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How to apply to Summer School

Entry Requirements and FAQ

Thinking of applying to BSE Summer School? Read more information about the application process and other common questions below.

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Entry Requirements

Previous knowledge

The BSE Summer Schools are taught at a high academic standard. The level of the material is equivalent to what is presented in our Master’s programs. Successful candidates will usually demonstrate one or more of the following in an application to our Summer School programs:

A strong background in Economics or a field closely related to the course topic (Statistics, Law, etc.)
Postgraduate degree or current Master’s/PhD studies related to the course topic
Relevant professional experience

Particular courses may require specific background knowledge or experience and applicants are responsible for establishing the relevance and suitability of the courses for their individual requirements, asking questions to the Admissions Counselors to verify their eligibility, if necessary.

English language proficiency

All courses are taught in English.

While no language certificate is required at the moment of application, participants are expected to have enough command of the language to follow and benefit from the course without causing disruption to the development of the class.

How to apply

Admissions Process for Individuals

Start Your Application: Access the application system and create a new Summer School application.
Complete the Form: Fill out all sections of the application form and submit it on the final screen.
Required Documents: Upload an up-to-date CV, or provide your personal webpage or LinkedIn profile if they adequately demonstrate your eligibility. If applying for reduced fees, include the necessary proof or reference.
Acceptance Notification: If accepted, you will receive an email with your letter of acceptance/invitation and the total course fees.
Need Help?: Contact the Summer School Admissions team for assistance at any stage of the application process.

For more detailed information, please download our BSE course policies.

Registration Process for Companies and Institutions

Contact Us: The company representative should contact the Institutional Relations team, who will guide them through the Corporate Registration process.
Receive a Quotation: BSE will apply any agreed discounts, and the company representative will receive an email with the final fee quotation.
Finalize Registration: BSE will issue an invoice for payment after approving the registration and quotation.
Secure Your Place: A course spot is guaranteed only after full payment is received. Please note that course seats are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to maintain quality interactions in both face-to-face and online settings.

For more detailed information, please download our BSE course policies.

Fees, Discounts and Payments

Fees vary by program. Please refer to the summer school program pages for specific course fees. Reduced rates are available for PhD or Master’s students, BSE Alumni, and those who are unemployed.

We also offer discounts for individuals (Early Bird, Current Students, Recommenders, Multiple Course Selection) and for companies and institutions (Early Bird, Partners, Personalized Discounts).

For detailed information, please download our BSE Courses Fees & Discounts document.

To receive a personalized quote, contact the Admissions Department for individual applications

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The Institutional Relations Department for company registrations.

FAQ

Credit transfers (ECTS)

The BSE Summer School programs offer participants the possibility of being assessed to request official credit transfers (ECTS).

General conditions for course assessment and credits in all Summer School programs

Each participant’s home institution will determine credit recognition for the BSE Summer School.

To support the process, BSE Summer School office will:

Provide course information and recommend credit equivalency
Issue a transcript with completed courses, hours, and grades

Participants seeking credits should request ECTS during the application process. The deadline to confirm your seat and apply for credit recognition is June 1, 2025.

After the program, graded transcripts will be sent, and it will be the participant’s responsibility to coordinate credit transfer with their home institution.

General Conditions for course assessment and credits

To be eligible for credit, participants must:

Attend at least 80% of the course
Pass the assessment with a grade of C or above

The assessments will be graded on an A – F scale:

9.5 – 10 = A+ (Extraordinary Achievement)
9.0 – 9.4 = A (Outstanding)
8.0 – 8.9 = A- (Excellent)
7.5 – 7.9 = B+ (Very Good)
7.0 – 7.4 = B (Good)
6.0 – 6.9 = B- (Good)
5.0 – 5.9 = C (Pass)
4.0 – 4.9 = D (Fail)
0 – 3.9 = F (Fail)

Please see individual course pages for assessment type and credit equivalents.

Summer School Calendar

If you want to take a look at the full Summer School calendar, please click here.

Venue

All of BSE Summer School’s in-person courses take place at UPF Ciutadella campus in the center of Barcelona and is accessible via public transport.

Certificate of attendance

Participants who attend more than 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance, free of charge.

Can I take more than one course?

Yes, you can take more than one course, (schedule permitting). Click here to see the full calendar.

Accommodation

Participants of face-to-face Summer School courses are responsible for arranging their own accommodations.

A variety of discounted options near the BSE Ciutadella campus is available through our housing partners, including apartments, hostels, hotels, shared apartments, and student halls.

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