Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI)
معهد برشلونة للدراسات الدولية (IBEI)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) is a postgraduate teaching and research institute founded in 2004 by Barcelona's public universities, located on Pompeu Fabra University's Ciutadella Campus. It offers English-taught master's degrees in International Relations, International Development, International Security and Public Policy (as part of the Erasmus Mundus MAPP), plus a Research Master's in International Studies; degrees are awarded by the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the University of Barcelona and Pompeu Fabra University. IBEI does not award PhDs itself but supports doctoral students enrolled in those universities' political science programmes.
Information last verified: November 4, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
For 2025–26: €209 per credit with a 60 ECTS minimum (€12,540), the same for EU and non-EU students. A non-refundable €1,000 deposit is due after an offer and is deducted from tuition; payment in two instalments is possible. IBEI offers partial merit-based scholarships.
Admission for international students
Admission for international students
Apply through the online form on IBEI's website. Admission is rolling: the committee meets monthly and decides 4–6 weeks after a complete application (including two reference letters). There is a September intake only; the deadline in recent cycles was 1 July, and non-EU applicants are advised to apply by 1 June for visa reasons. 2027 dates are not published yet.
Official admission announcementLife and living
Barcelona · Spain
Life and living
Barcelona · Spain
Living in Barcelona
Catalonia’s capital on the Mediterranean, a lively student city with the University of Barcelona, Pompeu Fabra and the Autonomous University; Catalan and Spanish are spoken.
Student housing
According to IQS: a room in a shared flat EUR 400–600 a month, student residences EUR 900–1,500, total living costs about EUR 1,200 a month.
Transport for students
The T-jove ticket for under-30s costs EUR 45.50 for 90 days of unlimited travel in all zones.
Top landmarks
Sagrada Família
Canaan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Park Güell
essetefano · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
La Rambla
Gothic Quarter
Llull · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:INE – Instituto Nacional de EstadísticaIQS – Living in BarcelonaTMB – Tickets and fares
Studying and living in Spain
Costs and living
Public university tuition fees in Spain: • Calculated based on ECTS credits. Bachelor's fees for non-EU international students range from €1,200 to €4,500 per year depending on the autonomous community (Andalusia is among the most affordable, while Madrid and Catalonia are higher). • Official public Master's fees range between €1,800 and €5,500 annually. • Private institutions and business schools charge between €7,000 and €18,000 per year. Living Costs & Visa Financial Proof (2026/27): Proof of financial means is indexed to the Spanish IPREM threshold, requiring approximately €600 to €650 per month (approx. €7,200 to €7,800 annually) demonstrated via bank funds or an official scholarship guarantee.
Working while studying
Under modernized Spanish immigration regulations, international students are permitted to work up to 30 hours per week during their studies without needing a separate work permit, provided work hours do not conflict with class schedules. Upon completing a Bachelor's or Master's degree, graduates can apply for a 12-month post-study job search residence permit (Autorización de residencia para búsqueda de empleo), which transitions smoothly into a standard work visa upon securing employment.
Faculties and programmes
5 faculties · 7 programmes
Faculties and programmes
5 faculties · 7 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Master's in International Relations
MasterENEnglishESSpanish- International Relations
Master's in International Development
MasterENEnglish- International Relations
Master's in International Security
MasterENEnglish- International Relations
- Political Science
Master's in Public Policy (Mundus MAPP)
MasterENEnglish- Political Science
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Research Master's in International Studies
MasterENEnglish- International Relations
- Political Science
Government scholarships to study at this university
The university does not announce its own scholarship for international students, but you can study here funded through the following government scholarships. You usually choose the university inside the scholarship application.
Spanish Government MAEC-AECID Master and Research Scholarship
Scholarships to study at this university
Scholarships from other funders that include this university among their partner universities.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Public Policy & International Affairs (Mundus MAPP)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) is listed as: Self-Funded. The exact benefits are not verified yet, so check the official website (https://www.ibei.org/) before applying.
Eligible levels: Master.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.ibei.org/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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