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Bachelor’s Degree

Degree type

6 years

Duration

On Campus Madrid

Teaching mode

Spanish

Language

Pending

Start date

€20,400

Tuition fee

Study Bachelor's Degree in Medicine in Madrid

Person-centred medicine with practice from day one

A Medical Humanities programme that approaches health in all its dimensions: physical, psychological, spiritual and social, combined with practical training in both public and private hospitals.

You will learn in operating theatres, intensive care units, emergency departments, primary care centres and 400 m² of research laboratories equipped with cutting-edge technology. UFV stands out for its strong MIR (medical exam) results and its performance in Teaching and Learning (CYD ranking), and offers a 95% graduate employability rate in Medicine.

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Discover how your passion is transformed into knowledge

We place students at the heart of the learning experience, combining academic rigour with ethical reflection and a sense of social responsibility, supported by close personal guidance and a strong university community.

First Year

FIRST YEAR (SEM 1 AND SEM 2)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
MEDICAL HUMANITIES 1	OB	SEM 1 AND SEM 2	4
BIOLOGY	BT	SEM 1	6
BIOCHEMISTRY	BT	SEM 1 AND SEM 2	9
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES	OB	SEM 1 AND SEM 2	4
EMBRYOLOGY	OB	SEM 2	4
GENETICS	OB	SEM 2	6
ANATOMY 1	BT	SEM 1 AND SEM 2	12
BIOSTATISTICS	BT	SEM 1	6
PHYSIOLOGY 1	BT	SEM 1 AND SEM 2	9

Second Year

SECOND YEAR (SEM 3 AND SEM 4)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY	BT	SEM 4	6
MEDICAL HUMANITIES 2	OB	SEM 3 AND SEM 4	4
HISTOLOGY	OB	SEM 3 AND SEM 4	9
APPLIED SCIENTIFIC ENGLISH APPLIED TO MEDICINE	OB	SEM 3	4
ANATOMY 2	BT	SEM 3 AND SEM 4	12
PHYSIOLOGY 2	BT	SEM 3 AND SEM 4	12
MICROBIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY	OB	SEM 3 AND SEM 4	8
HISTORY OF MEDICINE	OB	SEM 4	5

Third Year

THIRD YEAR (SEM 5 AND SEM 6)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
INTRODUCTION TO PRIMARY CARE AND FAMILY MEDICINE	OB	SEM 6	6
MEDICAL HUMANITIES 3	OB	SEM 5 AND SEM 6	4
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES 1: PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND RADIODIAGNOSTICS	OB	SEM 5	6
INTRODUCTION TO SURGERY	OB	SEM 6	4
PATHOLOGICAL ANATOMY	OB	SEM 5 AND SEM 6
GENERAL PATHOLOGY	OB	SEM 5 AND SEM 6
GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES	OB	SEM 5 AND SEM 6	12
CLINICAL METHODS 1: SEMIOLOGY AND CLINICAL COMMUNICATION	OB	SEM 5	4

Fourth Year

FOURTH YEAR (SEM 7 AND SEM 7)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
PSYCHIATRY	OB	SEM 7	6
MEDICAL HUMANITIES 4	OB	SEM 7 AND SEM 8	4
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES 2	OB	SEM 7	3
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH	OB	SEM 8	5
FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY	OB	SEM 8	3
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM	OB	SEM 7	8
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – RESPIRATORY SYSTEM	OB	SEM 7	6
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – DIGESTIVE SYSTEM	OB	SEM 7	7
DERMATOLOGY	OB	SEM 7	3
GERIATRICS	OB	SEM 7	3
CLINICAL METHODS 2: SEMIOLOGY AND CLINICAL COMMUNICATION	OB	SEM 7	4
OPHTHALMOLOGY	OB	SEM 7	4
OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY	OB	SEM 7	4

Fifth Year

FIFTH YEAR (SEM 9 AND SEM 10)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
GYNECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS	OB	SEM 9 AND SEM 10	9
PEDIATRICS	OB	SEM 9 AND SEM 10	9
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – ENDOCRINE SYSTEM AND NUTRITION	OB	SEM 9	6
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – NERVOUS SYSTEM	OB	SEM 9	6
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – HEMATOLOGY	OB	SEM 9	4
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM	OB	SEM 10	4
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – NEPHROURINARY SYSTEM	OB	SEM 10	4
CLINICAL STAYS 1	I.EXT	10 WK	15
OPTIONAL 1	OP	10 WK	3

OPTIONALS. CHOOSE 1:

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMPLENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES 1	OP	SEM 10	3
PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOLOGY OF SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY	OP	SEM 10	3
INTENSIVE CARE MEDICINE	OP	SEM 10	3
INTEGRATED CLINICAL TRAINING, MRI BASED	OP	SEM 10	3
From the list of optional courses that make up the syllabus, students may choose among the courses that the University offers each academic year and that will be published in the Syllabus book for enrolment. Likewise, the University, once the enrolment period is over, reserves the right to open these optional courses depending on the number of students enrolled

Sixth Year

SIXTH YEAR (SEM 11 AND SEM 12)

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – ONCOLOGY	OB	SEM 11	4
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – INFECTIOUS DISEASES	OB	SEM 11	4
MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY – IMMUNE SYSTEM	OB	SEM 11	3
END OF DEGREE PROJECT	EDP	SEM 12	6
CLINICAL INTERNSHIPS 2	I.EXT	SEM 11 AND SEM 12	40
OPTIONAL 2	OP	SEM 12	3

OPTIONALS. CHOOSE 1:

SUBJECT	TYPOLOGY	SEM	ECTS
COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES 2	OP	SEM 12	3
SCIENCE, FAITH AND REASON	OP	SEM 12	3
From the list of optional courses that make up the syllabus, students may choose among the courses that the University offers each academic year and that will be published in the Syllabus book for enrolment. Likewise, the University, once the enrolment period is over, reserves the right to open these optional courses depending on the number of students enrolled

Career opportunities

This Bachelor's Degree in Medicine opens the door to professional practice in healthcare from multiple perspectives, combining clinical work, medical specialisation, research and leadership responsibilities in complex healthcare environments.

