University of Girona
📋 Key Facts
| Founded | 1992 |
| Students | ~15,530 |
| Academic staff | ~1,543 |
| Non-academic staff | ~627 |
| Faculties | 9 |
| English-taught | Yes |
| Fields | Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering, Natural Sciences, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Economics, Health Sciences |
The University of Girona is a public institution devoted to excellence in teaching and research, involved in social development through the creation, transmission, dissemination and criticism of science, technology, the humanities, the social and health sciences and the arts.
It is home to around 16,000 students, 1,600 teaching and research staff and 600 administrative staff. The university has 9 main faculties and schools distributed in three main campuses, plus 6 associated schools.
🏛️ Faculties
- Faculty of Economics and Business Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Education and Psychology
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Tourism
- Polytechnic School
- Faculty of Medicine
UdG is recognized for strong research across water science and technology, tourism studies, biotechnology, computer science, and sustainable development.
🌆 About Girona
Girona is one of the four provinces of Catalonia, in the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula. The Pyrenees delimit the northern border with France, the eastern border is the Mediterranean Sea. The coast, known as the Costa Brava, is one of the favourite tourist destinations worldwide. Inland, mountains and forests (the Cerdanya) offer skiing in winter, protected natural parks, and one of the most important volcanic areas in Europe.
📍 Contact Information
| Address | International Office, Mòdul 20, Campus Montilivi, E-17003 Girona |
| Incoming students | incoming.oi@udg.edu — +34 608 89 71 73 |
| Website (EN) | udg.edu (EN) |
| Website (CA) | udg.edu (CA) |
| ACROSS page | ACROSS at UdG |
📅 Nomination, Deadlines & Academic Calendar
Nomination Deadlines
| Winter semester (Sept–Jan) | 15 May — send to incoming.oi@udg.edu |
| Full academic year (Sept–June) | 15 May — send to incoming.oi@udg.edu |
| Summer semester (Jan–June) | 15 October — send to incoming.oi@udg.edu |
Nomination must include: student name, e-mail, area code of studies, and period of stay. After nomination is received, UdG will contact students directly with registration info.
Application Deadline
- Winter/Full year: 1 June
- Summer semester: 1 November
Academic Calendar (2026/27 — Provisional)
- 1st Semester: 12 September 2026 – 6 February 2027
- 2nd Semester: 9 February 2027 – 30 June 2027
Study Load
30 ECTS per semester. Minimum: 3 modules (18 ECTS). Maximum: 5 modules (30 ECTS). Each module = 6 ECTS.
🗣️ Language Requirements
Most subjects at UdG are taught in Catalan, with some in Spanish or English. Check the specific language requirements of each Faculty.
The International Office organises a free Introductory Course to Catalan Language and Culture before each semester. All exchange students are welcome and can earn 3 ECTS.
More info: UdG language requirements
🎓 ECTS & Grading System
Courses are graded on a scale of 0–10:
| 10 | Matrícula de Honor — Outstanding (with distinction) |
| 9–10 | Sobresaliente — Excellent |
| 7–8.9 | Notable — Very Good |
| 5–6.9 | Aprobado — Pass |
| 0–4.9 | Suspenso — Fail |
A minimum grade of 5 is required to pass a module.
🏠 Accommodation
Finding accommodation in Girona can be challenging — start looking as early as possible.
Estimated Monthly Costs
- Student residence: €450–€550/month
- Room in shared flat: €300–€400/month (excl. utilities)
- Books, meals, transport: ~€300/month
- Total estimated: ~€800/month
Accommodation service: allotjament@udg.edu — udg.edu — Accommodation
Warning: If finding accommodation via social media, always verify the apartment and landlord are genuine before making any payment.
🛂 Visa & Residence
EU citizens: No visa required. European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) recommended.
Non-EU citizens: Must apply for a Student Visa at the Spanish Consulate in your home country before arrival. A tourist visa is not sufficient. Contact: incoming.oi@udg.edu for any supporting documents needed.
More info: Non-EU visa & residence card
♿ Support for Students with Disabilities
All campuses are accessible by bus, bicycle, or taxi. Each campus has its own facilities: computer labs, library, coffee area, student counsellor, and sports service.
For specific disability support needs, contact the International Office at incoming.oi@udg.edu.
🎭 Cultural & Sports Activities
- Theatre workshop
- UdG Choir
- Xoriguers Human Tower building group
- Sports Activities Service — all registered students encouraged to participate
Sports info: esports@udg.edu