- Barcelona, Spain
The Universitat Pompeu Fabra, founded in 1990, ranks 9th in Europe. UPF has dedicated teaching staff, small class sizes, a focus on technology and global links. It has buildings strategically located throughout Barcelona, some near the historic downtown, and others in the revitalized 22@ neighborhood, home to engineering courses, incubators and start ups. Students can take all their courses English for Engineering, Science, Technology, Global Health and spring third trimester internships. Additional courses are offered to learn Spanish, engineering, economics, business, sciences, communications, humanities and technology. UT students choose one of two programs with different discipline tracks (1) Reciprocal Exchange for both Semesters and Year-long (2) Affiliate Education Abroad for both semesters, Year-long and Summer.
Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- Comparative Literature
- Journalism
- Radio-Television-Film
- Advertising
- Computer Science
- Kinesiology
- Science
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Law
- Social Science
- Art History
- European Studies
- Liberal Arts
- Spanish
- Biochemistry
- Finance
- Linguistics
- Spanish Civilization
- Biology
- Geography
- Management
- Statistics
- Biomedical Engineering
- Government
- Marketing
- Studio Art
- Bridging Disciplines
- History
- Middle Eastern Studies
- Textiles And Apparel
- Business Administration
- Humanities
- Natural Sciences
- Undergraduate Studies
- Chemistry
- International Business
- Philosophy
- Urban Studies
- Communication
- International Relations And Gl
- Public Relations
- Women's And Gender Studies
- Communication Studies
3 Programs Available for UNIVERSITAT POMPEU FABRA
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
For Spring, students must take two classes each term or four classes in either session. There is very limited exchange course availability in the Spring trimester and regular courses are very challenging. We recommend students go for the Winter trimester only or the Winter and Spring trimester keeping this in mind.
Faculty
UPF operates on the trimester system. Fall runs from September to December, Winter from January to March, and Spring from April to June. Be mindful of distances between schools if taking classes in different UPF schools. See various links below for course options.
Language(s) of Instruction
English, Spanish, and Catalan
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Minimum 3.0 GPA required, Good academic standing
- Minimum 60 hours completed
- Must have completed 1 semester of Spanish
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
UPF does not provide any accommodation. However, UPF works with BCU an organization offering housing options for international students.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a one-time $75 application fee and regular UT tuition. Additional costs include, but are not limited to Passport/Visa, food, local transportation and general living expenses.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2025 to June 19, 2025
- Instructional: January 8, 2025 to June 19, 2025
- Priority Deadline: September 15, 2024
- Final Deadline: September 25, 2024
- Program: September 19, 2025 to December 19, 2025
- Instructional: September 24, 2025 to December 19, 2025
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2025
Application Code
090104
Program Coordinator
Emma Schultz
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Exchange Partner Information
Program Dates
Exchange Partner Information
List of Available Courses
Exchange Partner Information
Video
Make an Appointment
Visa Information
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore: Spain & Portugal. Attend a live Q&A if you have questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising. PC: Emma Schultz
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Academic Information
UPF has three terms. Fall has one term from September-December. For Spring, students must attend both terms to be considered full time. An internship for credit is possible during the second term. Strong in some areas of ECE and BME & Global Health programs.
Language(s) of Instruction
English, Spanish, and Catalan
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA
- Minimum 60 hours complete prior to departure
- One semester of Spanish or equivalent
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
UPF does not provide any accommodation. However, UPF works with BCU, an organization offering housing options for international students.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
Students pay a one-time $75 application fee, $500 exchange fee, and regular UT tuition. Ad costs include, but are not limited to passport/VISA, food, local trans and general living expenses.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2025 to June 13, 2025
- Instructional: January 8, 2025 to June 13, 2025
- Priority Deadline: May 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: September 15, 2025
- Program: September 20, 2019 to December 20, 2019
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2018
Application Code
140013
Program Coordinator
Naomi Valdez
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions
Instagram
Information Session
Next Step
Meet with your academic advisor and discuss your degree plan and IDA. Attend a Semester Exchange Info Session with IEE Program Coordinator and Complete the Study Abroad Research Sheet. Meet with the International Engineering Education Program Coordinator, Naomi Valdez, to have your MyAbroad application opened.
Sponsored by Special
Academic Information
For Spring, students must take two classes each term or four classes in either session. There is very limited exchange course availability in the Spring trimester and regular courses are very challenging. We recommend students go for the Winter trimester only or the Winter and Spring trimester keeping this in mind.
Faculty
UPF operates on the trimester system. Fall runs from September to December, Winter from January to March, and Spring from April to June. Be mindful of distances between schools if taking classes in different UPF schools. See various links below for course options.
Language(s) of Instruction
English, Spanish, and Catalan
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Minimum 3.0 GPA required, Good academic standing.
- Minimum 45 hours completed.
- Must have completed 1 semester of Spanish
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
UPF does not provide any accommodation. However, UPF works with BCU an organization offering housing options for international students.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Student pays application, affiliate & program fees. $195 cancellation of registration if student decides to withdraw from program.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2025 to March 21, 2025
- Instructional: January 8, 2025 to March 21, 2025
- Priority Deadline: September 15, 2024
- Final Deadline: September 25, 2024
- Program: September 18, 2024 to December 20, 2024
- Instructional: September 18, 2024 to December 20, 2024
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2025
Application Code
290094
Program Coordinator
Emma Schultz
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Exchange Partner Information
Visa Information
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore: Spain & Portugal. Attend a live Q&A if you have questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.