Spanish + Barcelona
An intensive programme that combines language classes, cultural immersion and academic support. Progress quickly and use the language from day one.
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Spanish + Barcelona
Total immersion in the city
A1–C2. Learn Spanish while living Barcelona. With study visa. You are here.
Estás aquíPrices and options
Long-term study visa: intensive 9 or 12-month programme with all the academic documentation for your visa.
- ✓Enrolment fee 350 € included · first book
- ✓Administrative processing and place reservation
- ✓Cultural activities
- ✓Academic documentation for the visa
- ·Enrolment fee is non-refundable.
- ·In case of visa denial: full refund of the course fee.
- ·Enrolment valid for 1 year with possibility of extension; you can change your start dates.
- ·Price includes administrative fees; bank transfer charges not included.
Enrolment valid for 1 year
If you cannot start on the planned date, your enrolment is valid for one year with the possibility of extension, and you can change your start dates.
◈ Ready to Go
Already have your visa or consular appointment? Starting in less than 24 hours? Ask us about our special Ready to Go rates.
Enquire now →Learn Spanish
1 month
4 weeks · 20h/week
2 months
8 weeks · 20h/week
3 months
12 weeks · 20h/week
4 months
16 weeks · 20h/week
5 months
20 weeks · 20h/week
+ Enrolment fee 60 €. Available from 1 week subject to availability.
Flexible option to learn Spanish in Barcelona without visa paperwork. From one week, adapt the duration to your goals.
- ◆First book included
- ◆Registration processing
- ◆Place reservation
- ◆Cultural activities
We support you every step of the way
This programme allows you to apply for a study visa at a centre accredited by the Instituto Cervantes. After payment, we issue your documentation within 48 business hours. We help you with accommodation, health insurance and other services. If needed, we can recommend educational agencies or specialised lawyers.
20 hours
per week
General Spanish
Monday to Thursday · in person
Cultural immersion
Monday to Thursday · before or after the course
Group tutorials
Friday · follow-up and guidance
Friday activities and events
Walking tours · film club · flamenco · quarterly excursions
Independent study
Learning journal · LIPEANDO platform
Three time
slots
Teaching hour: 55 min · Start all year roundnMainly in person — online or blended also possible.
Placement test
Before you start
Welcome
Initial orientation
Weekly tutorials
Every Friday
Follow-up
Ongoing progress
Journal
Personal learning
Final certificate
Official documentation
A programme
in stages
You don’t just advance through levels: you follow an itinerary where Barcelona takes centre stage. In-house materials by the BCNLIP academic team.
You start communicating and finding your way around Barcelona. Language and city life from day one.
You gain the independence to get by in Spain and handle real everyday situations.
You discover the history, culture and social keys of Spain. You narrate, give opinions and analyse.
Barcelona as the core of learning. History, urban evolution and the reality of its neighbourhoods.
You participate actively: projects, proposals and connection with different cultural realities.
You create complex content and develop your own perspective on Barcelona.
Practical, communicative and experiential
Language is learned by using it: in the classroom, in the city and in projects connected with reality. Communicative and experiential methodology, aligned with the CEFR and the Instituto Cervantes Curriculum Plan.
Want to prepare before you arrive?
Learn Spanish online with the same teaching team before your arrival in Barcelona.
BCNLIP · The city as your classroom
Learn by living Barcelona
BCNLIP · Spanish programmes
Not quite what you’re looking for?
At BCNLIP we offer other options. Get in touch and we’ll help you find the ideal programme.
Spanish + Barcelona
Immersion Programme · 20h/week
A1–C2. Intensive programme with cultural immersion and support. Valid for study visa.
Estás aquíGeneral courses
Immersion only · Fewer hours
For those who want to progress at their own pace without a long stay.
Ver programa →Online
Spanish Pathway Program
Learn Spanish online with the same teaching team before you arrive.
Ver programa →Short stays
From 1 week without visa
Flexible, no paperwork. Adapt the duration to your goals.
Ver programa →Language with purpose
Learn Spanish or Catalan while participating in real educational and social projects in Barcelona. An experience with personal, cultural and professional impact.
An experience with purpose
A 12-month programme combining language training and supervised volunteering at the Fundación BCNLIP.
- ✓Enrolment fee 350 € included
- ✓Administrative processing
- ✓Place reservation
- ✓Follow-up and tutorials
- ✓Volunteering participation
- ✓Support throughout the itinerary
- ✓Academic documentation (if applicable)
- ·Enrolment fee is non-refundable.
- ·The course fee is only refundable in case of visa or permit denial, subject to review.
- ·Bank transfer charges not included.
Fundación BCNLIP
This programme is run within the Fundación BCNLIP. It combines language training with participation in real educational and social projects in Barcelona.
◈ Limited places
Places on this programme are limited. Contact us to check availability and upcoming start dates.
Check availability →Conditions and entry level
Students with a genuine motivation for volunteering and social impact. An especially interesting option for study visa renewal.
A minimum B1 level (ideally B1.2) is recommended to participate in the Spanish volunteering programme.
The programme can also be taken in Catalan. Completion of Spanish B1 level or an equivalent Catalan level is required.
This programme requires a prior selection process
Tell us your level, your idea of the experience and your start date.
20 hours
per week
Language
Spanish or Catalan · in person
Supervised volunteering
Real projects at the Fundación BCNLIP
Training and personal project
Specific preparation and guided reflection
Independent study
Activities linked to the environment · according to the programme
Spanish or
Catalan
Spanish: minimum recommended level B1 (ideally B1.2)nCatalan: requires completion of Spanish B1 or equivalent Catalan levelnnnℹ️ Start dates subject to availability. Programme mainly in person.
Placement test
Before you start
Welcome
Initial orientation
Tutorials
Ongoing follow-up
Progress
Guided assessment
Personal project
Reflection and development
Certificates
Language + Volunteering
Choose your area of impact
- ◆Literacy support and classes
- ◆Conversation workshops
- ◆Digital skills
- ◆Projects with other organisations
- ◆Event organisation
- ◆Guidance and motivation
- ◆Communication and administrative support
- ◆Foundation ambassador
Practical, participatory
and experience-oriented
Language is also learned through lived experience, interaction with others and participation in the social and cultural reality of Barcelona.
Aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and the Instituto Cervantes Curriculum Plan.
The language programme follows the same itinerary as Spanish + Barcelona: in-house materials by the BCNLIP team, Barcelona as the focus of learning and personalised follow-up.
We support you every step of the way
This programme allows you to apply for a study visa at a centre accredited by the Instituto Cervantes. After payment, we issue your documentation within 48 business hours. We help you with accommodation, health insurance and other services. If needed, we can recommend educational agencies or specialised lawyers.
BCNLIP · Other programmes
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Spanish + Barcelona
Total immersion · 20h/week
A1–C2 with study visa. Learn Spanish while living Barcelona.
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