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Overview
Biomedical Research at Pompeu Fabra University helps students acquire advanced conceptual and experimental knowledge of the molecular and cellular foundations for cellular processes and dysfunctions involved in physiological function and disease and to teach them to apply this knowledge to basic and biomedical research.
Who is it for?
Candidates will typically hold an undergraduate degree in:
- biology
- biochemistry
- biotechnology.
However, students with undergraduate degrees in medicine, chemistry, engineering, pharmacy and nursing have also successfully completed the programme. Students must have a solid grounding in and/or ability to grasp and work with the concepts of cell function and molecular interactions (proteins, nucleic acids).
Career prospects:
The primary aim of this master's programme is to serve as a starting point for a doctoral thesis. Most of the students who complete the master's degree (more than 80%) continue on to the doctoral programme.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Genes and Cell Function
- Cell Communication: from
- Molecules to Diseases
- Genomes and Systems
- Model Organisms in Biomedicine
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
72
PTE Academic 59
OTE 111
IELTS 5.5
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Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Barcelona, Spain
Disciplines
Biomedical Science View 10 other Masters in Biomedical Science in SpainWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
72
PTE Academic 59
OTE 111
IELTS 5.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Official undergraduate degree/diploma
- Academic transcript of the accredited official training with the average grade at the university of origin.
- Curriculum Vitae
- A letter of motivation in English (400 to 600 words).
- A letter of acceptance into a Research Group in order to carry out the master's internship.
- a) If you have already been accepted to a research group for doing the master research practicum, please provide the acceptance letter by the group's supervisor/director.
- b) If you do not have a host research group at the time of registering, you must indicate your first 5 choices, in order of preference, from the list of groups offered by the BIOMED master.
- Identity Card or Passport.
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents5750 EUR / year≈ 5750 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals1302 EUR / year≈ 1302 EUR / year
Additional Details
- Non-EU students: 5,749.8 €
Living costs
Barcelona
Spain
770 - 1360 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biomedical Research.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
24000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Becas Fulbright - Realización De Master
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Novus Biologicals Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
R&D Systems Scholarship
Merit-based
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