Overview

This Microbiology programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona provides specialised preparation in the study of microorganisms across clinical, environmental, industrial, and biomedical contexts. It enables engagement with investigations related to pathogenic mechanisms, resistance, and biological interactions, supported by collaboration with research groups and hospital-based environments.

Key Facts

The academic setting integrates contributions from university departments, hospitals, and research centres, offering access to diverse facilities and multidisciplinary expertise. Candidates explore areas such as molecular mechanisms, epidemiology, environmental systems, and biotechnological applications, preparing for roles in healthcare, industry, and scientific research.

Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the project, ensuring scientific rigor, and supporting alignment with established research topics. Supervision includes advising on experimental design, monitoring research progress, facilitating access to resources, and assisting with thesis preparation and completion, with opportunities for external or joint guidance when appropriate.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Microbiology and Pathogenesis
Environmental Microbiology
Molecular Microbiology and Genetics
Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases
Antimicrobial Resistance Studies
Microbial Biotechnology
Thesis Research and Supervision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Pre-registration deadlines: February 28, March 21, May 30, July 31, October 15, November 28

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Microbiology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Demonstrated research experience and strong knowledge of microbiology concepts and tools
Ability to assimilate new knowledge required
Academic record and relevance of previous studies in microbiology evaluated (40%)
Research grants considered (20%)
Personal interview assessing suitability (40%)
Submission of academic certificates and proof of prior studies required
Documents must be in Catalan, Spanish, or English (or officially translated)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year

Additional Details

If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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