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Explore Study in Spain

Start here to learn how Spanish universities work for students from India and Pakistan in 2026-27.

Universities, courses, intakes and the education system.

The Spain Advantage

Why Choose Spain for Your Studies?

Clear degree structure

Grado is a bachelor's (240 credits, called ECTS, the European credit unit). Máster is a master's (60 to 120 ECTS). Doctorado is a PhD.

Key Benefits

A full year is 60 credits.
Work and stay after study

Work up to 30 hours a week while you study. After you finish, you can stay 24 months to look for a job.

Key Benefits

You do not need a separate work permit while you study, as long as the work fits your studies.
Costs

Higher fees for students from outside the European Union (EU) at public universities, and what life costs. Money is in euros (EUR).

Key Benefits

At Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), living in Madrid costs EUR 600 to EUR 1,200 a month.

240 ECTS

Bachelor's credits

Living in Spain

Student Life

Costs and rules that shape daily life.

  • In Barcelona, a card for 10 bus or metro trips in one zone costs EUR 13.
  • At UC3M, the Madrid transport pass is EUR 20 a month for people under 26.
Popular Destinations

Student Cities

The two cities in this guide.

Madrid

Spain's capital city

Home to UC3M, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) and Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM).

Key Highlights

At UC3M, a room in a shared flat costs about EUR 400 a month in central Madrid, and about EUR 250 a month in Getafe or Leganés (towns near Madrid).

Top Universities:

UC3M
UCM
UAM

Barcelona

Big city by the sea

Home to Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Universitat de Barcelona (UB) and UPC.

Key Highlights

At Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), students need at least EUR 1,300 to EUR 1,500 a month for housing and living costs.

Top Universities:

UPF
UB
UPC
Quick Reference

Quick Facts

Key facts for 2026-27.

Country Overview
Currency
Euros (EUR)
Money to show for your visa (2026)
At least EUR 600 a month
Academic & Student Info
Bachelor's
240 credits (ECTS)
Master's
60, 90 or 120 credits (ECTS)
Grades
0 to 10, pass at 5
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