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Overview

Universidad de Barcelona (University of Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. This institution also has a branch campus in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat. Established in 1450, Universidad de Barcelona (UB) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España. UB provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 575-year-old Spanish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UB also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Barcelona's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Barcelona's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Barcelona' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Barcelona's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Barcelona
Name
Name (Non Latin) Universitat de Barcelona
Acronym UB
Founded 1450
Motto Libertas Perfundet Omnia Luce
Freedom Spreads the Light Over Everyone
Colours
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Location

Address Gran Via de Les Corts Catalanes, 585
Barcelona
08007 Catalonia
Spain
University of Barcelona's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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University of Barcelona Phone Number 934021100
University of Barcelona Fax Number 934035404
Other locations L'Hospitalet de Llobregat

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Website

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University of Barcelona's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Barcelona is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

03/11/1450


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad de Barcelona's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Barcelona as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Barcelona Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Barcelona is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Barcelona's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad de Barcelona: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Barcelona Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Barcelona Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Barcelona categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Barcelona.



University of Barcelona: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Barcelona Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Barcelona website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Barcelona Admission Info


University of Barcelona's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Barcelona is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Barcelona's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Barcelona has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Barcelona's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Barcelona's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Barcelona has more than 4900 international students.


University of Barcelona's Admission Office Admission Office

Plaça Bonsuccés, 5-6
Barcelona 08001
932230323


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Barcelona's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Barcelona Size and Profile


University of Barcelona's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Barcelona has a student enrollment ranging from 45,000 to 49,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Barcelona's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Barcelona's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.


University of Barcelona's Control Type Control Type

University of Barcelona is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Barcelona's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Barcelona is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Barcelona's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Barcelona's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Barcelona's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Barcelona adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Barcelona's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Barcelona is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Barcelona Facilities


University of Barcelona's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Barcelona's Library


University of Barcelona's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Barcelona's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Barcelona's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

University of Barcelona Services


University of Barcelona's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Barcelona's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Barcelona's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Barcelona's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Barcelona's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Barcelona Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad de Barcelona consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Biology
  • Faculty of Chemistry
  • Faculty of Odontology
  • Faculty of Economic and Business Studies
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Faculty of Geography and History
  • Faculty of Geology
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Mathematics
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Library Sciences and Documentation
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Philology
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • Faculty of Physics
  • Faculty of Psychology
  • Faculty of Teacher Training

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Barcelona Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad de Barcelona's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Coimbra Group
  • International Forum of Public Universities (IFPU)
  • International Research Universities Network (IRUN)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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X X (Twitter)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Barcelona public or private?

University of Barcelona is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Barcelona profit or non-profit?

University of Barcelona is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Barcelona in terms of enrollment?

University of Barcelona has a student enrollment ranging from 45,000 to 49,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Barcelona in terms of academic staff?

University of Barcelona's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.

Is University of Barcelona a coeducational institution?

University of Barcelona is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Barcelona use?

University of Barcelona adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is University of Barcelona affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Barcelona admit international students?

Yes. University of Barcelona has more than 4900 international students.

What is University of Barcelona's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Barcelona's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Barcelona UB?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Barcelona UB located?

University of Barcelona is located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Address: Gran Via de Les Corts Catalanes, 585.

Is University of Barcelona UB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Barcelona is accredited by Ministerio de Universidades, España (since 03/11/1450).

Does University of Barcelona offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Barcelona offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Barcelona offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Barcelona have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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