Studying in Barcelona: 5 tips for enjoying the city

Studying a university degree, many of us have dreamed of living this stage of our lives, and what better way to do it than in one of the most impressive and renowned cities in Spain, the city of Barcelona. Undoubtedly, it is an idea that has been on many people’s minds. What will it be like to study in Barcelona? Should I go to a residence hall? Rent a flat? How can I enjoy this great city during my student stay?

To answer these questions, here are 5 tips for enjoying the city of Barcelona while you are studying.

Coming from another country? Take into account the documentation you need

First things first, are you an exchange student or do you have a higher education permit? Are you coming from another part of the world? Well, we advise you to have your documents in order.

From the temporary residence permit, the NIE, the economic solvency papers and even the university registration, everything should always be at hand, or at least within reach of anyone you know, so that, in any adverse situation, they can present it to the competent authority and not end all this idyllic dream with a return agreement.

So now you know, take the necessary precautions, get everything in order before you set off on your trip to this city and study the career you want so much.

Inform yourself and choose the area where you will live well

Another very important aspect of studying in Barcelona is to be informed about how, where and why you will live in the area. Is it close to the university? Do you have easy access to transport?

You need to answer these questions for yourself before you choose where you will live during your time at university. All of this so that you know very well why you have chosen that residence, what are your reasons for thinking that it is the best one and what you are going to have in that area of the city.

It is always advisable to thoroughly investigate every decision you are going to make. This is the only way to make sure that you have thought things through before you start your course in an unfamiliar place.

In addition, this information will be very useful when you want to start considering a tourist visit or urban exploration more for recreation and entertainment than anything else.

It is undoubtedly important that you inform yourself and choose the right place to study in Barcelona before spending any money.

Consult the opinions of the study centres you are most interested in

If you have not yet chosen a university to start studying in Barcelona, you should be sure to take a good look at the reviews of all the available universities on the web. Although this will not be what finally determines which one to choose, as this decision is entirely personal. It will allow you to establish a correlation between what you want and how much you want to take that path.

So don’t despair, neither with the address, nor with the university where you are going to enrol. Always put data before tastes and think very carefully about what you will do before moving to a new city.

This point applies not only to Barcelona, but also to Madrid, Las Palmas de G.C., or any other city where you have no experience, you should inform yourself before contracting or acquiring any obligation there.

Make sure you have your public transport pass

Transport costs money, especially public transport. So make sure as far as possible that you have your season ticket, so you can be sure of a free pass to travel around the city as long as it is valid.

Be careful, you may have to renew it sometime during your university career, so it is quite convenient that you ask for information about the period of validity of this commonly used document.

Stay in a residence hall and sign up for all its activities

Finally, we have this recommendation: staying in a residence hall is the easiest way to meet people who are natives of that city. And this way you will also have fewer expenses regarding your address and you will be able to sign up for all the activities promoted there.

All this will allow you to become more enlightened and learn about other cultures. Believe us, many exchange students are in the same situation as you, and would love to share experiences and make new friends. So now you know, take the time and participate in every activity, so you can fully enjoy the city.