Frequently asked questions
When does the enrolment period start and end?
The enrolment period for both the first and second term starts between the end of January and the beginning of February. The deadline to enroll will be May 31, 2025.
Can I only choose one course per period?
In order to avoid any overlaps in the schedules, you can only enrol in one course per period. In total, you can enrol in up to 2 courses, one during the first period and another one during the second period. Students can validate up to 12 ECTS credits, 6 ECTS credits per course.
Is the number of students per class limited?
Yes, the number of students per class is limited. We highly recommend you to enrol as soon as the enrolment period is open in order to secure your spot in the course of your preference.
Is my spot in the course confirmed even if I have not proceed with the payment?
Your spot at our UAB Summer School courses will be only secure when we receive the payment. Once you have enrolled you will have the option to directly pay the fee or pay later. If you choose to pay later, please take into account that the payment should be done during the following 7 days by accessing this webpage and selecting “Payments pending by POS terminal”.
How will I be informed if the application is successful?
Once we receive the payment, we will send you an acceptance email with further details about the UAB Barcelona Summer School and the course that you have selected.
Can I change the course I selected?
Only under extreme circumstances, will course changes be considered. So read course contents carefully and make sure they align with your wishes and needs, BEFORE you choose. The organization team is under no obligation to make changes once your enrollment decision is made.
Should I be enrolled in a University to get accepted?
UAB Barcelona Summer School comprises a training offer of undergraduate subjects in a range of fields which is open to undergraduate, graduate and PhD students. However, if you have a Bachelor Degree and you are not currently enrolled in an university, please contact us at summer@uab.cat.
Which is the required assistance to get the certificate?
It is mandatory to attend to a minimum of 80% of the classes in order to get the UAB Barcelona Summer School certificate.
Are online classes recorded?
Yes, we record the classes of online courses. Then, if you have a prior commitment, as an exam, that takes place during the hours of the UAB Barcelona Summer School course, you will be able to take the class afterwards. Please always inform the organization and professor in advance. We highly recommend to always participate on the initial class and to the individual sessions.
How does it works the refund policy?
The refund of the fee will occur only under circumstances that are out of the student's control, such as the rejection of the Visa and don't allow the student to participate in the course.
What happens if my course is cancelled?
Although very few courses are cancelled, UAB Barcelona Summer School reserves the right to cancel a course if it has not enrolled enough students. We will inform you weeks in advance about this situation and you will be able to modify your enrolment to another course or to ask for the refund of the course fee. Travelling and accommodation expenses will not be refunded.
Which documentation should I deliver during the enrolment process?
Please have the following documentation prepared for the enrolment process:
- Your academic certificate of the current academic year
- An ID photo
- A copy of your passport, DNI or NIE
You can find the enrolment instructions here.
What is the Early Bird fee?
Tuition payments for international and national students (NON-UAB) made before May 15 will receive a 20% discount.
Where are the courses taking place?
In-person courses are held on the UAB Campus in Bellaterra (Cerdanyola del Vallès). The UAB Campus is a natural environment with the best services: sports, leisure, culture and accommodation and is 35’ from Barcelona’s city centre by train.
How do I prepare my trip to Barcelona?
Please check the “Health insurances and Visa” section. Regarding accommodation, we offer different options that can be found here.