University of Barcelona (UB)

The University of Barcelona (UB) is one of Spain’s most historic and prestigious public universities, founded in 1450. With more than 60,000 students and a broad network of academic faculties, UB plays a central role in higher education, research, and social development in Spain and beyond. 

UB’s Faculty of Education, formed in 2014 through the merger of its longtime Teacher Training and Pedagogy departments, builds on a strong legacy of teacher education in Catalonia and has been welcoming new students into its classrooms for more than 170 years.The faculty offers a wide array of teacher training and educational sciences programmes, combining excellent academic training with modern pedagogical research.  

Overview of partnership 

Goldsmiths and the University of Barcelona have established a dual degree partnership that enables students to combine the academic strengths of both institutions through a structured postgraduate pathway in teacher education. Depending on the UB programme selected, students will follow either a 2-year or 3-year full-time study route split between Barcelona and London. 

Through this programme, students gain pedagogical training and professional practice grounded in Spain’s rich educational tradition, coupled with Goldsmiths’ international academic expertise and innovative approaches to teaching. Upon successful completion, graduates receive a dual qualification from both UB and Goldsmiths, equipping them with internationally recognised credentials and the skills needed to teach and lead in diverse educational contexts. 

Find further details about the partnership programme and how to apply.