First steps
Getting informed
What is the language of instruction? And for exams? These FAQs will answer all your questions.
Discovering Catalonia
Gastronomy, history, tradition, culture... Everything you need to know at a click.
Learning Catalan before arriving
The internet allows you to have a first contact with our language from anywhere in the world.
Settling in
How should I greet people? Should I kiss them? Find out what Catalans are like and how we interact.
Starting to speak
Catalan and Spanish share 80% of their lexicon. Check it out by reading this pocket guide.
Attending the Orientation Week
Students from all over the world meet up to get a sense of the UPC.
Joining Catalan for Beginners
Take a 6-week course that includes face-to-face sessions and virtual learning for only €20.
Improving my languages
Spanish, English, French, German... Learn a new language or improve the ones you already know.
Joining SALSA'M
Looking for a mentor? SALSA’M is a buddy programme that connects you with local students.
Looking words up in your phone
A free app for word definitions and pronunciation in several languages.