Located in the northeastern part of Spain, Barcelona has over the past two decades become one of the most popular cities in Europe. It represents the capital of Catalonia. A combination of modern and historic architecture makes this city a very unique place. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, and according to statistics one of the top 5 city-break destinations in the world. City beaches, boardwalks, parks, walking districts, cafes, restaurants as well as many other things make Barcelona one of the most exciting places. Also, it is well known by the distinctive architectural creations of Antoni Gaudi.
Barcelona is among Europe’s top student cities. It has many business schools, large Universities (numerous public and private), several study abroad centers conveniently located within the city as well as many summer schools, language, schools etc. Many courses are available in Spanish and/or English, and you’ll meet people of a wide range of nationalities. This city also has a huge offer of internship programs for English speakers during their studies.