Universidad de Oviedo Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud

Campus & Infrastructure

The faculty is situated in the El Cristo neighborhood, creating a concentrated health sciences district that serves as the heart of medical life in Oviedo.

• Strategic Layout: The campus aggregates the schools of Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Dentistry, fostering an interdisciplinary environment from day one.

• Modern Facilities:

• Simulated Hospital: A cutting-edge training ground where students practice emergency interventions, surgeries, and patient interactions using high-fidelity simulators before entering clinical rotations.

• Anatomy & Dissection Suites: Sophisticated labs designed for foundational morphological studies.

• Research Synergy: The faculty shares close proximity with the IUOPA (Oncology Institute) and the ISPA (Health Research Institute of Asturias), allowing students to witness the transition from lab-based research to patient-side application.

Clinical Pillar: The HUCA Connection

The defining feature of the University of Oviedo is its partnership with the Central University Hospital of Asturias (HUCA).

• A Leading Tertiary Center: HUCA is widely considered one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in Spain. Its state-of-the-art infrastructure serves as the primary "classroom" for medical students starting in their third year.

• Integrated Research: The physical link between the hospital and the faculty ensures that academic learning is never detached from clinical reality.

• Specialized Rotations: In addition to HUCA, students gain exposure to community health through a network of urban health centers and regional hospitals like Cabueñes (Gijón) and San Agustín (Avilés).

Fee Structure and Costs (Estimated 2025)

As a public institution, UNIOVI offers some of the most competitive tuition rates in the country, especially for European residents.

Note: Asturias is known for its high quality of life and significantly lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan hubs like Madrid or Barcelona.

Student Life: Housing & Dining

• Accommodation (Hostel):

• San Gregorio University Residence: The university’s flagship residence, located right on the El Cristo campus.

• micampus Oviedo: A popular private student residence located just 350 meters from the faculty, offering full-board options (meals included) and modern amenities like a gym and study pods.

• Private Rentals: Many students rent shared flats in the El Cristo or Llamaquique areas. A private room typically costs between €300 and €350 per month.

• Dining (Mess):

• The faculty canteen provides affordable, healthy lunch menus (the "Menú del Día") for approximately €6.50.

• Full-board residences include three meals a day, six to seven days a week.

Admissions & International Entry

Admission is strictly competitive and depends on the Nota de Corte (Cut-off Score).

1. High Stakes: Medicine consistently requires a score above 13.0 out of 14.0 on the Spanish entrance scale.

2. UNEDasiss: For international applicants, you must validate your high school credentials through the UNEDasiss portal.

3. PCE Exams: To be competitive, most foreign students take the Specific Competency Tests (PCE) in Biology and Chemistry to boost their total score.

4. Language: Proof of B2/C1 Spanish (DELE/SIELE) is essential, as patient interaction and all coursework are conducted in Spanish.