Scholarships for new students of vocational training

1.1. Purpose

The purpose of this scholarship is to promote and recognise the talent of individuals with financial needs who wish to begin their studies in the fields of tourism, hospitality or gastronomy.

1.2. Eligible Applicants

This call is addressed to secondary school (ESO), upper secondary school (Baccalaureate) or vocational education students who wish to begin vocational education studies in Culinary Arts and Gastronomy or university degree studies at CETT.

1.3. Requirements

1.3.1. For students wishing to enrol in an Intermediate Vocational Education Programme

In the case of students coming from ESO, they must have an average academic record grade equal to or higher than 7.5.

They must have completed the reservation of a place or the enrolment in the studies at CETT for the corresponding academic year.

1.3.2. For students wishing to enrol in an Advanced Vocational Education Programme

In the case of students coming from Baccalaureate studies, they must have an average Baccalaureate academic record grade equal to or higher than 7.5.

In the case of students coming from a vocational education programme, they must have an average academic record grade from the vocational programme equal to or higher than 7.5.

They must have completed the reservation of a place or the enrolment in the studies at CETT for the corresponding academic year.

1.3.3. For students wishing to enrol in a University Degree

They must have applied as their first preference for one of the university degrees offered by the CETT-UB School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy in the first round of university pre-enrolment (June 2026) and have an average academic record grade from Baccalaureate or an Advanced Vocational Education Programme equal to or higher than 7.5.

1.3.4. Common Requirement for All Applicants

Applicants must not have been beneficiaries of any other CETT scholarship or discount.

CETT scholarships and discounts are not cumulative, except for the full-payment discount. In the event that a student meets the requirements to access more than one scholarship or discount, only the most beneficial option will be applied.

1.4. Number of Scholarships

A total of 20 scholarships are available for students enrolled in the first year of the following programmes:

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES

UNIVERSITY DEGREES

1.5. Financial Award

A 2% withholding tax will be applied to the scholarship amount in accordance with Law 40/1998 on Personal Income Tax (IRPF)*.

*The Personal Income Tax Law (LIRPF) classifies scholarships as employment income. Consequently, scholarships not covered by the exemption provided for in Article 7.j) of the LIRPF (EDL 2006/298871) shall be considered employment income, in accordance with Article 17.2.h) of the LIRPF and, as such, shall be subject to withholding tax on account of Personal Income Tax (IRPF). The withholding tax shall be calculated in accordance with the general procedure established in Articles 80 and following of the Personal Income Tax Regulations (RIRPF).

1.6. Assessment Criteria

For the awarding of scholarships, the following aspects will be assessed:

• The best academic record.
• The financial and family situation (for assessment purposes, Threshold 3 of the family income established by the General Scholarship of the Government of Catalonia or the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports will be taken as a reference).
• The curriculum vitae.
• The reasons stated in the observations section of the application.

1.7. Documentation to be Submitted

The documentation required to apply for this scholarship is as follows:

• Academic certificate accrediting the corresponding average grade.
• Proof of university pre-enrolment showing the application as first preference, in the case of students wishing to access a university degree.
• Copy of the reservation or enrolment, which will be incorporated ex officio by the CETT Academic Secretariat if the student wishes to enrol in a vocational education programme.
• Income tax return and assets declaration corresponding to the latest fiscal year of all members of the family unit required to submit it.
• If there is no obligation to submit an income tax return, the corresponding certificate and proof of income of all members of the family unit.
• In the case of self-employed workers, proof of self-employment registration and the latest self-employment contribution receipt.
• Updated curriculum vitae.
• Where applicable, supporting documentation of any family or personal circumstances to be declared (child support payments, widow's pension, orphan's pension, housing rental contract or receipts, disability certificate, among others).

1.8. Submission of Applications

Applications must be submitted through this online form.

• The application period will be from 17 June to 21 July 2026.

• If the available funding is not exhausted, a second call may be opened from 2 to 6 September 2026.

Once the application has been submitted, the Scholarship Committee may request additional documentation or an online interview if deemed necessary to expand the information provided.

The submission of incomplete, incorrect or non-supporting documentation regarding the required eligibility criteria may result in the rejection of the application.

1.9. Resolution

The Scholarship Committee shall be the body responsible for assessing the applications submitted in accordance with the criteria established in this call.

The decision shall be communicated individually to applicants by email by the Academic Secretariat within a maximum period of 15 days from the closing date of the call.

The scholarship shall become effective provided that enrolment for the 2026/2027 academic year has been completed within the established deadlines.

In the event that there are no applications in a particular programme that meet the requirements or achieve the minimum score established, CETT reserves the right to declare the scholarship void or to redistribute it among other programmes included in this call.

The total amount of the scholarship, once the corresponding 2% deduction has been applied in accordance with current tax regulations, shall be applied to the single payment or to the established instalments, depending on the payment method chosen by the student.

1.10. Scholarship Renewal for Students from Previous Academic Years

The scholarship awarded may be renewed until the completion of the studies being undertaken by the student, provided that they maintain the financial and academic conditions (having passed all the credits or subjects enrolled in during the previous academic year and accrediting an average academic record grade equal to or higher than 7.5) that enabled them to obtain it.

