University of Barcelona
Spain, Barcelona
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About UAB
Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) — public non-profit university. It is located in Barcelona, Spain. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1968. UAB is working together with European University Association (EUA), European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU), OpenCourseWare Consortium (OCW).
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which UAB is on top-180. The university is in top-200 of the independent international ranking THE.
UAB does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Establishment year
- 1968
- Students
- 32,902
- International students
- 4,063
- Female students
- 59%
Place in ratings
By subject
| Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences & Management | 93 |
| Arts & Humanities | 109 |
| Natural Sciences | 118 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 101-150 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 151 |
| Accounting & Finance | 151-200 |
| Engineering & Technology | 236 |
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UAB tuition fees
The academic calendar at UAB is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Spain. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The cost of study at UAB is the same for locals and foreigners — from 610 USD per year. The university has several scholarships to help students cover part of the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Bachelor
- 1,220USD/year
- Master
- Local1,876USD/year
- Foreign2,813USD/year
- Doctorate
- 610USD/year
Study programs at UAB
Journalism & Media
Journalism
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Tourism
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and Catalan Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and Classical Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and French Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and Spanish Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Contemporary History, Politics and Economics
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and Catalan Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and Classical Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and French Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Early Childhood Education
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Early Childhood Education + Primary Education
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Primary Education
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Bioinformatics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Mathematics and Data Analytics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Genetics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study degree
- BMath
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Bioinformatics - UAB/UPF/UB/UPC
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Microbiology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nursing
- Study degree
- BSN
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nursing - Gimbernat School of Nursing and Physiotherapy (affiliated school)
- Study degree
- BSN
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nursing - School of Nursing and Occupational Therapy (affiliated school)
- Study degree
- BSN
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Automation and Industrial Electronic Engineering - Salesian School of Sarrià (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering in Industrial Organisation - Salesian School of Sarrià (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mechanical Engineering - Salesian School of Sarrià (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Automotive Engineering - Salesian School of Sarrià (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration and Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration and Management + Law
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration and Management - English
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business and Information Technology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Artificial Inteligence
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Artificial Intelligence
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Engineering + Telecommunication Electronic Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Information Technology and Services - Tomàs Cerdà School of Computer Studies (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Applied Statistics + Sociology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Archaeology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Audiovisual Communication
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Contemporary History, Politics and Economics
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Criminology + Law
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Ancient Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art and Design - Massana School of Art (affiliated school)
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Catalan and Spanish
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
English and French
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Aeronautical Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nanotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physics + Chemistry
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Accounting and Finances
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Advertising and Public Relations
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Statistics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor's Degree in Law + Bachelor's Degree in International Relations
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biochemistry
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Vision
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Data Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economic Analysis
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Geoinformation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Internet of Things for e-Health
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Erasmus Mundus Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism and Digital Content Innovation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Aquaculture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Food Safety
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Laboratory Animal Science and Welfare
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Plant Biology, Genomics and Biotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Quality of Food of Animal Origin
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Biological and Environmental Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrochemistry. Science and Technology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Industrial Chemistry and Introduction to Chemical Research
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Modelling for Science and Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Advanced Research in Political Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Research in Economics and Business
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Degrowth - Ecology, Economics and Policy
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Economic Analysis
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Applied Research in Economics and Business
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Communication and Education
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Economic Analysis
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Advanced Research in Political Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Research in Economics and Business
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Degrowth - Ecology, Economics and Policy
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Economic Analysis
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Administration and Management of Teaching Centres
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Communication and Education
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Discourse Studies: Communication, Society and Learning
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Erasmus Mundus Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Erasmus Mundus in Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Advanced English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Advanced Studies in Catalan Language and Literature
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Ancient Mediterranean
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Philosophy
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Audiovisual Translation
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Advanced Genetics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Advanced Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioinformatics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
EUROPHOTONICS - European Master in Photonics Engineering, Nanophotonics and Biophotonics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Erasmus Mundus in Leading International Vaccinology Education
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Advanced English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Double Master's Degree in English and American Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Teacher Development for Foreign Language Education and Content and Language Integrated Learning
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Advanced English Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Double Master's Degree in English and American Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Management of Mountain Areas
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medieval European Identity
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Full-time
Musicology, Musical Education and Interpretation of Early Music
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Advanced Biotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Advanced Genetics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Advanced Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Clinical Research in Health Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioinformatics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Law
International Law, Global Security, Peace and Development
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Advanced Research in Political Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Aocial and Cultural Anthropology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Research in Economics and Business
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Communication and Education
- Study mode
- Online
- Study form
- Part-time
Communication and Language Disorders
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Sport Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Account Auditing and Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Advanced Immunology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Analysis and Management of the Artistic Heritage
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Analytic Philosophy
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Animal Genetics and Breeding, and Reproductive Biotechnology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Anthropology: Advanced Research and Social Intervention
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
PhD in Physics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Law
Human Security and Global Law
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Materials Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Food Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Food Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Health and Sports Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Sports Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Tourism
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Computer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Education
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Educational Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Educational Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Catalan Language and Literature and Theatre Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
English Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
History of Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Literary Theory and Comparative Literature
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Art History and Musicology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Communication and Journalism
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Media, Communication and Culture
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Strategic Communication, Advertising and Public Relations
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Translation and Intercultural Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Biodiversity
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Science and Technology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Geology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Terrestrial Ecology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Terrestrial Ecology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Bioinformatics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Biotechnology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Genetics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
History of Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Audiovisual Communication and Advertising
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Entrepreneurship and Management
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Applied Economics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Economic Analysis
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Entrepreneurship and Management
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Art History and Musicology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Audiovisual Communication and Advertising
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Catalan Language and Literature and Theatre Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Catalan Language and Literature and Theatre Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Romance Languages and Cultures
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Applied Economics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Classical Archaeology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Communication and Journalism
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Health and Sports Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Human Security and Global Law
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Animal Medicine and Health
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Animal Production
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Aquaculture
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Advanced Immunology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Animal Medicine and Health
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Clinical and Health Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Methodology of Biomedical Research and Public Health
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biomedicine
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Biotechnology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Cellular Biology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Chemistry
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
PhD in Clinical and Health Psychology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
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Bachelor degree at UAB
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of PTE or TOEFL. The TOEFL exam must be 78 and above. At UAB,you can also get a bachelor's degree remotely.
- TOEFL iBT
- 78
Master's degree at UAB
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at UAB for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 78. IELTS — 6 or higher. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at UAB.
- IELTS
- 6
- TOEFL iBT
- 78
- TOEFL PBT
- 577
Doctorate degree at UAB
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. For the TOEFL exam, the result must be at least 79.
- TOEFL iBT
- 79
UAB campus
The rural campus of UAB is a great opportunity to get an education in the fresh air. Thanks to this location type, students collaborate more closely with each other during their studies and outside of academic activities, creating a close-knit student community. Other advantages of the rural campus include access to various types of outdoor recreation and fewer distractions from study. The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. UAB regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
- Campus Type
- Rural
- Library
- Yes
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What to do after graduation
After graduation from the university, students can stay in the country for 1 year. To do this, you need to extend your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. Graduates of UAB find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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