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EnglishFull degrees taught in English
01 — Overview
Why Sri Lankan students choose Spain
Thirty hours of work a week and full family rights — an unusual combination in Southern Europe.
Spain combines things that rarely appear together: thirty hours of permitted work a week, dependents who can join you with full work rights, a twelve-month job-search permit, and a visa filed in Colombo rather than New Delhi.
The country has invested heavily in renewable energy infrastructure and has a growing biotechnology sector, alongside the established technology hubs in Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia.
The institution we represent, UCAM, is in Murcia in the south-east — a real Spanish city rather than an international bubble, with costs well below Madrid or Barcelona and a strong record in sport science and health.
- 01Thirty hours of permitted work a week during term.
- 02Dependents with full work rights while you study.
- 03A twelve-month job-search permit after graduation.
- 04Visa filed at BLS in Colombo, with no third-country appointment.
- 05Europe’s largest renewable energy build-out, with the engineering demand that follows.
- 06EU-recognised qualifications under the Bologna framework and the ECTS credit system.
- 07Schengen mobility across twenty-nine countries on your residence permit.
- 08Mediterranean climate and living costs well below Northern Europe.
02 — Institutions
The university we represent
Murcia · Featured
UCAM — Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
A private university in south-east Spain with English-taught programmes and a particularly strong record in sport science, health and physiotherapy, including work with elite athletes.
03 — At a glance
The facts, in one place
Capital
Madrid
Language of instruction
English
Currency
Euro
Bachelor’s
3–4 years
Master’s
1–2 years
Credit system
ECTS · Bologna
Visa route
BLS Colombo
Dependents
Yes — full work rights
Intakes
On enquiry
Work rights
What you are allowed to work
30
Hours a week during undergraduate study.
30
Hours a week for postgraduate students.
12
Months to look for work after you graduate.
Yes
Dependents may join you with full work rights.
04 — Entry
What Spain asks you for
Requirements vary by institution and by programme. These are the documents every file needs.
- Completed secondary education, or equivalent, for bachelor’s entry
- A recognised bachelor’s degree for master’s entry
- Academic transcripts, translated and attested
- Evidence of English proficiency
- Valid passport with sufficient remaining validity
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Financial documentation for the residence permit
- Health insurance valid in Spain
Send us your transcripts
We will tell you what is missing and which programmes you qualify for.
05 — Costs
What a year in Spain actually costs
Spain is mid-range for Western Europe, and Murcia is well below the Spanish average.
Tuition varies widely by field, and each university sets its own fees. Living costs depend on the city, on whether you take university accommodation or a private flat, and on how much you cook. The residence permit carries its own financial requirement, set by the migration authority and reviewed periodically.
We prepare a written cost estimate for every student we work with. Tuition for your specific programme, realistic monthly costs for the city you will actually live in, the current requirement for the permit, and the scholarships you may be eligible for. Built around your circumstances rather than a generic table — and there is no charge for it.
06 — Living
Living in Spain
Murcia is a mid-sized city in Spain’s south-east, an hour from the Mediterranean coast, with a large student population and costs well below Madrid, Barcelona or Valencia. It is a Spanish city rather than an international one, which is harder at first and better later.
The climate is among the warmest and driest in Europe. Winters are mild, summers are long and hot, and outdoor life continues year-round in a way it simply does not in the Baltics.
Spanish is worth learning here, more than in the Nordic countries — daily life outside the university runs in Spanish, and it will widen both your part-time work options and your experience of the place. The university teaches in English and offers Spanish alongside.
07 — Our work
What we handle for Spain
- 01University and programme selection
- 02Application filing and follow-up
- 03Statement of purpose guidance
- 04Document preparation and attestation
- 05Financial documentation review
- 06Scholarship search
- 07Residence permit filing at BLS Colombo
- 08Accommodation support in Madrid
- 09Pre-departure briefing
- 10On-arrival registration support
08 — Questions
What students ask us
Can I study in Spain in English?
Yes. The institution we represent offers degree programmes taught in English. Spanish is not required for your degree, though it will make daily life and part-time work considerably easier.
Where is the Spanish student visa processed for Sri Lankans?
At BLS in Colombo. Spain is one of the destinations that does not require a New Delhi appointment.
Can I work while studying in Spain?
Yes. Undergraduates may work up to 30 hours a week during term, and postgraduates up to 30 hours. Hours are counted across the academic year, and we will explain how that works for your programme.
Can I stay in Spain after I graduate?
Yes. Graduates can apply for a twelve-month permit to remain in Spain and look for work or start a business.
Do I need Spanish to live there?
Not for your degree, but yes for daily life outside the campus, more so than in Northern Europe. Murcia is not an international bubble. Most students find that a few months of effort transforms the experience, and the university runs courses alongside your programme.
Can my spouse or family join me?
Yes. Dependents can join you during your studies and are granted full work rights.
Are Spanish degrees recognised internationally?
Yes. Spain is part of the Bologna Process and uses the ECTS credit system, so qualifications are recognised across the European Higher Education Area and transfer readily for further study or professional registration.
Can I travel elsewhere in Europe on my permit?
Yes. Spain is a full member of the Schengen area, so your residence permit allows short-stay travel across the zone without a separate visa.
How much will it cost me in total?
That depends on the programme, the university and the city, and a generic figure would mislead you. We prepare a written estimate for each student — tuition, living costs, permit requirements and any scholarships you qualify for — at no charge. Request yours here.
09 — Elsewhere
Fifteen other countries
🇱🇰 For Sri Lankan Students
Apply from Sri Lanka, hassle-free
Here is exactly what you need to qualify from Sri Lanka, and how Ahasa handles the entire process for you.
📝 Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s Degrees: You will need your G.C.E. O/Level and A/Level certificates. Universities in Spain generally require at least 3 passes at A/Levels.
Master’s Degrees: A recognized Bachelor’s degree from a Sri Lankan university.
Note: All academic documents must be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombo. Our team will guide you on how to get this done quickly.
🗣️ English Proficiency
To study in Spain, IELTS (usually 5.5 – 6.5 overall) or PTE Academic are strongly recommended for a smooth visa approval. We will advise you on the exact score needed for your chosen university.
🛂 Visa Process
Sri Lankan students must apply for a student visa. Do not worry about the complex paperwork—we handle your university invitation and prepare you for your BLS visa appointment in Colombo. We also prepare you for any online video interviews required by the embassy.
💡 Why Apply with Ahasa?
We are official university representatives in Sri Lanka. That means we do not charge any agency or consultation fees. You only pay your official university tuition and standard visa application costs.
