📖Introduction

University of Barcelona: The University of Barcelona is a public research university located in Barcelona, Spain. It was founded in 1450 and is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as humanities, social sciences, health sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. It is known for its high-quality research and academic programs, as well as its commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.

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📚About the Program

The master's degree in Economics provides students with the theoretical and empirical tools to analyse real economic problems and conduct independent research. Successful students will complete at least two of the five specializations on offer, and will develop the skills to work in fields such as higher education and economic and research consulting in public or private institutions. Students are also given the option of continuing their studies on the doctoral programme. The postgraduate programme in Economics is intended for students interested in pursuing a professional or research career at an international level. The programme comprises the two-year master's degree in Economics and the doctoral programme in Economics, which has received a quality distinction from the Ministry of Education. The objective of the master's degree in Economics is to train students in the use of theoretical and empirical methods for the analysis of real economic problems and for conducting independent research. ​​​​​​​The programme attracts students from around the world and enables them to integrate fully into the academic life of the University of Barcelona. At the end of the master's degree, approximately half of students join the doctoral programme in Economics at the UB or a similar programme. Show less
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🏫About University of Barcelona

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a public research university located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was founded in 1450 and is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Spain. The university is known for its excellence in research and teaching, and its commitment to internationalization. The University of Barcelona offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its faculties, including Arts and Humanities, Law, Medicine and Health Sciences, Social Sciences, and Sciences. The university also has a number of research centers and institutes, including the Institute of Neuroscience and the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology. UB is particularly well-known for its programs in Law, Medicine, Economics, and Business. The campus of the University of Barcelona is located in the heart of the city and is spread over several sites, including the historic building of the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the main campus in the Diagonal area. The campus is modern and well-equipped, with a range of facilities such as libraries, research centers, sports facilities, and student housing. The university also has a number of partnerships and collaborations with other leading universities and research institutions around the world, providing students with opportunities to study abroad and engage in international research projects. The University of Barcelona is committed to providing its students with a high-quality education that prepares them for success in their chosen careers. The university offers a range of academic and career services, including academic advising, tutoring, and career counseling. UB also has a strong focus on research and innovation, with a number of initiatives and programs that support faculty and student research activities.

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🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

231 RMB

Tuition fee:

17,000 EUR per year

17,000 EUR in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied in English at high school or a degree
- Have passed IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 95 or above.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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