Students can start on Metàfora’s Studio Arts programs at any moment during the year if places are available.
We recommend that students on longer stays (Foundation Program or Training Program) begin their studies in September or January.
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| Academic year | 5th of Sept 2022 to 7th of Jun 2023 |
| Autumn Semester | 5th of Sept to 25th of Nov 2022 |
| Winter-Spring Semester | 16th of Jan to 7th of Jun 2023 |
| Calendar Year 2023 | 16th of Jan to 24th of Nov 2023 |
| Summer Block, Full Option | 3rd to 27th of Jul 2023 |
| Studio Block 1 | 5th of Sept to 14th of Oct 2022 |
| Studio Block 2 | 18th of Oct to 25th of Nov 2022 |
| Studio Block 3 | 16th of Janto 22nd of Feb 2023 |
| Madrid 2023 | 23rd to 25th of Feb 2023 |
| Special Workshop / Reading Week 2023 |
27th of Feb to 5th of Mar 2023 |
| Studio Block 4 | 6th of Mar to the 19th of Apr 2023 |
| Studio Block 5 | 24th of Apr to the 7th of Jun 2023 |
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| Academic year | 4th of Sept 2023 to 31st of May 2024 |
| Autumn Semester | 4th of Sept to 24th of Nov 2023 |
| Winter-Spring Semester | 15th of Jan to 31st of May 2024 |
| Calendar Year 2023 | 15th of Jan to 24th of Nov 2024 |
| Summer Block, Full Option | 1st to 25th of Jul 2024 |
| Studio Block 1 | 4th of Sept to 11th of Oct 2023 |
| Studio Block 2 | 16th of Oct to 24th of Nov 2023 |
| Studio Block 3 | 15th of Jan to 21st of Feb 2024 |
| Madrid 2024 | 22nd to 24th of Feb 2024 |
| Studio Block 4 | 26th of Feb to 3rd of Apr |
| Studio Block 5 | 16th of Apr to the 31st of May 2024 |
Reservation fee: 1.490€
Remaining fee: 5.506€
Studio Space: 850€ (optional)
Award scheme discount: 699,60€
*Total fees, including studio space,
with Metàfora’s Award Scheme
Reservation fee: 850€
Remaining fee: 460€
Studio Space: 130€ (optional)
Award scheme discount: 144€
*Total fees, including studio space,
with Metàfora’s Award Scheme
Reservation fee: 850€
Remaining fee: 549€
Studio Space: not available
Award scheme discount: not available
*See below for details and conditions
What is included?
Accomodation:
Accommodation is not included in the fees.
Tuition:
25-30 weekly hours of workshops, classes, tutorials etc.
Personal studio space and Project Rooms:
Students have individual studio spaces of 6-8 m2 and access to a range of large “Project Rooms”, available upon reservation.
The personal studio space is optional. If the student does not want to make use of a studio on campus, Metàfora will discount the corresponding amount from the fees.
The studios must be vacated by the end of June, unless the student is signed up for the Summer Block.
Metàfora closes its studios during August for cleaning and maintenance.
Continuing students are offered safe storage space for their belongings over the summer.
Materials:
Basic sample materials are available in all Tools & Techniques classes at no cost for the students.
Materials needed for the individual studio practice runs on the student’s account.
Trip to Madrid:
Every year Metàfora travels to Madrid during Block 4, coinciding with the international art fair ARCO. The trip is organized as “low budget” and includes the journey in train or bus and 2 nights in a shared room at a hostel in the center of Madrid. During the days in Madrid the accompanying tutors organize different activities for the students to join, the majority of which are free of cost. The trip is included in the fees of the first year for all-year students on Metàfora’s Studio Arts Program. Short term students and continuing students are welcome for a fee of aprox. 120€.
Off Campus exhibitions: Metàfora organises 4-6 off-campus exhibitions every year in galleries and art institutions around Barcelona. Students are invited to respond to Open Calls organized by inhouse tutors. Some of the off-campus exhibitions may involve a small contribution of approx. 40€.
Metàfora organizes orientation regarding set-up and contributes with drinks for the opening reception.
Open studio exhibitions: All students get to show their work in our two large Open Studio exhibitions (November and June). In these are shows there will normally be the most part of 300 visitors, press coverage etc.
Payment conditions:
Please see here for the entire list of Metàfora’s payment conditions
Award Scheme Reduction
What is Metàfora’s Award Scheme?
Metàfora is a small independent institution and we understand that for some students funding is a difficult issue. For this reason we give out our Award Scheme discount to students who need it on their first academic year at Metàfora.
When do I have to pay the reduced fees?
To be eligible for the Award, the reservation fee, plus the remaining fees or the first installment (if the student has opted for this) must be paid six weeks in advance of course start. If the student is admitted closer to course start than six weeks, the fees must be paid in maximum one week from the moment of admission.
