Fees

The coverage of fees varies based on the specific program you're enrolled in:

  • Exchange Programs: If you're participating in an exchange program where your home university nominates you, your home university usually covers your tuition fees as part of the exchange agreement.
  • Direct Enrollment in International Programs: If you're directly enrolling in our International Programs at UPF, you'll be responsible for paying tuition fees directly to UPF or through the third-party organization you apply through. In some cases, your home university may not cover the fees, and you'll need to manage the financial aspects independently.

It's essential to check the specific arrangements and agreements between your home university, UPF, and any third-party organizations to understand your financial obligations accurately.

Reduced fees may be available for students in one of our partner universities of the EUTOPIA Alliance. Please contact us for further details.

Program Fees

Full-Length Terms

All students are required to pay a €169.80 registration fee when enrolling in any modules or packages. 

Here's a breakdown of the costs for taking individual modules:

Number of Modules Total Cost
Two Modules €1,854
Three Modules €2,595.60
Four Modules €3,411.36

Opt for a full-length term package if you're planning to take five or more modules per term.

Package Option Total Cost
Full Term €4,017

This fee is applicable for one of the following options:

  • Fall Term
  • Winter Term
  • Winter and Spring Term Combined

 

For those interested in a comprehensive academic experience throughout the year, we offer an academic year package:

Package Option Total Cost
Full Academic Year   €7,107

Choose from:

  • Fall and Winter Term
  • Fall, Winter, and Spring Terms Combined

Short-term Programs

Barcelona International Summer School

In order to register for any course at the BISS, you will need to pay a one-off registration fee of €150.

Tuition Fees

The total cost of your international tuition fee depends on your chosen courses:

Modules

Credits

Tuition fee

1-week course (15 hours of contact time)

2 or 3 ECTS

€566.50

2-week course (30 hours of contact time)

4 ECTS

€772.50

4-week course (45 hours of contact time)

6 ECTS

€927

Discounts

Students attending more than one course within our Summer School will receive a discounted rate:

Bundles

  

Total tuition fee

Any two courses (adding up a total of 8 ECTS or more)

€1.493,50

Any three courses (adding up a total of 8 ECTS or more)

€1.802,50

More details on the BISS website

Special Offer for Students from Partner Universities

Registration Fee Exemption: If you are a student from a partner university you will not be required to pay the registration fee for any of our programs.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation Policy

  1. Notification: Students who wish to cancel their enrollment must notify the UPF International Office in writing.
  2. Cancellation Fee: A €150 cancellation fee applies to students who cancel their participation after being admitted to the program.
  3. Cancellation After the Program Starts: Students who cancel after the program has started will be charged the full tuition fee, which is non-refundable.
  4. Force Majeure: The cancellation fee and tuition provision may be waived in cases of force majeure, such as severe illness or an urgent need to return to the student’s home country. Each case will be assessed individually and must be supported by appropriate written documentation.