Program Overview

Introduction to the Degree in Medicine

The Degree in Medicine offered by the University of Alicante provides comprehensive training, ensuring the graduation of professionals with the necessary scientific knowledge to perform activities related to health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. This degree program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue further specialized training in any branch of medicine.

Objectives of the Degree

The primary objective of the Degree in Medicine is to form professionals with a deep understanding of all areas related to biochemistry and molecular biology, as well as bioanalytical and biomedical activities. The ultimate goal is for students to acquire the conceptual, manual, and technical tools necessary to understand and apply this knowledge, along with adequate clinical experience that prepares them for the subsequent practice of the profession.

Structure of the Studies

The study plan for the Degree in Medicine at the University of Alicante consists of 360 ECTS credits, distributed over 6 courses, each with 60 ECTS credits, and further divided into two semesters of 30 ECTS credits. The plan includes all the theoretical and practical training that a student must acquire.

Distribution of Credits by Type of Subject

• Basic Training (FB): 90 credits
• Compulsory Subjects (OB): 198 credits
• Supervised Practices/Clinical Practices: 54 credits
• Optional Subjects (OP): 12 credits
• Final Degree Project: 6 credits
• Total Credits: 360

Characteristics of the Degree

The Degree in Medicine at the University of Alicante will provide students with the basic training necessary to face the challenges of modern medicine, considering the latest advances in biomedical research, the application of new technologies, and the development of new treatments for diseases. It places special emphasis on the foundations of care medicine, including patient care, knowledge of diseases, diagnosis and treatment, the basics of good clinical practice, efficient decision-making, rational use of resources, disease prevention, and the concept of public health and international health.

Resources and Facilities

For the implementation of the Degree in Medicine, the University of Alicante has available the general infrastructure of the university, as well as the specific infrastructure and equipment of the Faculty of Health Sciences. This includes laboratories for practical training, a laboratory for skills practices, a hospitalization area for adults and pediatric care, an area for experiential learning, and a control room for laboratories.

Continuing Education

After completing the degree, students can continue their studies at the master's level. The University of Alicante offers master's programs in all areas of knowledge.

Professional Outcomes

Graduates in Medicine can develop their professional activity in different areas, including assistance, teaching, and research, as well as in the pharmaceutical industry and health management. The possibility of accessing the labor market is high, both in the Valencian Community and nationally and internationally.

• Metge intern resident (MIR) leading to Medical Specialties and the Public Health System
• Teaching
• Research
• Health administration
• Forensic medicine
• Prison medical corps
• Private health
• Medical advisors
• International health organizations
• NGOs
• Military health

Scholarships and Aid

Information on existing means to facilitate access to university studies for those who wish to undertake them is available through the University of Alicante's scholarship and aid programs.

University Life

More information about the campus and activities or resources organized by or related to the University of Alicante can be found through the university's website and student services.