Become an expert in advanced therapies in biomedicine, acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to tackle medical challenges..

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Learn to use genetic engineering, cell cultures, and immunotherapy to address diseases with no effective treatment.

Additionally, you will contribute to translational medicine, bridging the gap between biomedical research, clinical practice, and personalized medicine.

What it prepares you for

You will receive top-tier scientific and technological training in the field of advanced therapies: gene therapy, cell therapy, tissue engineering, and immunotherapy for the development of applied research projects.

You will also:

  • Master the most innovative techniques and procedures in the field of Biomedicine for the design and development of clinical trials focused on personalized treatments and patient-centered medicine.
  • Prepare to promote competitive translational research, allowing you to design and develop new therapies that address the biomedical challenges of the 21st century.

In addition, you will gain

  • The theoretical and practical skills needed to work in multidisciplinary teams, integrating and applying acquired knowledge in the design of protocols and processes for therapeutic purposes.
  • The experience and autonomy necessary to start your research career towards a Ph.D. and/or develop your professional work in a laboratory, hospital, company, or institution within the biomedical sector.

Who is the target audience?

Ideal for graduates in health science areas, such as:

Although it is open to:

Or those with proven professional experience in the field of biomedicine.

NOTE

Foreign students whose mother tongue is not Spanish must demonstrate a B2 level in this language by means of an official certification no older than 5 years and presented before enrollment in the Master’s program.

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Data of interest

Title

Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine

Al finalizar el Máster, el estudiante recibirá el Título Oficial de Máster Universitario en Terapias Avanzadas en Biomedicina otorgado por la Universidad Francisco de Vitoria.
Credits

60 ECTS

Schedule

Monday to Thursday

3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Algunos viernes serán susceptibles de emplearse para sesiones académicas y/o prácticas
Duration

October 2025 – July 2026

Modality

On-site

Minimum and maximum number of ECTS credits per type of enrollment and year

30- 41 ECTS

Tiempo completo: 54- 60 ECTS
Address

Francisco de Vitoria University. Ctra. Majadahonda Km. 1,800. 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. Madrid

Study Plan

CAR
SEM
CRD
Procesos Fisiopatológicos
Human Pathophysiology and Diagnosis
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
4,5
Terapias Avanzadas y Nuevas Tecnologías en Biomedicina
Genetic Engineering
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
3
Cellular Engineering
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
4
Tissue Engineering
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
3
Immunotherapy
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
2
Design and Production of Recombinant Drugs
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
2
Nanotechnology
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
1 SEM
3
Investigación Traslacional
Development of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs)
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
ANUAL
2,5
Bioethics and Legislation
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
ANUAL
2
Innovative Projects
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
ANUAL
4
Prácticas en Laboratorio
Advanced Laboratory
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
ANUAL
4
External Internships
External Internships
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
2 SEM
20
Master’s Thesis
Master’s Thesis
CAR
SEM
CRD
OB
2 SEM
6

Collaborating Entities:

Practices

Selection process
The internship coordinator sends the candidates to the companies, which select the student based on his or her experience, qualities and skills.
2.Follow-up
During the internship, the student is assigned two tutors: Company Tutor and University Tutor. The Company, by agreement, undertakes to monitor, advise, support and evaluate the progress of the students, guaranteeing guidance and consultation of the student.
Completion
At the end of the externship, the company tutor will provide an evaluation report that contributes to the evaluation of these students.

500

In which the student will integrate into the work teams of external institutions as a professional to gain experience and the necessary skills for professional practice.

Collaborating Entities:

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Faculty

Maite Iglesias

Doctorado en Biotecnología, Medicina y Ciencias Biosanitarias, Máster Universitario en Terapias Avanzadas en Biomedicina, Directora Académica

Dra. Esther Grueso

Doctora en C.C. Biológicas por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

José María Bueno Calderón

Profesor de Química Farmacéutica I y II. Profesor acreditado por ANECA y el programa DOCENTIA (A)

Garcilaso Riesco

Especialista en Endocrinología. Profesor UFV

Ismael Santa Maria Pérez

Assistant Professor at Columbia University

Carlos Zaragoza Sánchez

Jefe de la Unidad de Investigación Cardiovascular de la UFV. Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal

Dr. Víctor Sánchez Arévalo

Doctor en Bioquímica por la Universidad Autónoma

Dra. María Cristina Sánchez Martinez

Doctora en Ciencias Biológicas por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

Dra. María Inmaculada Calvo Sánchez

Doctora en Biología Celular y Genética por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

Dra. Esther Martín Villar

Doctora en Bioquímica, Biología Molecular y Biomedicina por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

Fernando Berrendero

Doctor en Farmacia por la UCM. Acreditado por la ANECA como Profesor Titular.

