Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya
Program Details
| Program Location |
Barcelona, Spain
|
| Sponsor |
Purdue |
| Program Type |
Exchange |
| Course # |
SA 20316
|
| Duration |
Spring Semester or
2 Semesters
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| To Be Announced |
| Past Dates |
|
Spring 2023 |
02/06/23 to
06/16/23 |
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Students applying for programs in Spain must have a valid, useable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 12 months after the program end date.
The Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (UPC) is a public institution of higher education and research that specializes in science, engineering, and architecture.
At UPC, you may be able to:
- Build Spanish language skills in classes with Spanish nationals and other study abroad students.
- Live alongside locals and form lifelong relationships.
- Explore Barcelona- Las Ramblas, Museu Picasso, and Gaudi’s architectural wonders.
As the capital of the autonomous community of Catalonia and the country’s second largest city, Barcelona offers a mixture of cultural backgrounds, art, and natural beauty.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
Eligibility
Students applying for programs in Spain must have a valid, useable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 12 months after the program end date.
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Engineering] [
College of Liberal Arts] [
Polytechnic Institute]
Specifically from:
ECE, CE, IE (ENGR), SLC (CLA for ENGR)
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish, Catalan
Semester Course Load: 24 ECTS (12 Purdue credit hours) minimum
UPC is a decentralized institution, and exchange students must take courses through one particular school. Students can take courses at the Escola Tècnica Superior d'Enginyeria de Camins, Canals i Ports de Barcelona (ETSECCPB - Civil Engineering), the Escola Tecnica Superior d'Enginyeria Industrial (ETSEIB - Industrial Engineering), or the Escola Tecnica Superior d/Enginyeria de Telecomunicado (ETSETB - Electrical and Computer Engineering).
Click here to review possible ETSECCPB course options.
Click here to review possible ETSEIB course options.
Click here to review possible ETSETB course options.
Housing
Although housing is not available on the UPC campus, the universities of Barcelona have an agreement with an accommodation service that can help place you in a shared flat or rented apartment.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2023
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
|
| You will pay Purdue Tuition |
Check Tuition |
| Program Fee |
$0.00
|
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) |
$32.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,200.00 |
| Housing |
$3,000.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$300.00 |
| Visa |
$170.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$200.00 |
| Meals |
$2,500.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$2,000.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Spring Semester |
Sep 1 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
