Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche Facultad de Medicina

Campus & Scientific Infrastructure

The Faculty of Medicine is not located in the city of Elche, but on the dedicated Sant Joan d’Alacant Campus, situated right next to the University Hospital.

• Specialized Facilities:

• Institute of Neurosciences (IN): A joint research center between UMH and CSIC, widely recognized as a premier center for brain research in Europe.

• Drug Dependence Research Institute (INID): Focused on multidisciplinary studies of substance abuse and behavioral addictions.

• Dissection Halls & Labs: Modern facilities for anatomy and clinical skills, including specialized labs for occupational therapy and podiatry.

• Libraries: The campus features a specialized Health Sciences library with extensive digital access to biomedical journals and clinical databases.

Clinical Pillar: Teaching Hospitals

Training at UMH is highly clinical, utilizing a network of major tertiary hospitals in the Alicante province.

• University Hospital of Sant Joan d’Alacant: The primary teaching base, located directly on campus.

• General University Hospital of Alicante: One of the largest hospitals in Spain, providing a massive variety of clinical cases.

• General University Hospital of Elche: A key referral center for the southern part of the province.

University Hospital of Torrevieja: Provides exposure to a highly international patient population.

Fee Structure and Costs (Estimated 2025)

As a public university in the Valencian Community, tuition is based on credits.

Note: Living in Sant Joan d'Alacant or the city of Alicante is generally more affordable than Madrid or Barcelona, and the campus is well-connected by tram and bus.

Student Life: Accommodation & Dining

• Accommodation:

• University Managed Housing: UMH provides guidance for students looking for shared flats in Sant Joan or Alicante.

• Private Residences: Many students live in private student halls in Alicante city (15-20 mins away by tram) where rooms range from €350 to €550/month.

• Dining (Mess):

The Sant Joan campus has a university cafeteria with subsidized prices for students. A full "Menú del Día" typically costs between €6.00 and €8.00.

Admissions & International Entry

1. Entrance Grade: Admission is strictly based on the "Nota de Corte." For Medicine at UMH, this is usually very high, typically above 13.2 out of 14.0.

2. UNEDasiss: International students with non-Spanish diplomas must validate their records through the UNEDasiss portal.

3. PCE Exams: To be competitive, it is necessary to take Specific Competency Tests (PCE) in Biology and Chemistry.

4. Deadlines: Applications for the 2025/26 academic year usually open in June 2025.