Did you know that you can study abroad combining in-person and virtual classes from Spain? Se llama movilidad hybrid and in this publication we tell you how it works.

This modality emerged during the pandemic, but it has become very popular in recent years. Therefore, every day more Spanish universities are supporting her.

The benefits are many: offers a flexible, economical and enriching experience which combines the practice of an international environment, with the usual rhythm of academic studies.

It is ideal for Spanish students who want to study abroad, connect with other cultures, but have economic or labor limitations.

Do you want to know which universities and careers are promoted? Put it here, we’ll tell you…

Hybrid mobility It is a type of studio that combines virtual classes with face-to-face experiences.

This modality, Applied to exchange programs, it allows Spanish students to study part of the subjects from their home and abroad in an overseas institution. 

The latter can be studied through online classes or through a short and in-person stay. 

This modality is supported by Erasmus+. Therefore, you can find exchange programs at your university under this modality, which involve collaboration and economic support.

If you are a university student and are considering the possibility of an exchange under this modality, you will like to know all the benefits that you will have from this experience:

Laura is Audiovisual Communication student at the Complutense University of Madrid. 

Since starting his studies, I have always been alone with studying in Italy. But his work did not allow him to spend a full semester outside of Spain.

That's when I decided to try it Erasmus+ hybrid mobility program with the University of Bolonia.

For four months I participated in virtual classes with Italian teachers and international online projects. At the end of the course, he traveled to Bolonia for a few weeks to complete the practical part of his exchange.

“It was an incredible experience. I was able to follow more classes in Madrid and, at the same time, learn about another university and work with European colleagues. I felt like I lived the best of an exchange without giving up my life in Spain”, says Laura.

His testimony reflects the essence of hybrid mobility: a way of studying abroad without disconnecting from the local environment.

Many Spanish universities offer hybrid mobility programs, in different careers and study areas. 

Among the most active institutions are:

The offer is very broad and is associated with careers that value cultural exchange and promote international projects.

Among them, the careers of Education, Pedagogy, Administration and Management of Companies (ADE), Informatics Engineering, Telecommunications, Communication Sciences and Periodism, Tourism and International Relations, among others.

Hybrid mobility opens up new stage in international education. 

It's really a great way to democratize access to university exchanges. 

Mainly because Students who have a limited budget, have family responsibilities or work that cannot be absent for a long time can do it.

If these have been some of the work for which you have not participated in an exchange experience Today you have the possibility of doing it!

The hybrid modality is a reality and an intelligent alternative for those looking for an international experience but adapted to their reality.