Madrid
Spain
ProposalDiscover Spain | Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi | February 7 to 13, 2027
Discover Spain's universities
A seven-day university exploration programme for Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi students. Campus visits, subject workshops and admissions sessions across Madrid and Barcelona, built around each student's academic interests.
7 days / 6 nights
February 7 to 13, 2027
AED 11,000
Per student, all-inclusive
Barcelona
Spain
7
Days
2
Cities
7
Universities
Programme Highlights
Matched to every interest.
Every visit, session and activity is matched to students' academic interests, so they leave with genuine insight into whether a Spanish university education is right for them.
Explore Leading Universities
Guided tours of seven of Spain's most respected institutions to see which campuses fit each student's ambitions.
Workshops & Seminars
Every campus day includes a professor-led workshop or seminar alongside a meeting with an admissions advisor.
City Excursions & Student Life
Excursions and tours of each city give you a glimpse of what day-to-day student life here could look like.
Itinerary
The week, day by day.
An indicative schedule. After each day's campus visits, evenings are given over to activities and excursions across the city, so students get a real feel for life in Madrid and Barcelona. Exact visit times and workshop slots are confirmed once group interest profiles are finalised.
- Day 1Sun, Feb 7Abu Dhabi to Madrid
Arrival in Madrid
Coach pickup from Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi, group check-in at AUH and flight to Madrid-Barajas. Hotel check-in in Salamanca followed by a welcome dinner to kick off the programme.
Nord Anglia coach pickupFlight to MadridWelcome dinner in Salamanca - Day 2Mon, Feb 8Madrid
Madrid Campus Day I: Business & Finance
Morning at IE University with a campus tour and a professor-led business case workshop. Afternoon at CUNEF with a faculty session on finance and economics, then an admissions Q&A with current students from the region.
IE UniversityCUNEF UniversidadAdmissions Q&A - Day 3Tue, Feb 9Madrid
Madrid Campus Day II: Health & Engineering
Universidad Europea — anatomy lab visit and faculty seminar on medicine and dentistry. UC3M in the afternoon for an engineering faculty session and lab tour. Evening in La Latina.
Universidad EuropeaUC3MEvening in La Latina - Day 4Wed, Feb 10Madrid to Barcelona
Prado & High-Speed Rail
Morning at the Prado, then the Renfe AVE from Atocha to Barcelona Sants. Hotel check-in in the Eixample, dinner along the Rambla.
Museo del PradoRenfe AVEDinner on La Rambla - Day 5Thu, Feb 11Barcelona
Barcelona Campus Day I: Health Sciences
UIC Barcelona — campus tour, faculty seminar on health sciences pathways and a session inside the dentistry and physiotherapy facilities. Evening on Passeig de Gràcia.
UIC BarcelonaDentistry & Physio facilitiesPasseig de Gràcia - Day 6Fri, Feb 12Barcelona
Barcelona Campus Day II: Business & Design
Morning at ESADE for a faculty session on European business programmes. Afternoon at IED Barcelona with a hands-on workshop led by a visiting design professional. Evening at the Sagrada Família.
ESADEIED BarcelonaSagrada Família at night - Day 7Sat, Feb 13Barcelona to Abu Dhabi
Park Güell & Return
Morning at Park Güell, transfer to El Prat for the evening flight to AUH, then private drop-off to each student's home.
Park GüellEvening flight to AUHPrivate home drop-off
Institutions
Universities by city & interest.
Students are grouped by primary academic interest. Those with interests across multiple areas join sessions in both tracks.
Madrid
Spain
Business & Finance
- IE University
- CUNEF Universidad
Medicine & Health Sciences
- Universidad Europea de Madrid
Engineering
- Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M)
Barcelona
Spain
Medicine, Dentistry & Physiotherapy
- UIC Barcelona
Business
- ESADE Business School
Design
- IED Barcelona
Programme Fee
AED 11,000*
per student, all-inclusive. A non-refundable deposit secures a place at confirmation, with the balance due by January 30, 2027.
*Pricing is not final and subject to change.
What's included
- Return flights (AUH to Madrid, Barcelona to AUH)
- Accommodation
- Renfe AVE high-speed rail, Madrid to Barcelona
- All ground transport: Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi pickup, airports, inter-city
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
- Campus tours, workshops & admissions sessions
- Prado, Sagrada Família, Park Güell entries
- Full travel insurance
What isn't included
- Visa fees (Intellete can assist with the application)
- Personal spending money
- Optional excursions outside the programme
- Any medical costs not covered by insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to know.
Who is this programme for?+
Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi students in grades 10 to 12 considering Spanish or European universities for their undergraduate studies.
How are students grouped?+
By primary academic interest: Business, Health Sciences, Engineering or Design. Students with interests across multiple areas join sessions in both tracks.
Do students need a visa?+
Visa requirements depend on each student's nationality. Intellete supports every family through the application process, regardless of passport.
Is travel insurance included?+
Yes. Comprehensive travel and medical insurance for every student is part of the fee.
What happens if a student falls ill?+
The programme coordinator coordinates care immediately with the hotel doctor or nearest clinic, and parents are kept informed in real time.
How are universities selected?+
Based on academic reputation, English-taught programmes, international student support and relevance to UAE students' likely application paths.