Graduates may pursue career paths such as:

Medical doctor (regulated profession)
Access to medical specialisation through the MIR examination in public and private healthcare system hospitals
Clinical practice in healthcare settings
Military medicine
University teaching
Biomedical and clinical research
Hospital management and healthcare administration
Business management within the pharmaceutical industry
Legal and forensic medicine
Humanitarian and international medical work

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Requirements

For admission

Successful completion of the UFV admissions process (fee: €170)

Personal interview

Aptitude assessment

Review of academic record

Limited places

Places are limited due to the practical and personalised nature of the programme. We recommend starting the admissions process as early as possible.

Why study at UFV?

Integrated clinical simulation

Train in one of the first programmes in Europe to integrate clinical simulation into the curriculum. You will practise in simulated operating theatres, intensive care units, emergency departments, ambulances, primary care centres and with advanced patient simulators.

Internships starting in the first year (Early Clinical Immersion)

From the beginning of your degree, you will accompany physicians in hospitals and progressively undertake clinical placements and rotations across multiple departments.

Medical Humanities

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s experience of illness in all its dimensions. Training activities include visits to Fontilles, academic trips to Germany and Poland, and bioethics seminars.

MIR (medical exam) results

UFV achieves outstanding results in MIR pass rates and in the allocation of specialist training positions across different editions of the examination.

Research with cutting-edge technology

You will have access to 400 m² of laboratories equipped with advanced technology, including flow cytometry, multiphoton microscopy, cell and microbial cultures, molecular analysis and mass spectrometry.

Network of agreements

The programme is supported by agreements with eight public and private university hospitals, 16 health centres and specialised units in areas such as psychiatry, oncology, traumatology, palliative care and geriatrics, as well as international partnerships.

Recognised teaching

UFV ranks among the leading Spanish universities in teaching and learning according to the CYD ranking.

Complement with business acumen

You may choose to complete a minor in Business Management to gain a strategic perspective on the healthcare sector and broaden your professional profile.

International exchange

We have more than 200 exchange agreements across Europe, Asia and the Americas

Learn new ways to lead and manage effectively. On campus, you will also share your academic experience with students from around the world.

8.4/10

Student rating for international experience

Campus life

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Student societies

Choose from more than 30 student societies covering a wide range of interests.

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Sports

Represent UFV and compete in the University Championships. UFV is the only university with a sports talent incubator.

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Social action

Contribute to positive social change through initiatives that encourage engagement, responsibility, and meaningful interaction with others.

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Pastoral care

Support your personal and spiritual development through activities, experiences, and opportunities for reflection, helping you better understand yourself and your values.

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Cultural activities

Take part in workshops, artistic initiatives, and cultural events designed to broaden perspectives and foster creativity.

“The atmosphere is clearly distinctive, and the UFV identity is truly reflected in daily life at the University. Working at UFV is an opportunity to share knowledge, conduct research and help train doctors and pharmacists who care about the person behind the illness.”

JUAN PABLO ROMERO

RECIPIENT OF THE TOP DOCTOR AWARD. UFV PROFESSOR

Recognition of excellence

Our awards reflect UFV’s commitment to academic excellence, educational innovation and the holistic development of each student.

First Spanish university for teaching and learning

Source: CUD Ranking, May 2020

7.98/10 average rating for education received

Source: Sondea, Employability Barometer

Ranked among the top three universities for health and wellness

Source: Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

9.1/10 for the values promoted by UFV

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

8.8/10 rating for the experience at our campuses

Source: 2024 Report, undergraduate student experience

Ranked among the 10 Spanish universities with the lowest dropout rates

Source: BBVA U-ranking

Price

Scholarships and study grants

At UFV, we believe in talent and in people. That's why we are one of the universities with the highest percentage of scholarship students. Our Financial Aid Service offers a wide range of scholarships and financial aid support, taking into account academic excellence, individual talents, and personal circumstances.

Total tuition fee

€20,400

Initial payment: €2,500

Second initial payment: €1,000

Monthly payment: €1,690

Answering your questions

How much does the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine cost at UFV?

The total price for the first year of the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine at UFV is €20,400. This amount is divided into an initial payment of €2,500, a second initial payment of €1,000, followed by ten monthly instalments of €1,690.

What does the admission process for the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine involve?

To become a student at UFV, you must pass the University’s entrance examinations. For more information about the admission process, click here.

How long the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine?

The Bachelor's Degree in Medicine at UFV lasts six academic years.

What are the career opportunities for graduates of the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine?

In Spain, the Bachelor's Degree in Medicine provides direct access to the MIR examination, which allows graduates to undertake specialist medical training through a residency contract in public and private healthcare institutions.

Graduates may pursue career paths such as:

Clinical practice in healthcare settings
Military medicine
University teaching
Biomedical and clinical research
Hospital management and healthcare administration
Business management within the pharmaceutical industry
Legal and forensic medicine
Humanitarian and international medical work

How much does a doctor earn in Spain?

According to market data, the average gross annual salary for a doctor in Spain is approximately €50,000, although this may vary depending on speciality and level of experience.

Further information

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