Pharmaceutical And Biotechnical Industry

Tuition fees are 29,000 EUR per year, and the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 1, 2027.

The Pharmaceutical And Biotechnical Industry program at the University of Barcelona is a non-degree course for students who want to learn about the pharmaceutical industry. It takes one year to complete and is taught in English. This program helps students understand the process of developing pharmaceutical and biotechnological products.

The curriculum covers the challenges and problems in the development of these products. Students learn about technology and new commercial structures and financing methods that help with drug discovery, clinical development, and patient access to new therapies. The program includes hands-on components to give students practical experience.

Graduates of this program can work as Pharmaceutical Researchers, Biotechnologists, Clinical Trial Managers, Regulatory Affairs Specialists, or Quality Control Managers. They can find jobs in pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, or government agencies.

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.