CAPITAL
DESTINATIONS · SPAIN
Study in Spain
Explore universities, programmes, admission requirements and study options in Spain.
Start Your Initial AssessmentESSENTIALS · SPAIN
Spain at a Glance
LANGUAGE
Spanish
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
MAIN INTAKE
September · October
STUDENT VISA
Required for Moroccan students
FROM MOROCCO
Approx. 1,000 km
BACHELOR'S (GRADO)
Typically 4 years
MASTER'S (MÁSTER)
Typically 1–2 years
PhD (DOCTORADO)
Typically 3–4 years
SPAIN AS A STUDY DESTINATION
International
Student Community
Foreign students enrolled · 2024/25
Growth in foreign students over the last decade
Foreign Master’s students
Foreign PhD students
WHY STUDY IN SPAIN
Why Study in Spain?
ESTABLISHED UNIVERSITY DESTINATION
Spain has a large and diverse higher-education system with universities across the country.
WIDE CHOICE OF STUDY DESTINATIONS
Study options are available across major university cities including Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia.
BROAD RANGE OF FIELDS
Universities offer programmes across business, engineering, sciences, healthcare, humanities and creative fields.
DIFFERENT UNIVERSITY OPTIONS
Students can explore both public and private institutions depending on their programme and admission route.
ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
How Does Higher
Education Work in
Spain?
GRADO
Bachelor’s
240 ECTS
Usually4 academic years
MÁSTER
Master’s
60 · 90 · 120 ECTS
Usually1–2 academic years
DOCTORADO
Doctorate
Research-based study
Typically3–4 years
Public or Private University?
PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
Admission may involve homologation, UNEDasiss and PCE examinations, depending on the applicant and programme.
PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES
Universities generally set their own admission procedures, which may include academic assessment, entrance examinations or interviews.
UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY
Can You Apply With a Moroccan Baccalaureate?
Yes. Moroccan students can apply for undergraduate study in Spain with a Moroccan Baccalaureate, subject to the applicable admission requirements.
01
Moroccan Baccalaureate
Complete your secondary-school qualification.
02
Homologation
Homologate your Baccalaureate to the Spanish Bachiller qualification.
03
UNEDasiss
Obtain the applicable UNEDasiss accreditation.
04
PCE
Take PCE examinations where required.
05
University Admission
Apply according to your target university's requirements.
!IMPORTANT
Exact requirements depend on the university, programme and admission route.
WHAT CAN YOU STUDY IN SPAIN?
Explore Study Fields in Spain
WHAT LANGUAGE WILL YOU STUDY IN?
Study in the Language That Suits You
SPANISH-TAUGHT
Spanish is the main language of instruction. Proof of proficiency may be required.
ENGLISH-TAUGHT
English-taught programmes are available, particularly at postgraduate level.
REGIONAL LANGUAGES
Some programmes or subjects may be taught in a co-official regional language.
BEFORE APPLYING,Check
✓Programme language
✓Required language level
✓Accepted certificate
CAN YOU USE A SPANISH DEGREE IN MOROCCO?
Can You Use a Spanish Degree
in Morocco?
Since 2025, Morocco has established general equivalency for eligible Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees from Spanish public universities, as well as qualifying public engineering degrees.
PUBLIC UNIVERSITY DEGREE
Eligible qualifications may fall under Morocco’s general equivalency framework.
PRIVATE UNIVERSITY DEGREE
Qualifications may require a separate equivalency procedure.
UNIVERSITIES
Universities to Explore in Spain
| University | Location | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| University of Barcelona (UB) | Barcelona | Broad academic and research strengths |
| Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) | Barcelona | Sciences, humanities and multidisciplinary research |
| Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) | Barcelona | Economics, business, social sciences and communication |
| University of Navarra | Pamplona | Business, medicine, communication and humanities |
| Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) | Madrid | Sciences, medicine, economics and humanities |
| Complutense University of Madrid (UCM) | Madrid | Broad multidisciplinary education |
| University of Valencia (UV) | Valencia | Sciences, health, humanities and social sciences |
| Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) | Valencia | Engineering, technology, architecture and applied sciences |
Selected institutions rather than a ranking.
WHAT SHOULD YOU COMPARE?
What Should You Compare?
For Spain, don't compare universities on name alone. Check:
Public or
private?
Which
programme?
Spanish, English or
regional teaching language?
What admission
route applies?
What are
the tuition fees?