Susana Álvarez Losada

Profesora en la Facultad de C. Experimentales desde el año 2014-2015

María Teresa Grande

Profesora en UFV

Mª Teresa de los Frailes

Vicedecana de Relaciones Externas, en la Facultad de CC. Experimentales de la UFV

Dra. Ana Mª Martínez Relimpio

Profesora Adjunta e Investigadora del grupo Endocannabinoides y Neuroinflamación en la UFV

Miguel Ortega de la Fuente

Profesor doctor

Cruz Santos

Director Escuela Internacional de Doctorado UFV

Águeda Tejera

Associate Professor en UFV

Javier Galán

Doctor en Biología Molecular por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid y Director Adjunto del Grado en Biomedicina en la Universidad Francisco de Vitoria

Postgraduate Price 24/25

Title of title

Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine

Total

11.850€

Reservation of a place

1.708€

Tuition fees

10.142€

Scholarships and grants

Dirigido a titulados universitarios con un rendimiento académico sobresaliente.

Contribuye a la igualdad de oportunidades

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We tell you step by step how to complete the admission process.

1

Fill in the form to receive your request. When you are registered in the Candidate Portal, you will need to attach different documents in order to make the reservation.

2

Once admitted, you will have 15 calendar days to reserve your place through the Candidate Portal (see fee schedule).

3

Once you have reserved your place, you will be able to self-enroll through the University Portal of the University within the period communicated via email by the Academic Coordination.

4

Finally, you will be able to apply for the scholarship that fits your profile, being able to opt for discounts of up to 50%. You can see our scholarships by clicking on the button below.

We recommend to see the complete guide for the admission process. You can find more details to take into account in multiple cases that can be very useful.

View Complete Guide (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start the admission process?

You must send us an email to postgrado@ufv.es so that we can register you in the Applicant Portal and you can upload the requested admission and registration documents.

What are the steps for the admission process?

  1. Apply for registration in the candidate portal through
  2. postgrado@ufv.es.
  3. Upload the required documentation.
  4. Conduct the admission interview*.
  5. Reserve your place if you are admitted.

*The admission interview is only required for certain master’s degrees.

What documentation do I have to upload to the applicant portal?

General Documentation:

Admission Application Form completed electronically.
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Motivation letter.
2 letters of recommendation*.
Photocopy of the front and back of your ID card or passport.
A recent, passport-size, color photograph.
*Letters of recommendation are required for certain programs.

Academic documentation:

University Master’s Degrees.

If you have studied in Spain:

Certified copy of both sides of the university academic degree (in case the Bachelor’s degree has not been issued, you must submit the Supplementary Certification to the Degree).
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) if you apply for access to any of the following master’s degree programs:
University Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine.
Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology
If you are a graduate from a foreign university within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA):

Certified copy of the university degree together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
If you are a graduate from an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)

Certified copy on all sides of the university degree, duly legalized and apostilled, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record), duly legalized, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Master’s Degrees

Photocopy of the university degree, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

When do I know whether or not I am admitted to a master’s program?

Once all documents have been validated and the admission interview has been conducted, if applicable, you will receive an email notification from the admissions committee with the resolution of your application within 24/48 hours.

What is the deadline to reserve a place?

Once the decision of the admissions committee is known, if it is favorable, you will have a period of 15 days to pay the reservation fee **.

*If you do not make the reservation within the stipulated period, your place will be made available to another candidate.
**The 15-day deadline may be reduced if the application for admission is made within the last three weeks prior to the start of classes of the Postgraduate Program, or if there is a reduced number of vacancies to fill the group.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

Once admission has been notified, you will be able to reserve your place from the candidate’s portal through a secure payment gateway.

I have already reserved my place. How can I register?

The academic coordination team will contact you by email a few days before the start of the master’s program with a guide that includes all the steps to follow so that you can self-enroll.

*In order to self-enroll you will need to have provided all the documentation.

How can I find out about UFV scholarships and how can I apply for them?

By clicking on the following link to Scholarships you can find out about all the scholarships we offer, the requirements and how to apply for them.

If you are a UFV Alumni you have access to a 20% scholarship on tuition fees.

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