Universitat de Vic

Summer 2 weeks I 2027

3 credits

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Summer 2 weeks I 2027

Barcelona, Spain

Program Overview

SAI students in UVic’s summer program complete a unique Marketing and Business 4.0 course over 2 weeks. The course is geared toward Business, Management, Marketing and Advertising majors, and awards 3 US credits. Students enrolled in the course learn through company visits, small group work and real case studies, for a hands-on approach to the subject.

Highlights

Courses taught in English, and include an array of site visits
Enjoy Barcelona during the bustling summer season
Faculty comprised of industry professionals
Unique campus easily accessible to the beaches

Key Details

Application Deadline

March 1, 2027

Program Fee

Coming soon

Program Dates

Early July – Mid July 2027

Enrollment Deadline

March 15, 2027

Requirements

Age

18+

Academic Year

Sophomore or above (at least 2 completed semesters)

Cumulative GPA

2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)

Application Material

SAI application
Personal statement
Transcript
Digital photo
Passport copy

Visa Required?

Academics

SAI students at Uvic are automatically enrolled in the Marketing and Business 4.0 course. Taught by faculty with industry experience, the course includes company visits paired with core sessions and coached case studies. Course meeting times are scheduled Monday through Friday with a lunch break in between morning and afternoon sessions. Students can expect to receive a detailed schedule approximately 4 weeks prior to arrival.

Want to get a sense of what the UVic program is like? Watch Madelyn’s video about her experience.

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What’s Included

This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!

Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
Comfortable and safe student housing
Airport pickup on arrival day
Orientation and welcome reception
Welcoming on-site staff
Student health insurance
SAI Viva Experience: cultural engagement, excursions & wellness activities
24-hour on-site emergency support
Farewell event

Pre-departure and Re-entry services

Knowledgeable Admissions Counselors
Helpful pre-departure resources & groups
Student visa advising
Assistance with financial aid processing
Need-based SAI scholarships
Alumni Network & Ambassador Program

Financial Details

Program Fees


Application Fee	$120
Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term.	$300
Program Fee Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included).	coming soon
Optional / Additional Fees:
Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private room in a shared apartment, with a shared bathroom.	coming soon

*prices are subject to change

Please see SAI Policies for SAI cancellation & withdrawal deadlines.

Note: Some US universities have a special payment arrangement with SAI, where your university covers part of your fees on your behalf, and you pay the remaining fees directly to SAI. Not sure if this applies to you? Check with your study abroad office or your SAI Admissions Counselor.

Financial Deadlines


Within 1 week of acceptance	SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable)
Coming soon	50% of Total Program Fee Due (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after submitting the deposit.)
Coming soon	Financial Aid Agreement & Financial Aid Program Deposit Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process. (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after the deposit.)
March 15 2027	SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Complete application due by 11:59pm Pacific Time.
Coming soon	SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process.
Coming soon	Balance of Total Program Fee Due

Budgeting


Airfare to/from Barcelona	$950 – $1,800
Books, Supplies & Course Fees	$200 – $1,000 / course
Meals Includes groceries and eating out.	$700 – $1,000 / month
Personal Expenses	$300 – $350 / month
Transportation within Barcelona Public transportation with some taxi rides.	$100 – $150 / month
Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student.	$300 – $1,000 / month

Standard Housing:
Student Apartment | shared bedroom

(included in program fee)

SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 8 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.

Optional Housing:
Student Apartment | private bedroom

*additional fee applies

Private bedrooms in student apartments offer a private bedroom with a shared bathroom. SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 8 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.

SAI Viva Experience

SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.

Walking Tours & City Exploration

Student poses at Carmel Bunkers during study abroad activity in Barcelona, Spain

Wellness & Outdoor

A student eats ice cream by the beach in Sitges, Spain.

Wellness & Outdoor

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Day Trips

Seven students pose in front of Montserrat, Spain.

Walking Tours & City Exploration

Young adult students pose in front of Spanish architecture.

Passport & Visa

Passports
Passports should be valid for at least 1 year after planned departure from Europe.

Student Visas
In accordance with Spanish law, U.S. students studying in Spain for 90 days or less are not required to obtain a student visa. Therefore all U.S. students do not require a student visa for this program (nor can they apply for one). Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.

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