Official qualification
Online
Leading healthcare transformation with scientific evidence and artificial intelligence.
In a healthcare environment saturated with information, the differential value is not in accumulating data, but in knowing what to do with it. This master's degree is designed to train the new leaders in healthcare R&D&I, enabling you to design rigorous research, master advanced analysis and apply artificial intelligence with ethical and strategic criteria.
This Master’s programme goes a step further than traditional programmes focused exclusively on biostatistics or clinical research. It integrates research methodology, advanced data analysis, digital health and innovation management into a single strategic approach, preparing you to design, evaluate and lead projects in real-world healthcare settings.
You will learn to master quantitative, qualitative and mixed methodologies, applying advanced statistical analysis and computational tools such as R, Python and Big Data environments. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, you will delve into data science and artificial intelligence applied to healthcare, managing information in accordance with ethical and reproducible standards.
The programme combines scientific rigour, professional applicability and a strategic vision of the healthcare system. You will not only learn to conduct research, but also to turn knowledge into actionable innovation. Upon completion, you will be equipped to link scientific evidence with organisational improvement, digital transformation and decision-making, positioning yourself as a highly sought-after hybrid professional, capable of leading healthcare R&D&I.
Its cross-disciplinary nature across the entire field of Health Sciences creates an interdisciplinary environment aligned with how projects are currently carried out in hospitals, research centres and companies within the sector. The master’s programme does not include external work placements, allowing you to devote yourself fully to mastering the tools and methodologies that will be key to your professional development.
The programme equips you with the technical and strategic skills most in demand in healthcare research and innovation. The advanced training you will acquire positions you to progress to doctoral studies with a solid foundation, enhancing your research and academic prospects.
This micro-credential equips you to use tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and Claude to analyse information, create content and optimise professional tasks, whilst integrating innovative solutions in an ethical and responsible manner within real-world contexts.
Develop your professional potential through leadership and interpersonal skills in healthcare settings. This micro-credential provides you with the keys to managing teams, communicating effectively and solving problems in real-world settings, by applying personal leadership techniques and practical productivity tools in the healthcare sector.
Master's Degree in Research Methodology and Innovation in Health Sciences
Year 1
FIRST FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132600 | Marco metodológico de la investigación e innovación en ciencias de la salud. | OB | 6 |
| SM132601 | Métodos en investigación cuantitativa en ciencias de la salud. | OB | 6 |
| SM132602 | Métodos y análisis de datos en investigación cualitativa en ciencias de la salud. | OB | 6 |
| SM132603 | Estadística avanzada aplicada a investigación en salud. | OB | 6 |
| SM132604 | Ciencia de datos y programación aplicada a la salud. | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
SECOND FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132605 | Aplicaciones integradoras de Big data, Inteligencia Artificial y salud digital a la investigación en salud. | OB | 6 |
| SM132606 | Diseño y evaluación de proyectos de innovación sanitaria. | OB | 6 |
| SM132607 | Gestión de la Innovación y Transferencia. | OB | 6 |
| SM132608 | Ética, legalidad y buenas prácticas en investigación e innovación sanitaria. | OB | 3 |
| SM132609 | Redacción científica y comunicación de resultados. | OB | 3 |
| SM132610 | Trabajo Fin de Máster | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
The main reason why at UAX there are students like you is the possibility of making your personal, professional and academic life compatible. Our differential value is a methodology without barriers, focused on you and your desire to learn.
How is our methodology?
In addition, you will have the complete availability of our campus in Madrid, to carry out your formalities, solve your doubts and enjoy the facilities it offers.
Our degree is official, verified by the Council of Universities and fully valid in Spain, as well as in the European Higher Education Area.
It is recognised by the Education Systems of Latin America, being recognised and approved by the different Ministries of Education in Latin America:
SENESCYT, MEN (MinEducation), SEP, Mescyt, among others, automatically.
Are you a forward-thinking health professional? This master's degree is designed for graduates looking to specialise in research methodology and innovation to make a difference in the sector.
The programme is aimed at graduates in Health Sciences such as:
In order to ensure optimal use, it is recommended to have a basic knowledge of statistics, an understanding of the scientific research process and basic use of digital tools.
Do you have any doubts about your profile or the entry requirements? Ask for information and an advisor will give you personalised guidance.
The master's degree does not include compulsory external internships. Its design focuses on an eminently practical approach through active methodologies such as project-based learning, the case method and simulation environments, which allow you to face complex real-world situations from the virtual classroom.
