- Infanta Sofía will study Political Science and International Relations at Forward College.
- Forward College stands out for its itinerant model: Lisbon, Paris and Berlin.
- Small group classes, personalized attention, and an international focus.
- The annual cost is around 18.500 euros, and the center offers scholarships and emotional support.
Infanta Sofía's university future has been confirmed after months of speculation. The youngest daughter of the Kings will begin her studies in September Political Science and International Relations at Forward College, a private institution with campuses in Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin and affiliated with the University of London. This choice reflects the Royal Family's commitment to a modern education with a distinctly international profile.
Forward College has established itself as a benchmark university in Europe thanks to its innovative educational model and pan-European experience. Students, including Sofía de Borbón, attend one of its campuses in different European capitals each year, allowing them to experience other cultural and professional contexts and interact with students of up to 40 different nationalities.
An itinerant and personalized academic model
The program that Infanta Sofia has chosen is structured in three courses distributed between Lisbon, Paris and BerlinIn each city, students delve into subjects related to political science, history, philosophy, and business studies. All learning is done in English, although there are optional subjects in Portuguese, French and German that facilitate local integration and learning new languages.
One of the highlights of Forward College is that the groups are very small, with an average of 15 students per class. This facilitates individualized attention and close monitoring of academic progress. Furthermore, Each student has personalized weekly tutorials, emotional support and coaching sessions that seek to enhance both academic skills and personal development.
Since its founding in 2021, Forward College has been committed to an educational approach based on scientific evidence and in neuroscienceIt promotes practical skills such as leadership, emotional intelligence, public speaking, and conflict resolution, key aspects in the development of future international leaders.
Admission, exclusivity and training offer
The admissions process is another of the center's distinctive features. Only one in eleven applications is accepted, which demonstrates its demanding and selectivity standards. No cut-off mark is required, but the candidate's academic record, personal motivations, and profile are taken into account.
The university offers official degrees from the University of London, recognized throughout the European Union. This allows graduates to access both the European labor market and master's degrees and specializations at prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics.
Regarding the academic offer, Forward College has degrees such as Political Science and International Relations, Economics, Psychology and Data Science, who have an international and multidisciplinary vision.
Cost, scholarships and international university life
The annual cost of studies is around 18.500 Euros. To this figure must be added the cost of living and maintenance, which vary depending on the city, from around 11.000 euros in Lisbon to 16.000 in Berlin. Forward College offers a program of scholarships of up to 20% of the total cost, in addition to interest-free loans for European students, facilitating access to diverse economic profiles.
Students participate in clubs and extracurricular activities, organized by the college itself, which include urban sports, yoga, debates, financial markets, and cultural activities. The university residence, managed by the college itself, is located in the Benfica neighborhood, a half-hour metro ride from the university. It features single rooms, common areas, a gym, a library, and a meditation room.
To support students in their adaptation process to international university life, Forward College offers a solid system of emotional support and psychological counselingServices include academic stress management, emotional blockage management, and, if necessary, assistance finding specialized medical services in each city.
An international and prestigious environment
Currently, the Forward College community is composed of students from more than 33 countriesIts goal is to expand with new campuses throughout Europe. The Lisbon campus is located in the historic Chiado neighborhood, in an iconic building close to cultural centers and green spaces. Its modern and welcoming facilities include terraces, study rooms, relaxation areas, and spaces for social activities.
This training experience, which allows you to live in three key European cities, pursued the wishes of Infanta Sofía of train abroad, always maintaining closeness to Spain and ensuring that their studies are useful for their future institutional work.
The choice of Forward College, supported by the University of London and the London School of Economics, makes Sofia the The first member of the Spanish royal family to pursue their career outside of SpainFurthermore, it is the first European institution to publicly link this innovative center. The institution offers a distinctive academic model, marked by rigor, adaptability, and an international character that prepares students to successfully face the challenges of the contemporary world.
