Studying health allows you to gain qualifications in a field that is fundamental to people’s wellbeing and the functioning of the healthcare system. At UAX, we offer a range of health and healthcare-related courses, from undergraduate degrees to specialisation and research programmes, designed to develop professional skills relating to healthcare provision, prevention, health promotion and the advancement of knowledge in the healthcare sector.
Doctoral Programme in Veterinary Health
Start:
September
Length:
4 years
Doctoral Programme in Clinical and Translational Research in Highly Prevalent Diseases
Start:
September
Length:
4 years
Health studies cover various areas relating to healthcare, research, disease prevention and the promotion of wellbeing. This course enables students to develop the scientific, technical and clinical knowledge required to work in different areas of the healthcare sector. Key skills typically developed in this field include:
This type of training is aimed at those interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare sector, as well as professionals who wish to specialise or broaden their knowledge within the health sector.
The health and healthcare sector offers a range of study pathways depending on your level of specialisation or the stage of your academic or professional career. At UAX, we offer various types of study programmes related to the healthcare sector:
This variety allows you to build a study pathway tailored to different profiles, from students wishing to begin their careers in the healthcare sector to professionals seeking to specialise or advance their academic and scientific careers.
If you have already completed your undergraduate studies or wish to specialise within the healthcare sector, at UAX you can find a range of Master’s programmes designed to provide in-depth study of specific areas of health, clinical practice and healthcare.
These programmes are designed for those seeking to advance professionally, acquire specialised skills and prepare to meet the current needs of the healthcare sector:
Health and healthcare-related studies enable students to pursue a professional career in various fields linked to healthcare provision, research and the promotion of wellbeing. Key career opportunities include:
The growth of the healthcare sector, advances in medical research and the rising demand for specialised professionals are creating new career opportunities in fields linked to healthcare provision, innovation in health and improving the well-being of the population.
At UAX, we have a strong track record in university-level education in the field of health and healthcare. Our degree programmes are designed to prepare professionals capable of working in a variety of healthcare settings, combining scientific training, the development of clinical skills and a practical understanding of the healthcare sector.
The quality of our health sciences programmes has also been recognised in various national rankings. According to the ConSalud.es 2025 ranking, we are the number one private university in Spain for studying Veterinary Medicine and the most innovative private university in Spain for studying Medicine. Furthermore, our healthcare degree programmes stand out in various sector-specific rankings: Dentistry ranks amongst the best degree programmes in the country according to ConSalud, and Nursing is ranked amongst the top two degree programmes in Spain.
Added to this is the recognition of our students’ employability. According to the BBVA Foundation’s U-Ranking 2023, UAX ranks first amongst Spanish universities for employability, reflecting our focus on linking university education to the real needs of the healthcare sector and the labour market.
If you are interested in the healthcare sector, there are various training options available, such as undergraduate degrees, master’s degrees, vocational training, specialisation programmes and PhDs. These qualifications enable you to pursue a career in various fields related to healthcare, research or health service management.
One of the most common options is to study for a university degree in a health sciences-related subject. There are also vocational training programmes and specialist courses designed to prepare students for careers in various areas of the healthcare sector.
This type of training is aimed at people interested in healthcare, caring for others and the workings of the healthcare system. It is also suitable for those wishing to pursue a career in hospitals, clinics or healthcare centres.
Healthcare studies combine scientific, technical and practical knowledge. This involves learning about anatomy, physiology, healthcare procedures and clinical care, and therefore requires an interest in science and healthcare.
Health studies can open up career opportunities in fields such as healthcare, health sciences research, healthcare management, and the development of programmes aimed at promoting wellbeing and preventing disease.
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