamenco class, a paella workshop, and a day trip to Girona.

Credits That Count

Enroll in 2 courses for 6 U.S. credits, designed for easy transfer to your home university.

Spanish As You Go

Spanish is offered as a non-credit evening option to complement your immersion.

Barcelona Summer Academics

Academic Breakdown

Students enroll in 2 courses for a total of 6 U.S. credits. All courses are taught in English.

6Total US Credits
2Courses
EnglishLanguage of Instruction
6Weeks
Summer Courses

This summer, we're offering:

  • The Art of Branding: The Case of Barcelona, exploring marketing, design, and identity through Barcelona's global brand
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe, a look at the European startup ecosystem through case studies and guest speake--black);background:#fff;line-height:1.6} h1,h2,h3,h4{font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-weight:700;line-height:1.15} .wrap{max-width:var(--max);margin:0 auto;padding:0 24px} a{color:inherit} img{max-width:100%;display:block} .eyebrow{font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--aqua-deep)} .btn{display:inline-block;background:var(--black);color:#fff;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;padding:13px 24px;border-radius:100px;text-decoration:none;border:2px solid var(--black)} .btn.aqua{background:var(--aqua-deep);border-color:var(--aqua-deep)} .btn.on-white{background:#fff;color:var(--aqua-deep);border-color:#fff} .link-accent{color:var(--aqua-deep);font-weight:700;text-decoration:none} .top{background:var(--black);color:#fff;padding:14px 0} .top .wrap{display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between} 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