BARCELONA, SPAIN
Food Marketing Study Abroad-From the Farm to the Fork-Barcelona
Program Description
Get ready for an unparalleled academic adventure in the heart of Barcelona! This three-week immersive study abroad trip offers you the chance to dive deep into the food industry, from farm to fork, while earning valuable academic credits. You’ll explore everything from innovative marketing strategies at top agencies to sustainable practices at local farms, fisheries, and wineries. With visits to government agencies and hands-on experiences at a tapas cooking workshop, this program is designed to enrich your academic journey and expand your global perspective. Plus, you'll enjoy guided walking tours of Barcelona’s culinary hot spots and savor the city's incredible gastronomy. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your education while experiencing the vibrant culture of Barcelona!|
Program Dates and Deadlines: |
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| Term | Year | Application Deadline (or as space permits) |
Start Date/Check-in | End Date/Check-out |
| Summer | 2025 | February 1, 2025 |
May 11, 2025 |
May 30, 2025 |
Program fee payment schedule is listed below.
Information Sheet |
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| Open to | All academic disciplines. Priority given to College of Business students until December 15. After December 15, all FAU students will be reviewed as space permits. All interested students should apply as soon as possible regardless of academic major. Non business students will be placed on an interest list and reviewed after December 15. |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | FAU credits |
| Sponsoring College | College of Business |
Program Course Offerings:
- MAR 4947: Marketing Study Abroad (3 credits) - Required for All Participants
Course Eligibility & Requirements:
Students participating on the program are required to take MAR 4947.
Program Eligibility & Requirement
- Must have a 3.0 overall GPA at the time of application for undergraduate students. Lower GPA's may be reviewed on a cases by case basis.
- Must be in good academic standing at the time of application.
- Must be eligible to take FAU courses during the study abroad program term.
- See Policies & Procedures page for more information.
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In-country Program Faculty Leader: Eileen Acello |
For information on the study abroad application, contact the Education Abroad Advisor listed below. |
| College of Business | Brendan Richardson, Associate Director, Education Abroad |
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Email: eacello@fau.edu |
Phone number: 561-297-1039, Email: brichardson@fau.edu |
Location
Barcelona is Spain's second largest city and is located along the Mediterranean Sea. It is also home to one of the most major Mediterranean ports. It is rich in culture with a vibrant food scene! Barcelona offers everything from Michelin-starred dining to humble family-run tapas bars. You can’t leave without trying traditional dishes like Paella and Patatas Bravas. The city’s architecture is characterized by a mix of Gothic and Modernist styles. This dreamy skyline is largely thanks to the famed architect Antoni Gaudí, whose distinctive designs make the city what it is today. Although Spanish is the official language in Spain, in the Catalonian region, Catalan is also recognized as the co-official language.
Housing
Students will live in shared apartments in double or triple rooms. Shared apartment accommodations will include access to Wi-Fi, access to shared kitchen, living area, and laundry facilities. Kitchen is furnished with pots/pans/dishes/cutley/etc. Bed linens and towels are provided.
Program Cost and Funding
Financial Aid and Scholarship Information
- Students participating on FAU Faculty-led Programs may use eligible financial aid
- Program participants may be eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship
- See additional scholarship and funding information here.
Program Cost
$4,415.00 program fee + tuition for the required program summer course(s). FAU in-state or out-of-state rates apply.
Program fee payment deadlines:
1ST PAYMENT: $2,220.00 due 45 days from application acceptance or by February 4, 2025 (whichever date comes first)
2ND PAYMENT: $2,195.00 due 75 days from application acceptance or by March 6, 2025 (whichever date comes first)
Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions and link to pay from the Education Abroad team via email after their application has been reviewed and accepted. Program fee payments cannot be deferred. Plan accordingly.
Program Fee Includes:
- Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
- International medical insurance
- On-site support staff
- Guided city tour
- Visits to local retail stores
- Guided tour of Sagrada Familia, La Boqueria Market and Barcelona gastronomical establishments with samples
- Wine and tapas pairing workshop
- Spanish cuisine group cooking class
- Flamenco show
- Olive oil experience and tasting
- Day trip and guided tour to a goat or sheep farm/cheese factory, wheat mill and honey producer
- Day trip to Olive Mill and Winery
- Day trip to La Garroxta to visit La Fageda for a tour and tasting of products
- Montjuic hike
- Tour and tasting at a local gin distillery
- Visit and tour of Barcelona fish and seafood market
Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed due to weather or other unforseen circumstances. Replacement activity or excursion will be provided.
Program Fee Does Not Include :
- $200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
- International flight to program destination
- Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply). FAU academic calendars and tuition fee deadlines can be found HERE.
- Personal meals when not included in program activitity/excursion
- Personal spending money
Travel Documentation, HEALTH AND SAFETY
Passport and Travel Documentation
- A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
- Review up-to-date details HERE. Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
- Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.
- If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
- Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.
International Health Insurance
All FAU students participating on an FAU Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.
Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad
- U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information: Travel Advisories (state.gov)
- U.S. Students Abroad: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/students.html
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html
- FAU SHS: https://www.fau.edu/shs/
- World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/
- LGBTQI+ Travel Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/lgbtqi.html
- Travelers with Disabilities: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/traveling-with-disabilties.html
- Women Travelers: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/women-travelers.html
- Travel Safety - Race and Ethnicity: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations/travel-safety-race-and-ethnicity.html
Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program.
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.