Applications must be submitted through this online form.

• The application period will be from 11 to 25 June 2026.

1.1. Purpose

To facilitate the continuation of studies in the fields of tourism, hospitality and gastronomy for CETT students experiencing financial difficulties who demonstrate interest and ability in both academic and professional areas.

1.2. Eligible Applicants

This call is addressed to students who, during the 2026/2027 academic year, are enrolled in the second year or higher of vocational education programmes at the Professional Technical School, as well as in bachelor's degrees and university extension courses at CETT-UB School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy.

1.3. Requirements

To apply for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Have passed all subjects of the current academic year by the closing date of the call.
• Have applied for the General Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year offered by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports or by the Government of Catalonia.
• Provide evidence of their financial and family situation, taking as reference Threshold 3 of the family income established by the General Scholarship of the Government of Catalonia or the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports.
• Not have been awarded any other CETT scholarship or discount.

CETT scholarships and discounts are not cumulative, except for the full-payment discount. If a student meets the requirements for more than one scholarship or discount, only the most beneficial option will be applied.

1.4. Financial Award

The scholarship amounts are:

a) €1,290

b) €2,550

A 2% withholding tax will be applied to the scholarship amount in accordance with Law 40/1998 on Personal Income Tax (IRPF)*.

*The Spanish Personal Income Tax Law (LIRPF) classifies scholarships as employment income. Consequently, scholarships not covered by the exemption provided for in Article 7.j) of the LIRPF (EDL 2006/298871) shall be considered employment income in accordance with Article 17.2.h) of the LIRPF and, as such, shall be subject to withholding tax on account of Personal Income Tax (IRPF). The withholding amount shall be calculated in accordance with the general procedure established in Articles 80 and subsequent articles of the Personal Income Tax Regulations (RIRPF).

1.5. Assessment Criteria

The following aspects will be considered when awarding the scholarships:

• Financial and family situation (taking as reference Threshold 3 of the family income established by the General Scholarship of the Government of Catalonia or the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports).
• Academic record.
• The academic year in which the student is enrolled.
• Having received the General Scholarship from the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports in the previous academic year.
• Accredited training and practical experience.
• Interest and level of motivation regarding the studies and profession.
• The reasons stated in the observations section of the application.

1.6. Documentation Required

Applicants must submit the following documentation:

• Updated curriculum vitae.
• Income tax return and assets declaration corresponding to the most recent fiscal year for all members of the family unit required to submit them.
• If not required to submit an income tax return, the corresponding certificate and proof of income for all members of the family unit.
• For self-employed individuals, proof of self-employment registration and the latest self-employment contribution receipt.
• Where applicable, supporting documentation regarding any family or personal circumstances that the applicant wishes to declare (child support payments, widow’s pension, orphan’s pension, housing rental contract or receipts, disability certificate, among others).
• The student's academic record will be incorporated into the application ex officio by the Academic Secretariat.

1.7. Application Submission

Applications must be submitted through this online form.

The application period will be from 11 to 22 June 2026.

Once the application has been submitted, the Scholarship Committee may request additional documentation or an online interview if deemed necessary to expand on the information provided.

The submission of incomplete, incorrect or non-supporting documentation regarding the required eligibility criteria may result in the rejection of the application.

1.8. Resolution

The Scholarship Committee, composed of representatives from Barcelona Turisme, Barcelona City Council and CETT (Finance Department, Career Services and Scholarship Management), will be responsible for assessing the applications submitted in accordance with the criteria established in this call.

The resolution will be communicated individually to applicants by email by the Academic Secretariat between 1 and 2 July.

The total scholarship amount, once the corresponding 2% deduction has been applied in accordance with current tax regulations, will be deducted from the single payment or from the instalments established, depending on the payment method chosen by the student.

Students may submit a request for review of the decision to the Scholarship Committee within a maximum period of 8 days from the date of notification by emailing [email protected]. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

The awarded scholarship may be renewed until the completion of the student's programme of study, provided that the financial and academic conditions that enabled the student to obtain it are maintained (having passed all credits or subjects enrolled in during the previous academic year and having achieved an average academic record grade of 7.5 or higher).

Applications must be submitted through this online form.

• The application period will be from 11 to 25 June 2026.

Course 2026/2027

1.1. Purpose:

To facilitate access to tourism training to CETT students in any of the official degree programs (vocational, undergraduate, and master's degrees) by allowing them to collaborate in the different CETT Group departments or business units.

1.2. Recipients:

Students in CETT Vocational Training, Undergraduate Degrees or *Official Master's Degrees.

1.3. Requirements:

• Be enrolled in one of the official training programs at EHT or EUHT CETT-UB during the academic year for which the scholarship collaboration will take place and at the time the application is completed.
• Not hold any academic degree equivalent to vocational training or undergraduate degrees.

1.4. No. of Scholarships and Economic Assistance:

Starting September 15 and throughout the year, the different application periods for COLLABORATION SCHOLARSHIPS linked to the different CETT Group departments and business units will be announced.

At the time each of the scholarships is announced, the following information will be specified: Department offering the place, candidate requirements, conditions (length and schedule of collaboration), and the scholarship amount.