Principles Of Global 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 Principles Of Global Health program at the University of Barcelona is a non-degree course for students who want to learn about global health. It takes one year to complete and is taught in English. This program helps students acquire the knowledge foundations needed to address health issues from a global and transdisciplinary approach.

The curriculum includes modules on global health fundamentals, using a participative methodology based on case studies, problem solving, and debate. Students learn about health issues from a global perspective and develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, and communication. The program requires the completion of 30 ECTS over 5 months of study.

Graduates of this program can work as Global Health Specialists, Health Program Managers, Public Health Researchers, Health Policy Analysts, or International Health Coordinators. They can find jobs in health organizations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations.