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        International admissions process

        Abat Oliba CEU University carries out its own admissions process 100% online, in addition to the PAU or any other official university entrance exams. This process will assess candidates’ skills and aptitudes in relation to their chosen degree programme. It is based on an online admissions test* which must be taken in parallel to the selectivitat exam and which can be taken before the PAU exams.

        *Students who have obtained a mark equal to or higher than 8 in the first year of the baccalaureate will be exempt from the admissions tests.

        1. APPLYING

        You can apply for a place using the Prospective Student Portal. The portal will ask you for your personal and academic details and will ask you to take the online entrance test. 

         

        2. ADMISSIONS TESTS

        You will have to take an admissions test that is 100% online and free of charge, which includes a general culture questionnaire and a test of your knowledge related to the degree programme you are applying for.

        If you opt for a bilingual degree, you will additionally be asked to take an online English language test.

        3. DOCUMENTATION TO BE SUBMITTED

        In order to be pre-admitted to UAO CEU, you must have uploaded the following supporting documentation to the portal:

        • photocopy of ID card/NIE or passport
        • school certificate of baccalaureate grades (those of the 1st year and the partial marks of the 2nd year up to the moment of making your application) or of the CFGS

        In case of applying for access from another university degree, you will need to send an official copy of your academic transcript (CAP). The copy must be duly stamped by the university of origin and all the syllabuses corresponding to the subjects taken must be attached.

        4. NOTIFICATION OF PRE-ADMISSION

        The University will inform you of the result of the admissions test within a maximum period of one week by email, SMS and also by letter.

        To find out the status of your application at any time, you can enter the Prospective Student Portal and go to the option consult your admissions process.

         

        5. RESERVE YOUR PLACE

        If your application has been accepted, you will be able to reserve your place at Abat Oliba CEU University. This reservation guarantees a place at the UAO CEU while waiting to pass the EVAU or other entrance requirements*, whether it be passing the PAU, obtaining the CFGS certificate or any other established requirement.

        The reservation fee is €1,500, which is deducted from the total amount of the tuition fee for the first year. You will be able to pay to reserve your place online, on the Prospective Student Portal. You can also pay by credit card, or by bank deposit, using a self-settlement form that can be presented at any CaixaBank or Banco Santander branch.

        *The reservation fee may be refunded if the student does not meet all the requirements established by current legislation for entry into the Spanish university system.

        CANCELLING YOUR PLACE AFTER RESERVATION

        Students have until 30 June to cancel their reserved place. This means you can book now and cancel if your circumstances change later on.**


        **Deadline subject to changes in the official registration calendar

        6. APPLYING FOR STUDY GRANTS

        If you wish to apply for a study grant, you must do so within the period indicated in the pre-admission letter. It is very important you do not miss this deadline in order to be able to apply for your scholarship or study grant.

        7. ADMISSIONS AND ENROLMENT

        Once you have completed the studies that give you access to university, you will have to provide proof of completion by uploading the following documentation (through the Prospective Student Portal):

        • Photocopy of the baccalaureate or equivalent.
        • Certificate of “homologated” studies or provisional homologation, UNED credential, CFGS certificate or equivalent. Homologation refers to the process of having your studies carried out in another country officially recognised in Spain.

        Once you have completed all the above procedures, you will receive your admission credential by email, SMS and a letter to your home address. This admission credential will inform you of the procedure for formalising your enrolment at Abat Oliba CEU University online.

         

        HOSPITALITY UAO CEU

        Abat Oliba CEU University offers its international students an exclusive package of services to make their arrival in Barcelona and incorporation into the University as comfortable and easy as possible.

        Hospitality services for undergraduate students:

         

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        DOCUMENT ACCREDITATION

        You will receive assistance and support throughout the process of accreditation of your pre-university studies in the Spanish system.

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        IDENTITY DOCUMENTS FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS

        We manage and support you throughout the process until you obtain your Foreign National Identity Number (NIE) necessary to live in Spain.

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        VISA DOCUMENTATION

        If you need to apply for a student visa to study in Barcelona, we will send you your Letter of Admission by courier.

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        BANK ACCOUNT

        We will arrange an appointment for you at the bank to open a bank account in your name.

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        ACCOMMODATION

        We help you find your accommodation by contacting our providers: rooms in university residences, residence halls or flat shares.

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        PUBLIC TRANSPORT CARD

        So that when you arrive you can start to get to know every corner of Barcelona using Barcelona's extensive public transport network.

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        MOBILE PHONE SIM CARD

        You will receive a SIM card with a Spanish number.

         

        Fee

        This service is not optional and is paid together with the reservation of your place. The package costs 500 euros and includes all the services mentioned above. Once the service has been paid for, the fee can no longer be refunded*.

        *If you cancel the service before June 30 you will receive a 30% refund..

        **If your visa application is rejected, you will receive a 50% refund. You must present a certified document showing that your visa application was rejected.

