Campus & Infrastructure

The Sant Cugat campus is a technical powerhouse focused on practical immersion. It moves away from the traditional lecture-only format in favor of experimental spaces.

• CISA (Advanced Simulation Center): A world-class facility spanning over 1,000 $m^2$. It replicates a real hospital with ER units, operating rooms, and consultation offices. Students practice using high-fidelity mannequins and "standardized patients" (actors) from their very first year.

• Surgical & Functional Anatomy Unit: A state-of-the-art lab for dissection and anatomical study, essential for the first two years of the degree.

Integrated Labs: Specialized spaces for bioengineering, biomechanics, and exercise physiology.

Healthcare Pillar: Teaching Hospitals

UIC Barcelona operates on a unique integration model. Because the campus is located within a hospital, students live the reality of clinical life every day.

• Hospital Universitari General de Catalunya: The university's main clinical base, located in the same building complex as the classrooms.

• Clínica Cuides UIC Barcelona: The university's own specialized clinic focused on Palliative Care and person-centered support.

Clinical Network: The faculty has agreements with over 40 health centers and hospitals across Catalonia, allowing for over 2,200 hours of clinical practice throughout the degree.

Fee Structure and Costs (Estimated 2025)

As a private university, UIC has its own tuition model. While more expensive than public schools, the fees include access to elite simulation technology and individual tutoring.

Note: Living in Sant Cugat is generally quieter and slightly more expensive than some Barcelona neighborhoods, but it is exceptionally well-connected to the city center via the FGC train (25 minutes).

Student Life: Housing & Dining

The campus is modern and designed for students who spend long hours on-site.

• Accommodation:

• Residència Universitària Barcelona Sant Cugat: Located very close to the campus, offering studio apartments with private kitchens.

• Shared Flats: Many students live in Sant Cugat or nearby Rubí (which is much cheaper) or commute from central Barcelona (Gràcia or Sarrià areas).

• Dining:

The campus canteen offers "Menú del Día" options focused on healthy nutrition for health professionals (approx. €8.00 – €10.00).

Admissions & Entry Requirements

UIC Barcelona has an independent admission process. It does not use the public "Nota de Corte."

1. Entrance Exams: Candidates must pass UIC’s own internal tests (Online or On-campus), which include psychometric evaluations and academic knowledge tests.

2. Academic Record: Your high school GPA (Bachillerato) carries significant weight (typically 70-80% of the final decision).

3. Language: For Medicine, a high level of Spanish is required to ensure success in clinical rotations with patients.

Deadlines: Applications for the September 2026 intake usually open in late 2025 or January 2026.