ELISAVA Design Abroad in Barcelona, Spain
Providing unique learning experiences for North American university students since 1969
Program Information
The Spanish Studies ELISAVA program is designed to allow you to complete coursework in English, as you gain a comprehensive understanding in the fields of design, engineering and communication through specialized and intensive courses. There is no better place to discover the new opportunities Design Studies affords than in Barcelona, capital city of Design.
ELISAVA is the first school of design, an internationally oriented educational and research institution affiliated with Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya. The ELISAVA campus is right in the heart of the hustle and bustle of La Rambla. You may take a stroll through one of the many barrios, or enjoy any of its famous Mediterranean beaches. This city is host to several UNESCO World Heritage sights, attracting millions of visitors each year.
Why choose this program?
- Dedication to academic excellence
- Fall, Spring, or Academic Year
- Courses taught in English at ELISAVA School of Design
- Take an optional Spanish language course
- Small class size for personalized attention
- Classes with other international students
- 12-18 credits per semester
- Live with a local family or in a Student Residence
- Optional intensive Spanish Language Course.
- Full access to university facilities
- Excursions: immerse yourself in a culture while touring with a group you know
Requirements
- Participants must have a 2.75 overall GPA and college junior or senior status.
- Students without design studies will have to take three mandatory subjects.
- Students with design studies will be required to present a portfolio.
Choose your term
Choose your courses
The key areas available are
Retail Design
Design for Packaging
Furniture and Product Design
Digital Representation Principles
Typography and Graphic Design
Historic Context of Art and Design
Food, Design and Health
Visual Merchandising
What are you spending your program fee on?
For a specific price for this program please reach out to us, as fees vary depending on the destination.
What does the program fee include?
Tuition
Double occupancy room & full board
Laundry
Overnight & local study visits & cultural activities
Orientation
Health Insurance
Spanish Studies transcript
Support of onsite staff
Special Dietary Needs
Students with food allergies, intolerances, or other medical conditions that require a special diet may incur an extra fee to cover related dietary expenses. Please contact Spanish Studies for additional details.
All fees are in U.S. dollars and based on current exchange rates. Any considerable decrease in the value of the dollar will affect fees.
How much spending money should I budget for?
These costs are merely orientative*
This plan estimates personal and miscellaneous expenses at approximately $175 per week.
If you need to travel to a consulate for the purpose of obtaining a visa before your program abroad (semester students only), remember to budget for that travel expense.
Some students will spend more and others will spend less, of course. Consider your lifestyle and budget accordingly.
The “Short Term” estimate is for one 3.5 week program; if you are participating in two, multiply by two.
Art & Design ELISAVA
ICT(STEM) Abroad
Short Term
Integrated Studies
Meet your Resident Director

I will work with you from the moment you apply to the Barcelona program. Throughout your stay in Barcelona and until your departure, my role is to help and guide you and even hug you when you need it. This amazing experience will change your life and I want to be a part of it. I love interacting with students and making sure you feel secure and satisfied with the program. Don’t hesitate to participate in this life changing experience. We are waiting for you!
María de la Viña