HCT Academy x Universitat de Barcelona
Advance Your Career in Critical Care & Emergencies
Begin your UB-HCT postgraduate pathway through a focused admissions experience designed for healthcare professionals. Choose your pathway, share your background, and let the admissions team guide the next step.
Application Form
Submit your UB-HCT admission inquiry.
Critical Care Learning Areas
Build the Knowledge to Respond When It Matters Most
Critical care requires more than knowing what to do—it requires understanding why, when, and how to act when a patient's condition can change within moments.
The program develops critical and analytical thinking for the assessment and management of acutely ill patients across the continuum of care.
Areas of learning include:
The University of Barcelona curriculum covers these and other areas through progressively structured theoretical learning.
University of Barcelona FAQ
Frequently asked questions for UB-HCT applicants.
These English FAQs are adapted from the University of Barcelona's Critical Care and Emergencies FAQ and organized for applicants reviewing the HCT Academy admission pathway.
Admission and Enrollment Process
How do I apply for admission?
Complete the admission form on the program page. The academic committee reviews applications and normally sends a response within about one week.
What happens if my application is accepted?
If accepted, you will receive admission instructions by email, including the next pre-enrollment or registration steps required by the University of Barcelona process.
What is pre-enrollment for?
Pre-enrollment confirms your personal details and may include a reservation or pre-enrollment fee. When applicable, that amount is later deducted from the total tuition balance.
When do I receive access to the student portal?
After documentation is reviewed and enrollment is completed, students receive the UB identification number, student portal credentials, and access to the virtual campus once payment is finalized.
Required Documentation
What documents are usually required?
Applicants are usually asked for identification and proof of university degree completion. Requirements vary depending on whether the degree is Spanish/EU, homologated in Spain, or foreign and non-homologated.
Can documents be sent by email first?
UB recommends sending documents by email first for validation. After review, the final or official documents may be requested through the required channel.
What if my degree is from outside Spain?
Foreign degree holders may need to provide additional declarations or official verification documents. Admission through this route does not automatically mean the degree is officially recognized in Spain.
Where should I ask about my specific documents?
Use the application form comments or contact the admissions team so they can confirm what applies to your degree, country, and program route.
Payment Methods
How is tuition payment handled?
The UB FAQ describes payment after admission and pre-enrollment. For the UB-HCT Manila pathway, confirm the exact tuition, local payment schedule, and billing instructions with HCT Academy admissions.
Can tuition be paid in installments?
Installment options may be available depending on the program and enrollment process. Applicants should request this before completing pre-enrollment or final registration.
What payment options may be available?
The UB FAQ mentions online card payment, payment through collaborating bank offices, and invoice-based payment when arranged in advance. HCT applicants should verify the correct local process.
Are payments refundable?
The UB FAQ notes that program payments are generally non-refundable, except for limited force majeure cases such as serious illness. Ask admissions for the exact policy that applies to your route.
General Questions
What title or certification does the program grant?
The UB FAQ describes it as a lifelong learning master's certification awarded by the University of Barcelona and the Autonomous University of Madrid. For UB-HCT pathways, confirm the exact certificate name for the 60 ECTS Master's or 30 ECTS Diploma route.
When does the program usually start?
The UB master's usually begins in early October. HCT applicants should confirm the exact Manila intake date and schedule with the admissions team.
Can I work while studying?
Yes. The UB FAQ notes that many students continue working while studying, with in-person activities arranged across different dates and time slots where possible.
Who can apply?
The program is intended for medicine and nursing graduates, and other health science professionals may also be considered depending on the route and requirements.
Is the program fully online?
No. The UB FAQ describes a blended model: some theoretical work may be online, while workshops, simulation cases, or clinical activities may require in-person participation.
Can any module be validated or credited?
Some modules or clinical practice components may be considered for validation when the applicant has completed related postgraduate studies or can document relevant prior experience.
When does pre-registration close?
Pre-registration generally remains open until available places are filled. Applying early is recommended, especially when seats are limited.
Can the program be completed at a slower pace?
The UB FAQ notes that a more flexible pace may be possible, though completing within the recommended timeframe helps preserve continuity and keep knowledge current.
Is it suitable right after graduation?
Yes. Although originally designed for professionals with clinical experience, the UB FAQ notes that many students now enroll after completing nursing or medicine studies.
What language is used?
The Spain-based UB master's is taught in Spanish. The UB-HCT Manila program information lists the HCT pathways as English-delivered, so applicants should follow the language details shown for their selected route.
Source adapted from the University of Barcelona Critical Care and Emergencies FAQ: masterenfermocritico.ub.edu/en/faqs.