Every year abundance of students from all over the world chooses Spain as their study abroad destination. They come to this country for several reasons. Spain is globally known for its teaching, innovation, and research. Other main reasons for choosing Spain as a study abroad destination are a unique culture, the opportunity to practice the language first-hand, and the outstanding cuisine full of tasty treats and meals.
There is a wide variety of places to choose from to study in Spain. You can get admissions to over 70 universities in Spain. Besides big cities like Madrid and Barcelona, students can also apply to universities in other Spanish cities like Seville, Alicante, Valencia, Granada Marbella, Salamanca, Zaragoza, etc
Even if you don’t know the Spanish language, there are programs or courses at Spanish universities that are available in English. You will find English-taught programs from anthropology to chemistry in each study field. There are bachelor's and master's degrees in English related to the 5 branches of study in Spain: Arts and Humanities, Science, Health Science, Social and Legal Science, and Engineering and Architecture.
If you are planning to study at Spanish universities, you have to decide the course and university first. Then you have to start the process by researching the admission process on the university websites of that selected university. You will be required to collect a few documents as per the university’s admission requirement for the application process. Apply and get your offer letter. Once your admission is confirmed apply for a student visa for Spain. Obtain it and fly to Spain for your studies.
There are many popular courses in Spain. Whether you want to earn a bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree, there are unlimited choices available for you. Besides, doctorate degrees can also be obtained in the country in several different areas. Spanish universities offer a total of over 800 programs taught fully or partially in English. You can choose to study Law Programs, Arts and Humanities, Marketing and Finance, STEM Degrees, Hospitality Management, etc.
Spain is popular among international students looking for high-quality education at a very reasonable price. Tuition fees at Spanish Universities are the most affordable in Europe. The tuition fees range from 750 EUR to 2,500 EUR per year for Bachelor's programs, and tuition fees for Master's programs are around 1,000 to 3,500 EUR per year. Private universities set their own fees. It can be as high as 20,000 EUR per annum.
Unfortunately, you cannot study in Spain for free. Although you can take benefit from scholarships available for international students to make your studies abroad affordable. Some of the scholarships are Spain Government Scholarships, IED Barcelona Scholarships – Masters and Postgraduates, University of Lleida Master Scholarship, University of Barcelona Social Media scholarships, University of Granada Scholarship, etc.
It is not necessary to learn the Spanish language when your study program in Spain is in English. But it is recommended to learn some basic Spanish language to make your life easy in Spain. Your course might be taught in English, but life outside the campus will become easy if you know the Spanish language.
As an international student, you can only work in Spain for 20 hours per week on the condition of staying for more than 90 days. You will be able to find part-time employment. Many international students work part-time with their studies to earn an extra income. Working while studying in Spain will enhance your language skills, allow you to build a network, and fund your weekend adventures.
To get admission to a Spanish university, you will be required to submit some of the supporting documents along with the filled application. These documents include your transcripts and certificate, proof of Spanish/English proficiency, statement of purpose, letter of recommendation, a valid passport, and Resume. These requirements change with the university and course you choose. You will also require a few more documents for the student visa process such as financial capability proof, health insurance, etc.
