{"id":19373,"date":"2026-10-23T16:27:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T14:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/?p=19373"},"modified":"2026-10-23T16:27:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T14:27:22","slug":"how-to-learn-catalan-in-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unihabit.com\/en\/how-to-learn-catalan-in-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"How to learn Catalan when studying in Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Are you moving to Barcelona to start university and interested in learning Catalan? Moving to a new city is a great opportunity to meet people, discover a different culture and learn a language that is part of everyday life in Catalonia.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although you can study and get by in Barcelona using Spanish or English in many situations, learning Catalan will help you communicate with more people, get involved in university life and discover more about the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we’ll explain where you can learn Catalan in Barcelona, what options are available to students and how to make the language part of your everyday routine while making the most of your university experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Do you need to learn Catalan to study in Barcelona?<\/b><\/h2><\/div>

Learning Catalan is highly recommended if you’re planning to live in Barcelona, as it can be a real advantage during your university years.<\/span><\/p>\n

The language of instruction varies depending on the university and degree programme. If you’re planning to study in Barcelona, it’s worth checking which languages your classes will be taught in and reviewing your university’s information before the academic year begins.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outside the classroom, you’ll come across Catalan in shops, cultural activities, associations, events and everyday conversations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing a few expressions will help you feel more confident in everyday situations and become more familiar with your new surroundings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learning Catalan can also help you:<\/span><\/p>\n