Global Environmental Health

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a historic public research university founded in 1450, located in the vibrant city of Barcelona. With some 63,000 students and a significant international population, UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts and humanities, law, health sciences, social sciences and STEM fields. Its city-centered campuses combine historic buildings and modern facilities, giving students access to libraries, labs, research centers and cultural life in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

UB is known for research excellence and international collaboration, with notable strengths in law, medicine, economics and business. Students benefit from comprehensive academic support, structured degree programs, and opportunities for internships with local and international employers. Multilingual instruction and language support help international students integrate, while study abroad exchanges and research partnerships create pathways for global mobility and collaborative projects.

Student life at UB blends academic rigor with Barcelona’s cultural richness: museums, industry hubs, startups and a large creative sector provide internship and networking possibilities. Career services, student organizations and campus resources assist with practical matters like housing and legal documentation. For international applicants seeking a large, research-led European university with strong professional links, UB combines historic prestige, modern facilities and an engaging urban experience.

The Global Environmental Health program at the University of Barcelona is a non-degree course for students with a Bachelor's degree. It lasts one year and is taught in English, helping students understand environmental health issues in different countries.

Students learn about methodologies and tools to assess environmental exposure, epidemiology, and health impact of various pollutants. They also gain hands-on experience with case studies from low- to high-income countries, developing skills in data analysis and research.

After completing this program, students can pursue careers as Environmental Health Specialists, Air Quality Managers, Water Pollution Control Engineers, or Public Health Researchers, working for organizations like the World Health Organization or government environmental agencies.