What city is it in?
How will the degree
be recognised
in Morocco?
i
For Moroccan undergraduate students, the admission route should be one of the first comparison points.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
Requirements depend on your degree level · university · programme · previous education.
A Moroccan Baccalaureate or equivalent secondary qualification is generally required.
A recognised Bachelor's degree is generally required. Additional requirements depend on the programme.
Appropriate Bachelor's and Master's-level qualifications are generally required. Research requirements vary by programme.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
Requirements vary, but commonly include:
Academic qualifications · Transcripts · Passport · Language proof · Admission-specific documents
Your requirements depend on your university, programme and degree level, so have your profile checked by an advisor.
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Scholarships & Financial Support
01
SPANISH UNIVERSITIES
University-specific scholarships and grants.
02
GOVERNMENT / PUBLIC PROGRAMMES
Funding may be available through public and cooperation programmes.
03
EXTERNAL ORGANISATIONS
Foundations and other organisations may offer programme-specific funding.
CAN MOROCCAN STUDENTS APPLY?
Potentially. Eligibility and application requirements depend on the individual scholarship.
IMPORTANT
Scholarships and deadlines can change between academic years.
WHEN CAN YOU START UNIVERSITY?
When Can You Apply to Universities in Spain?
MAIN INTAKE
September /
October
October
MAIN INTAKE
PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
Application deadlines vary by university, programme and region.
PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES
Universities set their own deadlines, and some may accept applications while places remain available.
NO SINGLE NATIONAL DEADLINE
Always check the application dates for your specific university and programme.
WHEN SHOULD MOROCCAN STUDENTS START PREPARING?
01
PROGRAMME
RESEARCH
02
BACCALAUREATE
HOMOLOGATION
03
UNEDASISS
ACCREDITATION
04
PCE PREPARATION /
EXAMINATIONS
WHERE APPLICABLE
05
UNIVERSITY
APPLICATIONS
06
STUDENT VISA
PREPARATION
Looking for more student guidance? Explore more resources on our Blog.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Life in Spain
ACCOMMODATION
University residence·Shared apartment·Private accommodation
Availability varies by city.
YOUR CITY MATTERS
Salamanca
Historic university city with a strong student presence.
Barcelona
Major student city with several universities.
Valencia
University city with both public and private institutions.
Madrid
Major university hub with extensive public transport.
STUDYING AND WORKING
Can International Students Work While Studying?
Yes. Eligible students can work while studying, subject to their study authorisation.
WORKING HOURS
Up to30 hours
PER WEEK
Work must remain compatible with your studies.
DO MOROCCAN STUDENTS NEED
SEPARATE WORK AUTHORISATION?
SEPARATE WORK AUTHORISATION?
Eligible higher-education students may work without separate work authorisation, subject to the applicable conditions.
AFTER GRADUATION
Can You Stay in Spain
After Graduation?
Potentially. Eligible graduates may have residence options for seeking employment or starting a business after completing their studies.
IMPORTANT
Requirements depend on the immigration rules applicable at the time.
STUDENT VISA
Do Moroccan Students
Need a Student Visa?
Yes.
Moroccan students generally need the appropriate Spanish study visa or authorisation for long-term university study.
NEXT STEPS
Your Route to Studying in Spain
PROFILE
Academic background ·
Language · Study goals
CHOOSE
Compare universities
and programmes.
IDENTIFY YOUR ROUTE
Confirm the admission
process that applies to you.
PREPARE
Prepare your
required documents.
APPLY
Submit your
university applications.
PREPARE FOR SPAIN
Complete your visa and
pre-departure requirements.
See how we guide applications on our Services page.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked
Questions About
Studying in Spain
Yes. A Moroccan Baccalaureate can be used to apply, subject to the applicable admission requirements.
Not necessarily. Requirements depend on the university and admission route; PCE examinations may be required for some public-university applications.
Yes. English-taught options are available, particularly at Master's level.
Eligible degrees from Spanish public universities may fall under Morocco's general equivalency framework, subject to the applicable conditions.
Yes. Moroccan students generally need the appropriate study visa or authorisation for long-term study.
Yes. Eligible students can generally work up to 30 hours per week, subject to the conditions of their study authorisation.
EXPLORE MORE DESTINATIONS
Where Else Can You Study?
Ready to Explore Spain?
Find the universities and programmes that fit your academic profile with Atlas Scholars.
Start Your Initial Assessment