An integrated ecosystem addressing the healthcare, research and education challenges of today and tomorrow
Bellvitge University Hospital is part of the strategic alliance Bellvitge Health Campus, established in November 2025 to formalise and strengthen an ecosystem that has been operating successfully for many years and which constitutes a unique hub for healthcare, research and education in Catalonia.
The Bellvitge Health Campus brings together the following institutions:
- Bellvitge University Hospital
- Catalan Institute of Oncology
- Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL)
- University of Barcelona
- Medical Emergency System (SEM)
- Delta Primary and Community Care Management (GAPiC Delta)
Objectives
The shared objective of all partner institutions is to consolidate a common strategy to identify and strengthen existing links and joint projects, while promoting cross-cutting participation and collaborative initiatives, with the aim of positioning the Campus as a national and international benchmark in healthcare, education, research and biomedical innovation.
Why an integrated campus?
- Provides identity and coherence to an already established ecosystem.
- Strengthens healthcare innovation.
- Drives shared strategic projects.
- Attracts talent, investment and international collaborations.
- Enhances continuity of care and responsiveness to local communities.
Strategic Areas of Action
- Research and innovation
- Network-based projects
- Mobility and sustainability
- Social and community engagement
What Defines Us?
Exceptional Functional Density Within a Single Site
Within a very compact area, highly specialised hospital care, specialist oncology services, emergency medical care, biomedical research, university education, primary and community care, and integrated social care coexist and interact.
Genuine Integration Between Healthcare and Research
IDIBELL is closely linked to the clinical activity of Bellvitge University Hospital and the Catalan Institute of Oncology, creating a continuous flow between research and clinical practice. The proximity between basic and clinical research accelerates the translation of scientific discoveries into healthcare applications while ensuring that research is continuously informed by clinical experience.
A Comprehensive Cancer Centre and a Tertiary Hospital on the Same Campus
The coexistence of Bellvitge University Hospital and the Catalan Institute of Oncology creates a centre of clinical and scientific excellence. Together with IDIBELL and the University of Barcelona, these institutions have been awarded the prestigious European accreditation as a Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
SEM as a Resident Partner
The presence of the Medical Emergency System enhances research, joint projects and specialised emergency medicine training, while enabling immediate territorial coordination.
A University Specialised in Health Sciences
The University of Barcelona, ranked among Spain’s leading universities in the QS World University Rankings, offers programmes in medicine and health sciences, nursing, dentistry and podiatry. Its presence contributes undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral education, highly qualified young talent, and an immersive learning environment.
Synergies with the Biomedical Industry
This alliance has been consolidated at a time when the foundations are being laid for the development of the Innovation and Health BioCluster in the Granvia Bellvitge area. This initiative will strengthen the existing knowledge ecosystem through the arrival of a powerful biomedical industry capable of leveraging synergies with the institutions already established on the Campus.
Primary Care Integrated into Governance
GAPiC Delta contributes a community-based and preventive perspective, which is essential for delivering an integrated and longitudinal model of healthcare.
Location
The Bellvitge Health Campus is located in a strategic area known as the Metropolitan Pentagon of Prosperity, which brings together the five major economic and innovation drivers of the Barcelona metropolitan area:
Barcelona Airport
Port of Barcelona
Fira de Barcelona
Zona Franca
Innovation and Health BioCluster Together, these interconnected assets create a unique ecosystem with international reach, attracting talent, facilitating knowledge transfer and generating value. This provides the Campus with an exceptional environment for growth and opportunity.
Advantages
Direct Connectivity to Global Infrastructure
The proximity of the airport and seaport facilitates the arrival of international talent, the mobility of professionals, and rapid access to global networks for research, clinical trials and biomedical innovation.
Attraction of Investment and Talent
Being part of a strong economic ecosystem enhances the Campus's ability to attract public and private investment, European projects, and highly qualified professionals in healthcare, life sciences and technology.
Synergies with Strategic
Sectors Its location encourages collaboration with sectors such as advanced logistics, biomedical industries, digital transformation and emerging technologies.
Accelerating Knowledge Transfer
The connection with the Zona Franca, Fira de Barcelona and the BioCluster enables research generated on the Campus to be translated more rapidly into practical services and real-world solutions.
International Visibility and Projection
Fira de Barcelona serves as a global showcase, providing visibility among companies, institutions and international stakeholders.
Tangible Impact on People’s Lives
This environment enables scientific advances developed on the Campus to reach society more quickly and effectively, reinforcing its role as a driver of health, wellbeing and social cohesion.
