42% thesis · 33% maths and foundations

Master's Degree in Biomedicine
Máster en BiomedicinaTranslated
- Thesis 32%
- Free electives 20%
- Research methods 16%
- Maths and foundations 14%
Our classification by 39 module titles, weighted by credits.
A 1-year master's programme, taught in English, Catalan and Spanish, in Barcelona.
Research in human disease is the focus here, with two specialisations: basic and translational research in metabolism and endocrinology, and the same in human pathologies. Of the 60 credits, 12 are compulsory, 21 are elective and 27 go to the final master's thesis, with no external internship. Three-credit electives include molecular bases of cancer research, stem cells and regenerative medicine, genomics and proteomics, epigenetics and bioinformatics applied to biomedicine.
The master's takes one academic year on campus in Barcelona, with 40 places. Teaching is mostly in English at 60 percent, with 20 percent in Catalan and 20 percent in Spanish, and English at B1 level is required. Tuition in 2026/27 is listed at €82 per credit for non-EU students and €19.37 per credit for EU students.
39 modules published
1 of 2 specialisations
Branches are the options the institution lists.
The options
- Investigación Básica y Traslacional en Metabolismo y Endocrinología
- Investigación Básica y Traslacional en Patologías Humanas
All 39 modules
CF para el Acceso al Máster de Biomedicina · 1 module · all elective · 6 ECTS
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| · 1r semestre | 6 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Investigación Básica y Traslacional en Metabolismo y Endocrinología · 19 modules · 81 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 2o semestre | Required | 27 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
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| · 2o semestre | Required | 3 |
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Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
Investigación Básica y Traslacional en Patologías Humanas · 19 modules · 81 ECTS
| Module | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| · 2o semestre | Required | 27 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Elective | 3 |
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| · 1r semestre | Required | 3 |
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| · 2o semestre | Required | 3 |
| · 1r semestre | Required | 3 |
Source: web.ub.edu, checked 30 Oct 2026
- Credits27
- RequiredYes
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Where this programme leans, compared with the same level and field.
More research methods than 6 of 6 similar
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- Specialist subjects
- Maths and foundations
- Data and computing
- Business and management
- Languages and communication
- Research methods
- Projects and labs
- Thesis
- Free electives
More research methods, less maths and foundations
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Studying in Barcelona
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At least €4,950.21 for the first year
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Every fee as the institution publishes it (2)
| Fee | Who pays it | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EU/EEA citizens | 2026/27 | €19.37 / credit |
| Tuition | Non-EU citizens | 2026/27 | €82 / credit |
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A typical price
Among 22 similar programmes, in euros / credit
Costs more than 0 of 21 similar programmes. Half of them cost between €82 and €84.
Same level, field and language. Years differ; euros are approximate (ECB).
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Starts: Classes start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027
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| This programmeMaster's Degree in Biomedicine | SimilarMaster's Degree in Genetics and Genomics | SimilarMaster's Degree in Analytical Chemistry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €82 / credit · 2026/27 | €82 / credit · 2026/27 | €82 / credit · 2026/27 |
| Duration | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
| Language | English, Catalan and Spanish | English | Catalan, Spanish and English |
| Next date | Not published | Not published | Not published |
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The programme, from the facts
Master's Degree in Biomedicine is a master's programme in sciences and maths at Universitat de Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. It takes 1 year. It carries 60 ECTS credits. Teaching is in English, Catalan and Spanish.
The institution publishes 39 modules, of which 29 are optional. By our classification of module titles, the largest themes are thesis (32%), free electives (20%) and research methods (16%).
It includes a final thesis and a choice of specialisations.
How much does Master's Degree in Biomedicine cost?
€82 / credit · 2026/27 · non-EU; prices differ by citizenship (EU/EEA citizens: €19.37; Non-EU citizens: €82).
When is the next deadline or start?
Classes start 14 September 2026 (university framework calendar); second semester 1 February 2027 to 8 February 2027 (Starts).
What language is it taught in?
English, Catalan and Spanish.
How long does it take?
1 year.
Where is it?
Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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