Program Overview

University Master in Research in Health Sciences

The Master's Degree in Research in Health Sciences is a comprehensive program that aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct research in the field of health sciences.

Syllabus Summary

The program consists of 60 credits, divided into two semesters. The first semester includes 30 credits of compulsory subjects, while the second semester includes 30 credits of compulsory and optional subjects.

• Compulsory (OB): 36 credits
• Optativas (OP): 12 credits
• Trabajo Fin de MŠster (OB): 12 credits

Distribution per Semester

• Semester 1:
  • Total credits offered: 36
  • Total ECTS to be taken: 30
  • SUBJECT | TYPE | ECTS
    • SCIENTIFIC DOCUMENTATION AND FORMULATION OF RESEARCH QUESTIONS AND HYPOTHESES | OB | 3
    • RESEARCH DESIGN | OB | 6
    • MEDICINE AND DATA COLLECTION | OB | 4
    • APPROACHES AND METHODS OF QUALITATIVE RESEARCH | OB | 5
    • BIOSTATISTICS | OB | 6
    • HISTORY AND CULTURE OF CARE | OP | 6
    • ADVANCES IN RESEARCH IN NURSING AND COMMUNITY HEALTH | OP |
• Semester 2:
  • Total credits offered: 36
  • Total ECTS to be taken: 30
  • SUBJECT | TYPE | ECTS
    • QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS | OB | 5
    • SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION AND RESEARCH MANAGEMENT | OB | 4
    • ADVANCED EPIDEMIOLOGY | OB | 3
    • HEALTH OUTCOMES EVALUATION | OP | 6
    • PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH AND ACTION | OP | 6
    • WORK ENDS OF SAMPLES | OB | 12

Examination Schedules and Schedules

The university approves the academic calendar each year, which includes the periods of lectures and exams. The schedules and exam dates for each subject can be found on the master's website.

Title Skills

The program aims to provide students with the following competencies:

• Ability to design and develop research projects in the field of health sciences
• Ability to analyze and interpret data in the field of health sciences
• Ability to communicate research results effectively
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other professionals in the field of health sciences

Mobility and Exchange Programs

The university offers various mobility programs, including SICUE, ERASMUS, and GLOBAL, which allow students to study abroad and gain international experience.

End of Master Work (TFM)

The final master's project is a compulsory subject that aims to evaluate the student's ability to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the program. The project is individual and original, and is carried out under the supervision of a tutor.

Heads of the Master and Teaching Staff

The master's program is directed by a team of experienced professors and researchers in the field of health sciences. The program has a quality assurance system in place, which ensures the coordination of teaching and the quality of the program.

Standards of Interest

The university has various regulations and norms that govern the program, including the regulations of permanence and continuation of master studies, the regulations of evaluation of learning, and the regulations of curriculum adaptation.

Recognition and Transfer of Credits

The university recognizes and transfers credits from other official studies, allowing students to access the program with previously acquired credits.

Other Academic Issues of Interest to Students

The university offers various services and resources to support students, including academic guidance, research support, and representation and participation in university governance.

Supplementary Information

The university provides additional information on various topics, including the university identification card, associations, accommodation, transportation, dining rooms and cafeterias, emergency medical care, and insurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The university has a frequently asked questions section that provides answers to common questions and concerns.

Center

The program is offered by the Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, which has a long tradition of excellence in teaching and research in the field of health sciences.