Objectives and competences

This postgraduate course is designed for Latin American graduates in medicine or nursing who want to refine their skills in the care of acute critically ill patients. It covers theoretical knowledge based on the continuum of care of a critically ill patient, from pre-hospital emergencies to hospital care in an intensive care unit involving different disciplines. It culminates in a Specialization Diploma awarded by the University of Barcelona.

Basic information

TypePostgraduate courses
CertificateSpecialization diploma
Faculty or schoolFacultat de Medicina i Ciències de la Salut
Branch of knowledge
  • Medicine and dentistry
  • Nursing
Mode of deliveryDistance
Credits30
Length of course1 academic year
Language(s) of instructionSpanish
Enrolment fee:First year: 1.200,00 €
An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee
In-company placement(s):Yes
Classes begin:01/02/2025
E-mailmce@ub.edu
Master's degree course homepage www.ub.edu/medicina/masters/mce
ManagmentNicolas Arfelis, Josep Maria
Open pre-enrolmentNo
Lead to doctoral studiesNo
Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification:Yes

Objectives and competences

Objectives

- Improve the knowledge required for the care of the critically ill and for an emergency situation.
- Know the standards supported by scientific evidence for the treatment of patients with acute problems.

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

Graduates in medicine or nursing. No previous experience in the care of critically ill patients and in emergency situations is required.

Access requirements and conditions

The course is also open to students with no prior university education, who will acquire the same knowledge and skills and receive a specific qualification for their learner group. Information on the access requirements and other conditions can be obtained from the course directors.

Pre-enrolment

Contact us

Faculty or school where the course is taught


Address:FACULTAT DE MEDICINA
CARRER CASANOVA 143

08036 - BARCELONA
ESPAÑA
Email address:mce@ub.edu
Webpage:www.ub.edu/medicina/masters/mce
Telephone:93 402 04 42

For further enquiries


Address:MARIANELA DÍAZ
FACULTAT DE MEDICINA. SOTANO -1
CARRER CASANOVA 143
08036 - BARCELONA
ESPAÑA
Email address:mce@ub.edu
Webpage:www.ub.edu/medicina/masters/mce
Telephone:93 402 04 42
Observations:Whatsapp +34 646 884 085