Nubika

What Nubika does

Nubika is a Spanish online vocational education provider specializing in veterinary and animal care training, operating since 2019 as a brand within Grupo Northius, a multi-school Spanish education conglomerate headquartered in A Coruña. The company delivers its full catalog — 13 vocational courses (350h–900h, including veterinary assistance, zoo animal care, canine/feline grooming, dog training, marine mammals, animal-assisted therapy, physiotherapy, nutrition, exotic animals, large mammals, herpetology, equestrian assistance, and aquariology) and 4 master's programs (60 ECTS / 1,500h in animal nutrition, animal-assisted therapy, exotic and wild animals, and veterinary laboratory) — through a proprietary virtual campus at escuelanubika.es, with no physical campus footprint. All programs combine self-paced online theory with mandatory practical internships (60–300h) hosted by a network of partner companies including UNAVETS, VetPartners, MiVet, Faunia, Hospital Veterinario 4 Octubre, and Canitas. Courses are accredited by Instituto Nebrija and master's degrees carry Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA) accreditation.

The business model is direct-to-consumer tuition: prospective students submit 'Quiero información' lead-capture forms, are enrolled into cohorts, and pay course-level or master's-level tuition fees characterized in the source data as one-time license transactions. Geographic reach spans Spain, Portugal (via a dedicated nubika.pt portal), and Latin America. Demand generation is organic and content-led: a proprietary 'Bicheando' podcast, a topical blog, and active social channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok) feed an SEO-driven enrollment funnel, while partnerships with Adecco, Randstad, and Spain's public Sistema Nacional de Empleo (SNE) — where Nubika holds official Placement Agency status — generate inbound referrals for both recruitment and graduate placement. A new 14-week Dual Specialization in Entrepreneurship and Generative AI (next cohort September 2026) extends the catalog into AI-literacy and business-formation training.

Operational scale includes 121 employees, a base of 15,000+ lifetime students, 3,500+ new enrollments annually, a self-reported 90% sector employment rate among graduates, and a 75% alumni recommendation rate. The company holds B Corp certification, ISO 14001, the Excelencia Educativa 2022 award, and ARDAN Gold/Silver/Bronze recognitions, and is operationally part of Grupo Northius, sharing group-level functions (data protection, marketing operations, administration) with sibling brands such as Tokio School and Hipatia Educación.

Name

Nubika

Legal name

Nubika (brand operated under Grupo Northius)

Website

https://nubika.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Nubika is an online veterinary and animal care vocational school operating since 2019 within Spain's Grupo Northius, delivering accredited courses and master's programs via a virtual campus to individual students across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Vocational Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterinary Medicine Universities (EDAHAGAG)

Keywords

• Veterinary vocational training
• Online animal care education
• Veterinary assistant courses
• Animal care specializations
• Vocational e-learning

Headquarters

HQ city

Not disclosed (online/digital-first)

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Course and Master's Program Tuition: Revenue generated from tuition fees for online vocational courses (460h–900h) and master's programs (60 ECTS, 1,500h) in veterinary and animal care specialties. Programs include practical internship placements (60–300h) in partner companies. Additional revenue from specialization add-ons such as the Dual Specialization in Entrepreneurship and Generative AI.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Nubika is an online vocational education school that delivers accredited courses and master's programs in veterinary assistance and animal care specializations entirely through a proprietary virtual campus. Its catalog includes 13 professional courses (ranging from 350 to 900 hours, with 60–300 hours of practical placement in partner companies) and 4 master's programs (60 ECTS / 1,500 hours each), covering niches such as canine/feline grooming, dog training, exotic animal care, herpetology, marine mammals, animal-assisted therapy, animal nutrition, equestrian veterinary assistance, and aquarium science. Programs are accredited by Instituto Nebrija (courses) and Universidad a Distancia de Madrid/UDIMA (master's), and include job placement support through Adecco, Randstad, and Spain's public employment service (SNE).

