Study Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology + Diploma in Advanced Methodologies in Scientific Research in Madrid

Biotechnology to innovate, heal, and improve the world

UFV’s Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology prepares researchers with scientific rigour and strong ethical foundations, capable of generating impact in health, food, energy and environmental sectors. From the first year, you will train in state-of-the-art laboratories, complete more than 500 hours of practical sessions and take courses in English that connect you with the international research environment.

You can further specialise through the Diploma in Advanced Methodologies in Scientific Research, gaining the opportunity to join research groups at the Institute for Biomedical Research (IIB) and undertake mandatory internships at leading institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Yale School of Medicine and CNIO.

Biotechnology plays a key role in sectors such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, textiles, food, energy and the environment, creating opportunities to drive innovation and entrepreneurship across diverse industries, including:

• Biotechnology and pharmaceutical sector: Research roles in public and private centres, R&D&I in biopharmaceuticals, agri-food, veterinary and environmental fields, and positions within science and technology parks.

• Healthcare sector: Hospital management and R&D&I, clinical trial design and monitoring, diagnostic and therapeutic support, biobank management and roles such as Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL).

• Business and management: Management and administration of biotechnology companies, science management in research centres, medical departments, incubators, product development, and quality control and assurance.

• Legal and regulatory fields: Advisory roles in industrial and intellectual property, patents, participation in bioethics committees and work with public bodies.

• Education and training: Teaching in higher education institutions and the organisation of seminars, conferences and specialised programmes.

At UFV, you will train in facilities designed to help you experience your future profession from day one.

• Advanced clinical simulation centre: A space that recreates real-life clinical situations in a safe and controlled environment.

• Fitness and functional training area: Equipped with state-of-the-art technology to apply your knowledge in performance, rehabilitation and physical conditioning.

• Electrotherapy and mechanotherapy room: Specialised facilities where you will practise essential techniques for functional recovery and patient care.

• More than 27,000 m² of sports facilities: Access to swimming pools, strength training rooms, cardio areas and extensive sports spaces that support both your academic training and personal wellbeing.