This structure allows you to fully dedicate yourself to mastering the tools and methodologies that will be key to your professional development, without the need to combine your timetable with external stays.
At UAX we value your previous experience. If you already have experience or training in the field of health research and innovation, you can apply for credit recognition:
The study of validations is carried out on a personalised basis, analysing each case to determine the number of credits that can be recognised.
Do you think you are eligible for validation? Ask for information and an advisor will analyse your specific case without obligation.
The flexibility of online learning, with opportunities to connect
Take your exams online wherever you are or, if you prefer, in person at our designated centres in Spain and Latin America, subject to availability and capacity.
What’s more, as a student at UAX Online, you’ll have access to our Campus Hubs – a network of exclusive physical spaces where you can study, access libraries, work in co-working areas and connect with other students. Because studying online doesn’t mean studying alone.
Campus Hubs available in: Alcobendas, Alcorcón, Valencia San Vicente, Murcia, Barcelona, Málaga, Seville and Arganda.
Access is via your UAX student card, subject to availability and the opening hours of each centre.
Work with the technological ecosystem that is shaping the present and future of health research. Throughout the master’s programme, you will master the tools and software most in demand in the sector, developing practical skills that can be applied immediately in your professional career.
All fields are required
Scholarships and Financial Support for Studying at UAX
We know that studying is an investment. That’s why we want to remove financial barriers and make things easier for you. Fill in the form and let our advisers help you discover the scholarships, agreements and personalised financial support that best suit your situation.
Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport
Find out about the scholarships and grants offered by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport, categorised by type and level of education.
Attracting Pre-doctoral Research Talent
Financial support for outstanding students who wish to carry out innovative research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their disciplines.
Students from Ibero-America
This programme is aimed at Ibero-American citizens or foreign nationals legally resident in countries within the OEI’s sphere of influence. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
If you’ve already decided to take the plunge, enrol early and benefit from a direct grant. It’s a way of rewarding your commitment and giving you a head start in planning your future.
Students from Ecuador
This programme is aimed at citizens with Ecuadorian nationality and/or residence who wish to study an online master’s degree in Spain. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
Community of Madrid
Financial support for students with a disability of 33 per cent or more who are studying at universities or higher education institutions specialising in the arts in the Community of Madrid.
2025, 2nd Edition
Grants for students on higher-level vocational training, undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s programmes enrolled at Spanish universities with a Santander agreement. A financial supplement to support you whilst undertaking your work placements.
If you graduated from UAX and are now thinking of studying for a new degree, we want to continue supporting you. That’s why we’re offering you a 10 per cent discount on tuition fees.
If you have an immediate family member (up to the second degree of kinship) enrolled at UAX, you can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees. Because studying as a family is even better.
Studying for two degrees at the same time is a challenge, and we want to support you. If you’re already at UAX and enrol on a second degree programme, you’ll be eligible for a grant towards your booking fee and tuition fees.
If you’d like to continue your studies with us and progress from vocational training to a bachelor’s degree, from one bachelor’s degree to another, or from a bachelor’s degree to a postgraduate degree, we’re here to support you with a grant covering up to 25 per cent of your tuition fees.
If you have a strong academic record, we would like to recognise your talent with a scholarship designed for new students. (Excludes the degree in Medicine).
If you’re a high-performance athlete, at UAX we want to help you balance your passion with your studies. We offer specific grants that can cover up to 50% of your tuition fees.
That’s what the rankings say
Alfonso X el Sabio University (UAX) is among the best universities in Spain according to the leading rankings.
UAX obtains the highest rating of 5 stars and the overall "Excellent" badge for Employability, Teaching, Academic Development, Facilities, Online Teaching and Good Governance in the prestigious international QS Stars rating.
Forbes ranks UAX as the private university with the most graduates working in its area (nearly 90%), thanks to a unique educational model firmly linked to the labour market through more than 8,800 agreements with companies.
According to the Forbes 2025 List, UAX is positioned in the TOP 2 Spanish Universities in the adoption of Generative AI in the training of its students, developing innovative learning tools and models aligned with technological evolution.
UAX is recognised as the second most innovative university in Spain, the only private university among the top three in the ranking. This recognition highlights our transversal commitment to AI and training in sustainability.
UAX is positioned in the TOP 3 Universities in Online Training in Spain, standing out in excellence, new technologies and offering a personalized learning experience focused on a global development of professional skills.
The prestigious ranking of the BBVA Foundation and the IVIE recognises us as the university with the best job placement in Spain in 2023, consolidating our model focused on the real employability of our graduates.
Other related qualifications