Product overview

Nubika is an online veterinary education platform operating since 2019 under Grupo Northius, offering a portfolio of 13 professional courses and 4 master's programs in veterinary and animal care specializations. The course catalog includes programs in veterinary assistance (460h with 60-300h practical placement), zoo animal care (350h), canine/feline grooming (420h), dog training (900h with 100h placement), marine mammals, animal-assisted interventions, animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation, animal nutrition, exotic animals, large terrestrial mammals, herpetology, equestrian veterinary assistance, and aquarium science. Master's programs cover animal nutrition and dietetics (60 ECTS/1,500h), animal-assisted therapy, exotic and wild animals, and veterinary laboratory sciences. All courses and most programs are accredited by Instituto Nebrija, while master's degrees carry UDIMA (Universidad a Distancia de Madrid) accreditation. The platform also offers a 14-week specialization in Generative AI and Entrepreneurship as a complement to any main program. Nubika's methodology combines flexible online learning with practical training in partner companies, personalized tutoring, live classes, and job placement services through partnerships with Adecco and Randstad.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Asistente y Auxiliar Técnico Veterinario (Veterinary Assistant and Technician Course) Comprehensive 460-hour online vocational training program with 60–300 hours of practical placement in partner companies, covering veterinary assistance and animal care fundamentals. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija. Targeted at individuals seeking entry-level veterinary assistant roles.
• Auxiliar Veterinario y Cuidador de Animales de Zoológico (Zoo Animal Care Course) 350-hour online course with 60–300 hours of practical placement focused on zoo animal care and husbandry. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Peluquería Canina y Felina (Canine and Feline Grooming Course) 420-hour online training program in canine and feline grooming and aesthetics. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Adiestramiento Canino (Dog Training Course) 900-hour online program with 100 hours of practical placement covering dog training and behavioral education. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Especialista en Mamíferos Marinos (Marine Mammals Specialist Course) Specialized online course with 60–300 hours of practical placement focused on marine mammal care and conservation. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Intervenciones Asistidas con Animales (Animal-Assisted Interventions Course) Online course focused on animal-assisted interventions and therapy techniques. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Auxiliar de Fisioterapia y Rehabilitación Animal: Canina, Felina y Equina (Animal Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Course) Specialized online program covering physiotherapy and rehabilitation techniques for dogs, cats, and horses. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Nutrición Animal: Canina, Felina y Equina (Animal Nutrition Course) Online course covering animal nutrition principles for dogs, cats, and horses. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Técnico en Animales Exóticos (Exotic Animals Technician Course) Specialized online training in exotic animal care and handling. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Especialista en Grandes Mamíferos Terrestres (Large Terrestrial Mammals Specialist Course) Online program focused on large terrestrial mammal care with 60–300 hours of practical placement. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Herpetología: Especialista en Anfibios y Reptiles (Herpetology Course) Specialized online course in herpetology covering amphibians and reptiles with 60–300 hours of practical placement. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Auxiliar Veterinario Ecuestre (Equestrian Veterinary Auxiliary Course) 14-ECTS online course focused on equine veterinary assistance. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Acuariofilia y Especialista en Grandes Acuarios (Aquarium Science and Large Aquariums Course) Specialized online course covering aquarium science and large aquarium management. Accredited by Instituto Nebrija.
• Máster en Nutrición y Dietética Animal (Master's in Animal Nutrition and Dietetics) 60-ECTS online master's program (1,500 hours) focused on animal nutrition and dietetics. Co-accredited by Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA). Targeted at graduates and professionals seeking advanced specialization.
• Máster en Terapia Asistida con Animales (Master's in Animal-Assisted Therapy) Online master's program focused on animal-assisted therapy and interventions. Co-accredited by Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA).
• Máster en Animales Exóticos y Salvajes (Master's in Exotic and Wild Animals) Online master's program specializing in exotic and wild animals. Co-accredited by Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA).
• Máster en Laboratorio Veterinario (Master's in Veterinary Laboratory) Online master's program focused on veterinary laboratory sciences. Co-accredited by Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA).
• Especialización Dual: Emprendimiento e IA Generativa (Dual Specialization in Entrepreneurship and Generative AI) 14-week intensive online specialization complementing any course or master's program, teaching generative AI tools (ChatGPT, MidJourney, Canva, Zapier) and entrepreneurship skills for the animal sector. Targeted at working animal-sector professionals who want to launch or grow their own ventures.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 15,000 students trained since 2019