         

        How can I sign up to this service?

        If you are interested in accessing the Hospitality package, you must first start the admission process in your degree of interest and successfully complete it. Once you have been pre-admitted, you can pay for it together with your reserved place in a single payment. Our Academic Information and Guidance service will then contact you.

         

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        MÁS INFORMACIÓN:

        Information and academic guidance

        Universitat Abat Oliba CEU

        Teléfono: +34 93 253 72 00

        WhatsApp: +34 91 106 24 73

        E-mail: futurosalumnos@uao.es


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        LIVING IN BARCELONA

        Located in the north-east of Spain, Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and Spain’s leading economic area. The city’s population is more than 1.5 million inhabitants, while the number of inhabitants in Catalonia as a whole is more than 7 million.

        Thanks to its location on the shores of the Mediterranean, it enjoys a gentle climate , with pleasant temperatures all year round.

        Barcelona is a modern, cosmopolitan city with lots to do. The city is just the right size, and is very people-friendly.

        Abat Oliba CEU University is located in the upper part of Barcelona, in a district that offers plenty of quiet spaces, perfect for learning and studying. The city is home to other universities, as well as plenty of other facilities and green areas close to the Collserola mountain range.

        Practical information about Barcelona:

        In addition, here are some suggestions for you to enjoy all the leisure and culture on offer in Barcelona:

        How to get to the University?

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        Buses 60, 196 and 123 (Bus del Barri) stop at the gates of our university. There are also other lines with stops nearby: 22, 30, 58, 64, 66, 17, 73 and 75.

        Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya

        The nearest Ferrocarrils Catalans station is L7 Avinguda Tibidabo (from here you can walk to the university in 10 minutes).

        Health insurance

        If you are a student from a European Economic Area country (EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) and you are entitled to social security in your home country, you must apply for a European Health Insurance Card (which replaces the E-111 or E-128 form). This form is issued by the public health authorities in your country and entitles you to healthcare benefits in Spain.

        If you are a student from a country that does not belong to the European Economic Area, you will need to find out if there is a medical agreement between the social security system of your country and the Spanish one (this is the case of some Latin American countries). If such an agreement exists, you will have to contact the public health authorities in your country to apply for the corresponding document and thus be entitled to healthcare benefits in Spain.

        If you are a student who does not fall into any of the above categories, you will need to take out private health insurance to cover you during your stay in Catalonia. We recommend that you ask your insurance company for a document (if possible in Spanish, Catalan, English or French), stating this policy coverage.

        Healthcare system

        Barcelona has one of the best healthcare systems in Europe and the world. The public healthcare system is universally accessible and free of charge, and has two main channels:

        • The primary care centres (CAP). They offer free healthcare for any illness or vaccination. You are assigned to a specific CAP based on your address. You will also have access to pharmacies. You should know that there are several pharmacies in Barcelona open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and most of them are open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
        • Public hospitals. As a foreign student, you should only go to a hospital in case of a real emergency. For common illnesses you should go to the CAP.
        Cost of living

        In order to help you budget your stay, we provide you with an estimate of monthly costs. Accommodation: €300 – €500 in a shared flat, or from €700 to €1,400 in a student residence. Meals: € 200. Transport: € 50. Other expenses: € 200

        Banks and credit cards

        Barcelona has an extensive network of bank branches (usually open mornings and Thursday afternoons) and cash machines available 24 hours a day. Please note that in order to open a bank account you must first obtain your NIE identity card.

        Wi-Fi

        UAO CEU provides free Wi-Fi access to all its international students. You can obtain your username and password from Academic Management.

        In addition, the city of Barcelona has an open Wi-Fi network, with more than 700 connection points throughout the city. No prior registration is required to access Barcelona WiFi. By connecting through these points you have direct access to city maps, transport guides and useful information from Barcelona City Council.

        Calendar and holidays

        Various festivities are celebrated throughout the year. Some are held all throughout Spain, others only in Catalonia, and still others at the municipal level. All international students receive the academic calendar, which specifies these holidays, prior to their arrival in the city.

        Schedules and habits will often differ from those of other cultures. For example:

        • Shops and businesses are open Monday to Saturday afternoons, although there are plenty of bakeries and grocery stores open on Sundays throughout the city.
        • Shops are normally open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Department stores or shops in the centre of Barcelona stay open at midday and usually close some time between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
        • The following meal times are customary:
          - Breakfast: between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
          - Lunch: from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (main meal of the day)
          - Dinner: from 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
        • Restaurants and hotels offer longer opening hours. Moreover, in any bar in the city you can enjoy the typical tapas at any time of day or night.
        • Working hours: as a general rule, a standard working day starts around 8 or 9 a.m., with a lunch break between 2 and 4 p.m., and ends between 6 and 7:30 p.m., depending on the time spent at lunch.
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