Discover the best universities near Sabadell for studying and experiencing the city

Sabadell is the best-kept secret for thousands of university students. If you want to escape the hectic pace of the big city but need Barcelona to be just a stone’s throw away, this town is the perfect choice. It perfectly combines a peaceful setting, bustling shopping streets, green spaces and a vibrant young community.

If you’re thinking of moving to this area in the next few years, take note. Here’s a rundown of the top academic institutions and the key to settling in successfully.

Key institutions: where to take the next step in your career

Sabadell and the surrounding area are home to some truly world-class centres. If you prioritise educational quality and proximity, these are the options you should look at:

ESDi (Higher School of Design): the driving force behind creativity

Located on the central Calle Marquès de Comillas, ESDi is a hotbed of talent affiliated with Ramon Llull University. This centre is the go-to place for anyone looking to make a name for themselves in the creative industries. Its courses range from university degrees in Design to vocational training programmes, master’s degrees and postgraduate courses.

Whether your passion lies in graphic, interior, product or fashion design or the audiovisual sector, its classrooms will provide you with exactly the tools you need to build an impeccable professional portfolio. The school fosters a highly practical and cutting-edge learning environment, ideal for connecting with the real world from your very first day of class.

Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB): an academic giant at your fingertips

UAB is a true European educational powerhouse and offers you two campuses with very different profiles close to home:

• Sabadell Campus: in the city itself, this site houses services associated with the School of Economics and Business. It’s a more intimate and specialised environment, perfect for future experts in business, accountancy or business management who prefer a personalised approach without compromising on the UAB’s outstanding reputation.
• Bellaterra Campus: its main site is a vast, American-style university town. Here you can find talent from all over the world. The campus is home to key schools such as Science, Communication, Education, Law, Engineering, Humanities and Medicine. At Bellaterra, you can really soak up the university atmosphere with huge libraries, sports facilities and a constant stream of cultural events.

Direct links to Barcelona’s elite

Sabadell’s tactical advantage lies in its excellent rail network (Ferrocarrils and Rodalies). This gives you quick and easy access to Barcelona’s leading universities, such as the University of Barcelona (UB), the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). You’ll be able to study in the city but relax in a more laid-back setting where the cost of living is much more affordable.

Your home base: Canvas Student Sabadell Llac

Choosing the right place to study is essential, but finding the ideal accommodation makes all the difference to your day-to-day life. Canvas Student Sabadell Llac is a newly opened hall of residence designed for students.

The exact address is Carrer del Pare Rodés 26, 08208 Sabadell, a prime location from which to get around with complete ease:

• An 8-minute cycle or a 15-minute bus ride from the ESDi campus.
• An 8-minute cycle or a 20-minute bus ride from UAB’s Sabadell Campus.
• About 20 minutes by bike or 27 minutes by public transport from UAB’s vast Bellaterra Campus.
• Quick connections at the station to get you into Barcelona city centre hassle-free.

Much more than just a place to sleep

Forget about outdated shared flats. Living here means making the most of your time, with shops, restaurants, cultural venues and green spaces just a few metres away. Your booking guarantees you a worry-free stay:

• All-inclusive rate: the monthly fee covers accommodation, essential utilities and high-speed Wi-Fi for your academic work.
• Accommodation tailored to your needs: modern rooms and fully equipped studios for your utmost comfort.
• Spaces to invigorate body and mind: work out in the building’s gym, make progress on your projects in the study room, or get some fresh air on the spacious outdoor terrace.
• A lively social life guaranteed: the communal areas make it easy to connect with an international community of students who share your interests.

If Sabadell’s your destination, go all out. Visit the Canvas Student Sabadell Llac page, book your room before places run out, and get ready for an unforgettable academic year.