Overview

The Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea Medikuntza eta Erizaintza Fakultatea, or the University of the Basque Country Faculty of Medicine and Nursing, is located in Leioa, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. Established in 1980, the faculty offers a Bachelor of Medicine (Grado en Medicina), Bachelor of Nursing (Grado en Enfermería), Master’s programs in medical and health sciences (e.g., Master in Biomedical Research, Master in Nursing), and PhD programs in medical and health sciences. It is accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Vocational Training and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).

Programs Offered

The University of the Basque Country Faculty of Medicine and Nursing provides the following programs:
– Bachelor of Medicine (Grado en Medicina)
– Bachelor of Nursing (Grado en Enfermería)
– Master’s programs in medical and health sciences (e.g., Master in Biomedical Research, Master in Nursing)
– PhD programs in medical and health sciences

Accreditation and Recognition

The faculty holds accreditation from the Spanish Ministry of Education and Vocational Training. Its programs are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).

Global Standing

The University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) is ranked #701-750 in the QS World University Rankings 2023.

Enrollment and Tuition Fees

The faculty enrolls approximately 1,500-2,000 students across all programs. Tuition fees are structured as follows:
– Bachelor of Medicine: Approximately €1,000-€2,000 per year for EU students; higher fees for non-EU students.
– Bachelor of Nursing: Approximately €800-€1,500 per year for EU students; higher fees for non-EU students.

Application Requirements

Prospective students must meet the following requirements:
– High school diploma or equivalent with strong academic performance in science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics).
– Proficiency in Spanish or Basque (DELE or equivalent language test scores for non-native speakers).
– Submission of academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
– Entrance examination (Selectividad or equivalent for international students).

Admissions

The University of the Basque Country Faculty of Medicine and Nursing admits both male and female students. International students are welcome to apply. For inquiries, contact the admissions office at medikuntza.fakultatea@ehu.eus.

Contact Information

For further information, reach out to the admissions team via email at medikuntza.fakultatea@ehu.eus.