| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master's in Omics Data Analysis from UVic trains students to analyze large biomedical and molecular datasets using statistical and bioinformatics techniques, preparing them for careers in research, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Classes are taught in English, in-person or 100% online, with a methodology that incorporates collaboration with industry partners. The program is designed to provide entry into doctoral studies.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master's in Omics Data Analysis aims to train professionals capable of efficiently analyzing large genetic and molecular datasets. It addresses the increasing use of high-performance omics techniques in biomedical research, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology, and the growing demand for skilled professionals in this area. The program provides knowledge of key omics data acquisition and analysis techniques, enabling students to analyze data using statistical and bioinformatics tools. The teaching methodology incorporates collaboration with research centers and companies to cover a wide range of applications. Classes are taught in English and can be followed in person in Barcelona (October to March, Monday to Friday, 3 pm to 7 pm) or 100% online via pre-recorded videos. It's described as a professional and research-oriented program leading to entry into a PhD in Experimental Sciences and Technology.
Teaching:
The program uses a methodology that includes collaboration with research centers and companies in the field. Classes are taught in English. The in-person modality takes place in Barcelona from October to March, Monday to Thursday, from 3 pm to 7 pm at BAU: C. de Pujades, 118, Barcelona. The online modality uses pre-recorded videos and online exams.
Careers:
The Master's is presented as a professional program with ample job opportunities.
Other:
The Master's degree in Omics Data Analysis is offered by UVic (Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya). The program is described as having distinctive features including being a professional program with many job opportunities and accreditation for doctoral studies.
The University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC) was established to continue the rich university tradition of Vic, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a public university under private management, serving the region through teaching, research, and knowledge transfer. UVic-UCC focuses on providing comprehensive student education and emphasizes creativity, professionalism, and social responsibility. It also has a strong international orientation and is deeply connected to the cultural, social, and economic progress of Catalonia.
University Organization: The university's academic and research activities are organized through faculties and various centers:
- Faculties: Business and Communication Studies, Education, Translation, Sport and Psychology, Health Sciences and Welfare, Science, Technology, and Engineering, and Medicine (federated).
- Centers: Teknós, Doctoral School, Educational Innovation and Training Centre (CIFE), Language School, and Postgraduate School.
Key Milestones:
- 1997: UVic is officially recognized by the Catalan Parliament after 280 years. This marks the restoration of the University of Vic, which had been suppressed in 1717.
- 2002: The University Clinic of Manresa is founded.
- 2011: Merging of the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Humanities, Translation, and Documentation to form a new Faculty of Education, Translation, and Humanities.
- 2013: Federation with Bages University Foundation, which leads to the creation of UVic-UCC.
- 2014: UVic-UCC partners with the Vic Hospital Consortium to create the University Hospital of Vic.
- 2017: Approval of the Faculty of Medicine with campuses in Vic and Manresa.
- 2020: Federation agreement with the Elisava University School Private Foundation.
Historical Background:
- 1599: The Literary University of Vic is founded under the privilege of granting degrees in Arts and Philosophy by King Philip III.
- 1717: The university is suppressed by King Philip V as part of the repercussions of the War of Spanish Succession.
- 19th Century: Vic becomes a significant cultural center during the Renaixença, a Catalan cultural revival, and the city’s Seminary educates over a thousand students.
The university’s history reflects its enduring role in higher education, with ongoing efforts to foster innovation and contribute to both local and international knowledge. UVic-UCC continues to play an important role in advancing the educational and research landscape in Catalonia.
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