Spain

Spain: Language and intakes

Language requirements and application intakes in Spain.

Language requirements and intakes

Language requirement: Spanish-taught degrees require Spanish proof (DELE/SIELE B2 typical, university-set). English-taught programmes require B2 English at the programmes read (UPC, UC3M, UAM, UPV); IE and Universidad Europea require certificates (IE threshold not extracted; UE International Business B2). UC3M accepts IELTS 5.5-6.5 and TOEFL iBT 72-94 bands.Source
Intakes and deadlines: Main intake September/October. Some masters offer February (UPM second period classes Feb 2027; UPC MAST Sept and Feb). UPV Phase 0 for non-EU opens in November. UC3M early admission 5 Oct 2026-2 Apr 2027.Source

What to watch for in Language and intakes

Verify the language tests and minimum scores your target programme accepts.
Plan the validity of the result around your application and visa dates.
A programme taught in the local language may need a separate language-proficiency timeline.

Information on this page is compiled from official sources and was verified on the date shown. Fees, dates and visa rules change often; check official sources before applying. Empty fields have not been verified yet; ask our advisor for the current information.

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