Program Overview

Health Science Foundation Year

The Health Science Foundation Year is a one-year programme designed by Universidad Europea de Madrid to help students discover their true healthcare vocation.

Study Plan

The programme is designed to offer an insight into different areas of health sciences, allowing the student to decide what to study at degree level. The curriculum includes subjects such as:

• Cell and genetic biology
• Human anatomy
• Pathophysiology
• Biostatistics

Structure

• Basic Sciences (24 ECTS)
  • Structure and Function I (6 ECTS)
  • Structure and Function II (6 ECTS)
  • Applied Biostatistics (6 ECTS)
  • Cellular Biology and Genetics (6 ECTS)
• Communication Skills (9 ECTS)
  • Management Skills and Team Leadership (3 ECTS)
  • Psychology and Communication Skills (6 ECTS)
• Modern Language (12 ECTS)
  • Modern Language I (6 ECTS)
  • Modern Language II (3 ECTS)
  • Documentation (3 ECTS)
• Research Applied to Life Sciences (6 ECTS)
  • Research Methodology (6 ECTS)
• Simulation Practicum (9 ECTS)
  • Simulated practice I (2 ECTS)
  • Simulated practice II (2 ECTS)
  • Simulated practice III (2 ECTS)
  • First Aid and CPR (3 ECTS)

Academic Calendar

• Start: 15 September 2025
• Duration: 1 year

Internships

• External internship rules
• Curricular internships are included in the study plan
• Extracurricular internships are available on a voluntary basis

Admissions

• Admission exams
• Place reservation
• Enrollment

Profile for Prospective Students

• The Health Science Foundation Year is aimed at students who legally meet the university's eligibility requirements and wish to study healthcare sciences, but are unsure as to which discipline they would like to specialise in.

Admissions Process

1. Documentation
   • Proof of passing the entrance exam
   • Two photocopies of ID
   • Administrative student file transfer
   • Proof of payment of the admission fee
2. Entrance exam
   • Skills and abilities test
   • General knowledge test
   • Language assessment test
   • Personal interview
3. Reserve your spot
   • Respond within seven days of receiving the admissions letter
4. Registration
   • Open a university file prior to registration

Regulations on Credit Transfer and Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Health Science Foundation year in Spain?
  • The Health Science Foundation year in Spain is a one-year programme at Universidad Europea designed to provide students with an introduction to the fundamentals of healthcare sciences.
• What do I study on a Health Foundation course?
  • The programme is designed to offer an insight into different areas of health sciences, allowing the student to decide what to study at degree level.
• How long is a health foundation course?
  • The Health Science Foundation Course at Universidad Europea lasts for one year and consists of 60 ECTS.
• What can I do after a health foundation course?
  • After you finish the programme, you will be able to decide what health sciences degree you would like to specialise in.