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Instituto NebrijacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstituto Nebrija is a prestigious private university in Spain that provides institutional accreditation for Nubika's vocational courses and programs. This partnership validates the quality and recognition of Nubika's course credentials, enhancing student employability and brand credibility.
• Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUDIMA, a distance university in Madrid, co-accredits Nubika's master's programs, adding official university prestige to the school's own certification. UDIMA grants university-level recognition to Nubika master's degrees.
• AdeccocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAdecco, one of the world's largest HR and staffing agencies, has an active partnership with Nubika. It is one of the two main employment agencies Nubika uses to help place graduates in jobs in the animal care sector. Adecco serves as a referral channel for student enrollment and graduate placement.
• RandstadcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRandstad, a global HR services company, partners with Nubika as an employment agency to support graduate job placement in the animal care sector. Like Adecco, Randstad acts as both a referral source for new students and a placement channel for graduates.
• Sistema Nacional de Empleo (SNE)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNubika holds official status as an official Placement Agency of the Sistema Nacional de Empleo (SNE), Spain's public employment service. This designation enables Nubika to formally intermediated in job placement, listing graduate profiles in the national employment portal and connecting students with public employment opportunities across Spain and the European Economic Area.
• Grupo NorthiuscoreOthersNubika is part of Grupo Northius, a Spanish education group comprising multiple specialized schools (Tokio School, Hipatia Educación, and others). Grupo Northius handles Group-level functions including data protection (DPO: [email protected]), marketing operations, and administrative infrastructure. Data shared with Grupo Northius companies for cross-selling of educational products.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Deusto Formación: Spanish vocational education company offering online courses and master's programs. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Spanish vocational education market with similar online delivery model, university-affiliated positioning, and broad course portfolio.
• MasterD: Major Spanish vocational education group offering online courses across multiple sectors. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Spanish vocational education market with similar online delivery model, broad course catalog, and employment-oriented positioning.
• CEAC: Spanish vocational education company offering online courses in health, education, and technical fields. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Spanish online education market with similar target market (career changers), delivery model, and course-based revenue approach.
• ESERP: Spanish business school offering undergraduate, master's, and executive education programs. Comparable as a competitor in the Spanish online education market with similar target audience (professionals seeking career advancement) and Spain-focused geographic reach.
• IMF Business School: Spanish online business school offering master's programs and vocational courses. Comparable as a direct competitor in Spanish online education with similar target market (working professionals and career changers), delivery model, and university-partnered accreditation.
• CCC (Centro de Cultura Contemporánea): Spanish vocational education company offering online and blended courses in multiple professional areas. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Spanish vocational education market with similar online delivery model and broad course catalog spanning multiple verticals.
• CEUPE: Spanish online business school offering master's and postgraduate programs. Comparable as a direct competitor in the Spanish online education market with similar target audience (professionals seeking specialization), online delivery model, and postgraduate focus.
• Tokio School: Sibling brand under Grupo Northius offering online technical education in programming, sustainability, and digital skills. Directly comparable as a sister brand with the same online vocational education model, shared parent company infrastructure, and parallel GTM strategy.

Broad incumbents

• UNIR (Universidad Internacional de La Rioja): Major Spanish online university offering degree programs and continuing education. Comparable as a broader online education provider in Spain with established brand and university accreditation, overlapping with Nubika's master's-level offerings and distance learning model.
• UDIMA (Universidad a Distancia de Madrid): Spanish online university that co-accredits Nubika's master's programs. Comparable as a broader online education provider and accreditating partner, with overlapping target market for distance learning in Spain and similar master's program offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCOxQM-Ycn7nJY14iyaoY7Zg
• Facebookfacebook.com/nubikaformacion
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/nubika
• Instagraminstagram.com/nubikaformacion/?hl=es
• TikToktiktok.com/@nubikaformacion?lang=es

Compliance3 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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