Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Master of Science in Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship is a one-year, full-time, on-campus program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in healthcare innovation, startup development, and entrepreneurial strategy within the health sector. The program focuses on translating scientific and medical innovations into viable business solutions, covering topics such as healthcare systems, innovation management, and venture creation.
Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in healthcare startups, innovation management, and biomedical entrepreneurship, as well as roles in consulting and technology-driven health organizations. The Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) provides a dynamic and innovation-focused academic environment with strong links to the healthcare and business sectors, enabling students to develop practical entrepreneurial and strategic skills in health innovation.
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Program Title: Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Degree Type: S. Master
- Duration: 1 year
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 15 July 2026
- Location: Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
- Field of Study: Entrepreneurship
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Health Innovation
- Introduction to Healthcare Innovation
- Entrepreneurship in Health and Biotech
- Business Models in Healthcare
- Research Methods in Health Innovation
Semester 2 – Advanced Health Entrepreneurship
- Healthcare Product Development
- Business Strategy and Funding in Healthcare
- Health Start-Up Management
- Thesis / Applied Research Project
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship Master’s program are highly valued in healthcare startups, biotech innovation, and health tech entrepreneurship. With expertise in health technology, business development, and healthcare innovation, graduates can pursue roles as health tech entrepreneurs, product developers, innovation consultants, or business strategists. The growing focus on digital health and biotech innovations ensures strong career prospects in the healthcare and technology industries.
Why Choose This Program
Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship program focuses on health technology, biotech startups, and healthcare business development. Students will learn how to develop innovative healthcare solutions, launch health tech startups, and navigate the challenges of the healthcare industry. The program prepares graduates to lead and innovate in the health sector, equipping them with the skills to create and commercialize new health technologies.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +34 93 581 1111
Email: informacio@uab.cat
Address: Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Plaça Cívica, 08193 Bellaterra (Cerdanyola del Vallès), Barcelona, Spain