If the fee is not paid by the due date, the Award Scheme reduction will be disesteemed and the student must pay the unreduced fees of the course.
Can I get the discount for several studio blocks?
The Award Scheme is available only once per student. This means that, unless the student initially has indicated the number of single blocks for which he/she wants to signs up, the following single studio block he/she signs up for will not carry the possibility of the discount.
Can I get the discount as a continuing student?
A continuing student is someone who has already spent one academic or calendar year on the course. The following courses are substantially discounted and are not eligible for the Award scheme.
Click here to open the application form for Metàfora’s Award scheme
Deferring course start
Defer the beginning of a course or change course:
If the student wishes to postpone his/her start in the course or change to another course, the amount paid for reservation of registration and registration remains valid for a maximum of 12 months counting from the beginning of the course in which the student originally enrolled.
During this period, the student may opt for other courses (subject to admission and availability of places). In the event that the price of the new course does not coincide with the course chosen initially, the student will pay the difference. If the chosen course has a lower value than the one paid, the remaining amount will be saved for another Metàfora activity, for a maximum of 12 additional months. In no case will the amount paid to date (or part of it) be returned.
To postpone the start of the course or change to another course, it is essential that the student inform Metàfora by written notification at least 6 weeks before the beginning of the course for which he / she originally enrolled.
Cancelling enrollment
Involuntary interruptions of studies:
In case of accident or illness during the course, studies may be interrupted for a maximum period of 12 months. It is essential to present a medical certificate in this regard. During this time the acquired economic commitment remains valid without any surcharge.
Voluntary interruptions of studies:
Once the course has started, there is no possibility of returning the tuition fee (or part of it) if the student wishes to cancel or postpone his/her stay at Metàfora.
In case a student decides to interrupt the studies voluntarily, he/she loses his place in the course and must comply with the acquired financial commitment. In no case will interrupting the course voluntarily leaves the student exempt from the financial commitments contracted.
If the student wishes to resume the studies in the future, he/she must restart the application and enrollment payment procedures again.
Payment conditions:
Please see here for the entire list of Metàfora’s payment conditions
Reservation fee and remaining fees
Reservation fee:
When a student submits an application to Metàfora’s Studio Arts Programs, he/she will be prompted for a brief online interview. Once admitted to the course, it is essential to pre-enroll by paying the reservation fee.
Metàfora does not guarantee the place without the payment of the reservation fee.
This payment will not be refunded under any circumstances.
For Metàfora’s Studio Arts Programs, a letter of admission is required to pay for the reservation. Upon being admitted, the participant will receive an invoice in which the amount and a payment term are specified. If this deadline is not met (and Metàfora does not receive notification of the delay in writing), the student may lose the place and go on to the waiting list.
If the student wishes to cancel or postpone their registration, said payment will remain valid for a maximum of 12 months, counting from the beginning of the course in which the student originally enrolled (see “Deferring course start”).
Tuition payment:
The remaining tuition fee for Metàfora’s Studio Arts Programs must be paid at least 15 days before the start of the course.
If the student does not make the remaining payment within this period, they may lose their place in the course and go on to the waiting list. For bank transfers it is essential to send proof of payment to Metàfora within the deadline.
Once the course has started, there is no possibility of returning the enrollment (or part of it) if the student wishes to cancel or postpone his / her stay at Metàfora.
The remaining tuition fee can be paid in installments. Please see the section “Paying in installments” for details.
Payment conditions:
Please see here for the entire list of Metàfora’s payment conditions
Paying in 3 Installments
This option carries 5% increase of the remaining fees
Installment 1:
50% of the remaining fees due 15 days before the beginning of the course
Installment 2:
25% of the remaining fees due once a third of the course has transcurred
Installment 3:
25% of the remaining fees due once two thirds of the course has transcurred
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Example of payment in 3 installments:
Academic Year
with Award Scheme reduction,
Total fees: 6.296,40€
Reservation fees: 1.490€
Remaining fees: 4.806,40€*
Installment 1,
due 23rd of August: 2.523,36€
Installment 2,
due the 1st of December: 1.261,68€
Installment 3,
due the 1st of February: 1.261,68€
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5% increase, total: 240,32€
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In all cases where a student pays the remaining fees in installments, he/she will remain liable for the payment of all installments, even if he/she should decide to interrupt the studies before the end of the course.
Payment conditions:
Please see here for the entire list of Metàfora’s payment conditions
Paying in 8 Installments
This option carries 8% increase of the remaining fees
Monthly installments of the fees.
The last installment must be paid max. 6 weeks before the end of the course.
