Explore Spain
Study in Spain.
Imagine sunlit plazas, lively cities and a warm Mediterranean pace. Explore Spain through the courses and places that suit you.
At a glance
Studying in Spain, at a glance.
Main intakes
September or October
Bachelor’s degree
Grado: usually 4 years
Master’s degree
1 to 2 years
Teaching language
Spanish (and regional languages), with growing English-taught options
Tuition (indicative)
Often €1,000 to €9,000 a year at public universities
Public fees are set by each region and charged per credit; non-EU students may pay more. Private universities cost more.
Living costs (indicative)
Often €800 to €1,200 a month
A typical estimate. Madrid and Barcelona cost more.
General guidance, reviewed in November 2026 against official and published sources. Fees, living-cost figures and requirements change and differ by institution and course, so always confirm with the institution and official sources such as SEPIE (Spain’s education agency) before making decisions.
Why Spain
What draws students to Spain.
Affordable public universities
Regional fee systems keep many public programmes affordable.
Business schools
Spain is home to internationally known business schools.
Language and lifestyle
Learn Spanish, one of the world’s most spoken languages.
Study opportunities
Subject areas with a wide choice of programmes.
English-taught options are most common in business and at master’s level. Start with what you want to learn, then check each course’s modules, teaching approach and entry requirements.
- Business and management
- Tourism and hospitality
- Architecture
- Engineering
- Spanish language and culture
- Health sciences
Where to study
Examples of well-known institutions in Spain.
In no particular order. These are examples to start your research, not rankings or recommendations, and many other excellent institutions exist.
University of Barcelona
- City
- Barcelona
- Type
- Public research university
Autonomous University of Barcelona
- City
- Barcelona
- Type
- Public research university
Complutense University of Madrid
- City
- Madrid
- Type
- Public research university
Autonomous University of Madrid
- City
- Madrid
- Type
- Public research university
Pompeu Fabra University
- City
- Barcelona
- Type
- Public university
University of Valencia
- City
- Valencia
- Type
- Public research university
Check programmes, entry requirements and fees on each institution’s official website.
Admission requirements
What applications usually ask for.
Requirements are set by each institution and course. Use this as a starting checklist, then follow the official course page.
Most applications
- Academic transcripts and certificates from your previous study.
- Evidence of your proficiency in the language of instruction.
- A personal statement or statement of purpose, written in your own words.
- One or two academic or professional references.
- A CV, particularly for postgraduate applications.
- A valid passport.
Specific to Spain
- Undergraduate applicants with foreign qualifications may need UNEDasiss accreditation.
- Spanish-taught courses usually need DELE or equivalent evidence.
- Apply directly to each university for most master’s programmes.
Scholarships
Scholarships worth researching.
Public information only. Eligibility, deadlines and amounts are set by each provider; WINAR does not provide or arrange funding.
Erasmus Mundus joint master’s
EU-funded scholarships for joint master’s programmes involving Spanish universities.
University scholarships
Spanish universities and foundations offer their own awards.
Student life
Everyday life in Spain.
Daily rhythm
Later meal times and a lively evening culture.
Regional languages
Catalan, Galician and Basque are used in some regions, including in teaching.
Climate
Mostly warm, with cold winters in the interior.
Visas and immigration
Visa and immigration rules are set by the government of Spain and change regularly. WINAR does not provide immigration advice or services. Read the official guidance published by Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and speak to a suitably qualified and regulated adviser if you need advice on your own circumstances.
Questions, answered plainly
Questions about studying in Spain.
What would your Spain chapter need?
Discuss your study goals, the information still to verify and possible next steps with WINAR. Support scope and destination coverage are subject to confirmation.