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Study Abroad Programs in Bilbao, Spain

One of the only places in the world where you can still hear mysterious Euskara spoken, where you can lay on beaches settled at the edge of rolling green hills and majestic forests on the Iberian Peninsula, and where you can play endless games of pelote, it’s fitting that Bilbao has experienced a growth in tourism in recent years. The 10th largest city in Spain and the largest in the Pais Vasco (Basque Country), Bilbao strikes the perfect balance between international metropolis and historic charming town. Set in the region that stakes its claim as home to the greatest food in the world, the local cuisine is just one of the many bonuses of seizing the opportunity to study abroad in Bilbao.
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8 Bilbao, Spain Study Abroad Programs

University Studies Abroad Consortium

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USAC Spain: Bilbao/Getxo - International Business & Spanish

The Bilbao/Getxo program is ideal for students who wish to develop an international business career and/or a bilingual career. You may stay for one semester or a full year and focus on Spanish Language and Cultural Studies or International Business. Our intensive language approach allows you to complete one to three courses (4-11 credits) of university foreign language in only one semester, depending on your primary focus for the semester. The program also offers the opportunity to complete internships. The academic coursework is only part of the value of a semester or year abroad. Courses are complemented by the opportunity to experience the society and culture of the Basque Country through personal interaction with local students and field trips to sites of social, historic, artistic, and economic interest. A local university student is available to become your conversation partner, which is an excellent way to make friends and become integrated into the community.

WorldStrides

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Study Abroad in Bilbao, Spain

Bilbao, Spain, is located in the northern part of the country, within País Vasco. This capital of the Biscay Province provides you with an opportunity for an amazing adventure abroad. Smart, cosmopolitan, and just minutes from the coast, Bilbao is an ideal place to study. As a cultural epicenter, you will delve not only into Spanish culture, but into the Basque and French cultures as well. Bilbao is a contemporary city with access to Mother Nature in all directions. Its combination of cosmopolitan and outdoor activities is a great recipe for an exceptional experience abroad. Regardless of your interests, you will have a multitude of activities in which to partake: exploring art/history museums, hiking, sightseeing, surfing, biking, shopping, or socializing with locals. The university is conveniently located on the banks of the Nervion River, across from the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum, and just a five-minute walk from the heart of downtown. Our office is located just a few minutes from the university, with a stunning view of the Guggenheim.

Instituto Hemingway

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Study Spanish in Bilbao, Spain

Study Spanish at our fully accredited language training center, located in one of the most interesting areas of Spain. Our educational programs provide a unique combination of in-class work and outside activities. We are not only a 'School for Spanish', but we are also an 'Institute for Languages and Cross-Cultural Training'. The Institute is located in the very heart of the financial city center. Our facilities overlook the Ibaizabal river, the old part of the town, and the most traditional park in the city. We supply a broad variety of courses. This is a highly individualized program designed to meet your personal interests, level of Spanish, and academic and/or professional needs. We assist you to assimilate the language quickly and easily, no matter your grammatical knowledge. Our professionally trained teachers will patiently help you and answer any questions you might have about a topic. Each teacher is available to help any individual with issues of cultural adaption or of a personal nature, which may hinder their progress in learning Spanish.

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Academic Programs International

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API: Experience Bilbao, Spain (Scholarships Available)

Located in Northern Spain, Bilbao has been named the "City of Design" by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. Rich in culture, it has over a dozen museums and a thriving music scene, with the Euskalduna Concert Hall serving as the home for the Bilbao Symphony Orchestra. API offers 4 Study Abroad programs in Bilbao, Spain. These are provided by the Universidad de Deusto and the Universidad del País Vasco and can be completed as single semesters in either Fall or Spring or the complete Academic Year. Programs include courses covering Arts, Humanities, STEM, Spanish Language, Culture, and Business Studies. New for 2023: We are excited to offer a new Summer Global Studies and Spanish experience in Bilbao! Spend five weeks in one of Spain's most beautiful northern cities, taking courses at Universidad de Deusto. We also offer an internship experience in Bilbao, with placements in Business and Marketing, Art and Design, Hospitality and Tourism, International Relations, Health Sciences, and STEM. Over eight weeks, students will intern with a Spanish company with the mentorship of the Universidad de Deusto staff.

International TEFL and TESOL

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Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses Online & in Spain from €53

The demand for English teachers in Spain is high. Take advantage of this by becoming a certified teacher and getting the chance to work anywhere in this sophisticated country! Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from €53. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module features text, videos, quizzes, and a personal tutor to guide you through the course, providing positive feedback. Throughout the course, you will get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! Receive help with finding an English teaching job as well. You can obtain your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT at your own pace, from the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher.

A Guide to Studying Abroad in Bilbao

Study Abroad in Bilbao

Students seeking a unique Spanish experience will thrive in study abroad programs in Bilbao. Pais Vasco not only describes Bilbao’s regional location, but its historical and linguistic background in the context of Spain’s political history. Bilbao’s background provides an incredible variety of subjects worth studying.

Students interested in studying business in Bilbao will have the chance to learn from professors with real world experience in both finance and government, and be connected with their own real world experience in the city’s thriving financial center. Bilbao earned the first Nobel Prize for a city in sustainability and innovation, making it a world-class site for experiential learning and providing unique insight into the European Union’s political system.

Students of art history might already know it’s hard to think of Bilbao without imagining Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim museum, an architectural marvel filled with modern art. But that’s not its only artful gem; the city also houses the Museum of Fine Arts. Along with the architecture, art, and creative vibe, visiting Spain’s unparalleled sights while studying abroad in Bilbao will provide students with the opportunity to put the knowledge they gain in the classroom into context.

While many courses and subjects are offered in English, students who choose to study Spanish in Bilbao will have the opportunity to analyze noted writer Miguel de Unamuno’s works while literally sitting in his birthplace. Spanish conversation opportunities with local students are available regardless of your language level or course selection, so no matter if your Spanish revolves around food and drink or complex conjugations, there will be a Spanish speaking local out there that is ready to help you.

In general, Spanish professors are approachable, which students may learn quickly as the city is small enough to provide chances to run into university professors often. Study abroad programs in Bilbao vary greatly in length, from three weeks in the summer to five months in the fall, and many variations in between.

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June 26, 2025by: Julie Ibrahim - United KingdomProgram: Study Spanish in Bilbao, Spain
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Excellent course. The teacher Magdalena was incredible. She makes learning fun and is an excellent teacher. I learned a lot. Overall really great experience, thank you. I would definitely recommend instituto Hemingway.

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