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Example of payment in 8 installments:
Academic Year
with Award Scheme reduction,
Total fees: 6.296,40€
Reservation fees: 1.490€
Remaining fees: 4.806,40€*
Installment 1,
due 23rd of August: 648,86€
Installment 2-8
due on the 15th every month
for 7 months: 648,86€
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8% increase, total: 384,51€
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In all cases where a student pays the remaining fees in installments, he/she will remain liable for the payment of all installments, even if he/she should decide to interrupt the studies before the end of the course.
Payment conditions:
Please see here for the entire list of Metàfora’s payment conditions
Part Time Option
Metàfora offers a limited number of places for part time students:
It is mandatory for a part time student to sign up for two blocks at a time (12 weeks).
The structure of the two blocks is described here.
The admission of a part time students does not qualify for a student visa, which is available only for studies over 22 hours per week.
Metàfora’s general payment conditions apply to the part time studies.
Payment in installments is available upon request.
Reservation fee: 745€
Remaining fee: 4.010,€
Studio Space: 765€ (optional)
Award scheme discount: not available
*A students is considered continuing
after one year on the program
Reservation fee: 745€
Remaining fee: 219,40€
Studio Space: 85€ (optional)
Award scheme discount: not available
*A students is considered continuing
after one year on the program
Upon completing a stay on Metàfora’s Studios Arts Programs, the student receives a detailed transcript and a personalized Studies Report. These documents are issued only to students whose attendance to the course complies with formal attendance norms.
The Studies Report is a personalized letter elaborated jointly by the personal tutor and the Academic Coordinator / Course Director.
The Course Certificate or Diploma is subject to attendance, work produced, timely hand-in and satisfactory grade on the written paper.
The transcript reflects hours (ECTS credits) and grades of all the classes which the student has attended. The transcript also reflects studio work and programmed activities like Recent Art History and artwork presentations.
Although Metàfora is an independent institution, we chose to count our credits according to ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System), where 1 ECTS credit equals 25 hours of the sum of lective hours plus homework.
As with all European universities and schools for further education, a full time academic year amounts 60 ECTS. This includes all education activities, individual studio practice, writing and academic work, exhibiting and preparing final dissertation (3rd year project).
Classes in which the student has been absent for more than 20% will not appear in the transcript. Short term student can request a transcript, but will not receive a Studies Report.
Unless you’re from the EU/EEA or Switzerland, you’ll need a student visa to study in Spain for longer than 90 days.
This visa allows you to carry out research and training activities, participate in student exchange programs, or work as an unpaid intern or volunteer for more than three months.
If the period of study is less than 90 days and you are not from the EU/EEA or Switzerland, a short-term visitor/tourist visa or Schengen visa will be issued upon arrival. You do not need to apply for this 90 day visa as it is granted to all non-EU/EEA or Swiss travelers upon entry to Spain.
Apply for a student visa in the Embassy or Consular Office of Spain closest to your address in your country of origin.
You must apply for the visa in your country of origin before coming to Spain (except in the case of renewal or extension of the period of studies, this you can do in Spain).
Check the Spanish Consulate website in your country to find out how to apply for a student visa.
Citizens of the European Union
European citizens and citizens of the States party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area may reside in Spain for less than three months without the need to obtain any type of authorization or document.
However, if you wish to reside in Spain for more than three months, you must go to the Foreign Nationals Office and request registration with the Central Register of Foreign Nationals, and a registration certificate will be issued immediately with your name, nationality, registered address, foreigner’s identity number (NIE) and the date of registration.
You must be a student in a public or private educational institution in Spain to do so.
Non-EU Citizens
If the duration of study is less than three months (90 days), you will be allowed to stay in Spain with the short-term visitor/tourist visa or Schengen visa for 90 days from the date of entry.
If the duration of studies is longer than three months and less than six, you must apply for the student visa. This visa is valid for six months from the entry date.
If you are planning to study/stay in Spain for more than six months, you still have to apply for a student visa. This will act as your entry visa and will only be valid for 3 months. You must apply for a student card (NIE – Número de Identificación de Extranjero) and TIE (Tarjeta de Identificación de Extranjero) at the corresponding Foreign Nationals Office or police station as soon as you can once you are in Spain. The NIE/TIE will allow you to remain in Spain for the duration of your studies. This card is usually valid for one academic year and can be renewed annually from within Spain.
Keep in mind…
Any procedure at the Foreign Nationals Office requires a scheduled appointment.
You can work in Spain on a student visa as long as the work is compatible with activities carried out under the student visa, granted that the income received does not serve as a means to support you.
The ability to work may depend on your country of origin and you may be required to apply for permission, which takes a while to process.
Only the following relatives may accompany you as a foreign student during your stay in Spain:
Their stay in Spain is subject to the validity of your student visa. In order for your family to accompany you, first you have to obtain a student visa. Once you have it, then your family member/s will be able to apply for their respective visas.
