Make the most of summer with EU Barcelona’s International Summer School
The summer holidays are an exciting time; exams are over, coursework is handed in and the warmer weather has arrived.
For many, the summer holidays are a chance to relax, enjoy long days in the sun with friends and even make some new ones.
For others, it’s a time to reflect on the future and think about the next steps in their educational journey.
The International Summer School at EU Business School Barcelona allows you to do both, providing ambitious students with plenty of summer fun alongside a valuable head start in their business studies.
What is the International Summer School at EU Barcelona?
The International Summer School at EU Business School in Barcelona is a two-week course aimed at students who want to learn the fundamentals of business while making new friends and lifelong connections around the world.
It allows ambitious young students to get a taste of our innovative, hands-on approach to education while exploring everything that Barcelona has to offer.
Who is the International Summer School for?
The International Summer School is aimed at current high school students hoping to pursue higher education in business and related fields.
It is open to students aged 15-18 with a minimum English level of B2 (certified by a minimum TOEFL score of 79; IELTS of 6.0; CAE of 169 or equivalent).
Why study business in Barcelona?
There could hardly be a better city for a business summer school than dynamic and cosmopolitan Barcelona.
Host to top conferences like MWC (Mobile World Congress) and the Smart City Expo, Barcelona hums with tech talent and innovators and is alive with entrepreneurial spirit, with over 2,100 startups.
It’s also home to large international companies like Mango, Seat, Google, HP & SAP. This offers our students the chance to immerse themselves in the world of business big and small, with company visits, guest speaker sessions and networking events.
But Barcelona isn’t only about business. This sun kissed city is just as famous for its beautiful architecture, its five kilometers of golden beaches and its packed calendar of cultural events.
Throw in its year-round line-up of festivals and its endless choice of cafes, shops, restaurants and bars, and it’s easy to see why Barcelona is so often voted the best student city in Spain.
When is the International Summer School?
The International Summer School is available in July and August. The program runs for two weeks, with start dates on 5 July, 19 July and 2 August in 2026.
What comes after the International Summer School?
The Summer School gives you a taste of what it’s like to study EU innovative bachelor’s programs.
We offer a variety of future-forward bachelor’s programs designed to equip you with in-demand skills and prepare you to succeed in the fast-evolving business world. Here is a small selection of the bachelor’s programs on offer:
You’ll harness AI’s power for business, mastering cutting-edge tools to innovate across industries and drive tomorrow’s data-smart enterprises.
Become a digital trailblazer, developing your creative problem-solving skills and entrepreneurial mindset to drive change in our rapidly evolving digital landscape.
You’ll master entrepreneurial thinking, PR campaigns, media strategy, organizational communication – essential for thriving in today’s digital, social media-driven marketing landscape.
Master international business fundamentals and gain the global perspective, skills and entrepreneurial mindset needed to thrive in dynamic business environments.
What is a typical day like at the International Summer School?
The mornings are all about business. You’ll be in the classroom, learning from our top faculty, many of whom have real industry experience that they will pass on to you in dynamic, interactive classes.
The Summer School will take you out of the classroom and into the real world of business to build on what you’ve learned in the classroom.
You can look forward to company visits to many of the top global businesses that call Barcelona home. This gives you a chance to learn directly from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders, gaining insights that you won’t get from a textbook.
The afternoons are for exploring the city, with all kinds of activities lined up to help you make the most of summer in Barcelona.
What are the top benefits of the Summer School?
- Gain knowledge of business fundamentals
- Develop business and entrepreneurial skills
- Improve cross-cultural communication skills
- Network with industry professionals
- Expand your teamwork and project skills
- Grow your self-confidence
- Make lifelong friends and connections that last
- Explore Barcelona, the most exciting city on the Mediterranean
- Get a taste of what it’s like to study at EU Barcelona
- Get an EU Business School certificate and scholarship opportunity*
What is included in the International Summer School?
The program fee includes welcome pack, tuition and study materials, welcome and farewell parties, full-board accommodation in twin rooms, medical insurance, social and sport activities in the afternoon, one company visit or masterclass per week, weekend activities, an end-of-course EU Business School certificate of course completion and 24-hour support from the program coordinator.
Overall, it’s the perfect balance of fun and education and a fantastic way to get the most out of your summer!
*Students who subsequently apply to a degree program at EU Business School will be eligible for a scholarship (conditions apply).
For students under 18, a guardianship is obligatory. EU can assist in arranging a guardianship for the duration of the program.
