Studying for a master’s degree is one of the most effective ways to specialise and advance your professional development. At UAX, we offer a wide range of Master’s degrees and postgraduate programmes designed to provide in-depth knowledge of specific areas and develop advanced skills aligned with the needs of the labour market. Our programmes combine academic knowledge, a practical approach and links to the professional world to prepare our students to tackle the challenges of their sector.
Master’s Degree in Pharmacy Practice Management
Start:
October
Length:
10 months
Online University Master's Degree in High Abilities in Educational Contexts
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master's Degree in Research Methodology and Innovation in Health Sciences (Online)
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Online Master's Degree in Bioinformatics
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master’s Degree in Culture, Sport, Media and Entertainment Management
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Start:
November
Length:
9 months
Master's Degree in Health Management
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Start:
October
Length:
9 months
University Master's Degree in Big Data for Business
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master's Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology (Online)
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master's Degree in Digital Twins and AI for Industry (Online)
In collaboration with:
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Online Master's Degree in Conflict Prevention and Mediation in Educational Settings
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Online Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Educational Institutions
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Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master’s Degree in Sports Medicine
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Start:
October
Length:
9 months
A master’s degree is a postgraduate programme that enables students to specialise in a specific area after completing a undergraduate degree. This type of programme is designed to deepen specific knowledge, develop advanced skills and enhance career prospects within a particular sector.
Master’s degrees usually last one or two years and combine theoretical study, project work, practical activities and, in many cases, a final Master’s dissertation. Thanks to this structure, students can gain a more specialised understanding of their field of study and prepare to take on higher-level professional responsibilities.
When choosing a Master’s degree, it is important to understand the differences between the various types of postgraduate programmes available within the university system.
Official Master’s programmes form part of the European university system and provide subsequent access to doctoral studies. These programmes are regulated and recognised within the European Higher Education Area.
University-designed Master’s programmes, on the other hand, are programmes designed by universities with a more specialised or professional focus. They are usually geared towards meeting specific needs of the labour market and enable students to acquire highly specialised knowledge within a particular sector.
Both types of programmes offer opportunities for specialisation and professional development, so the choice depends on each student’s academic and professional goals.
Within the range of university postgraduate courses, there are different types of master’s programmes depending on their mode of study and field of specialisation. It is now possible to find programmes designed to suit different professional profiles and personal circumstances. Among the most common formats are:
Choosing a Master’s degree requires analysing various factors related to the specialisation you wish to pursue and the career opportunities offered by each programme. Some aspects to bear in mind when choosing a Master’s degree are:
Analysing these factors enables you to choose a postgraduate programme that is aligned with your career goals and the opportunities available in the sector in which you wish to work.
Master’s programmes are designed to develop specialised knowledge and advanced skills that enable students to take on roles of greater responsibility within their sector. Through specialised modules, professional projects and a final Master’s dissertation, students acquire advanced training geared towards both professional development and academic specialisation.
During a Master’s degree, students typically develop skills related to:
This type of training enables you to broaden your career opportunities and gain access to more specialised roles within the labour market.
Master’s degrees open the door to new career opportunities or enable progression to positions of greater responsibility within a sector. The main professional benefits of studying for a master’s degree include:
In many cases, postgraduate studies also provide access to more specialised professional fields or enable students to pursue an academic or research career.
At UAX, we design our Master’s degrees and postgraduate programmes with a focus on professional development and direct links to the business world. Our educational model combines academic specialisation, practical learning and contact with practising professionals.
The programmes include project-based methodologies, real-world case studies and collaboration with businesses, enabling students to apply the knowledge they have acquired in professional contexts right from the start of their studies.
Our aim is to prepare professionals capable of adding value to their sectors, by developing advanced skills and acquiring a practical understanding of the subject matter. Thanks to this approach, our students can specialise in strategic areas and enhance their career prospects within the labour market.
In addition to our general range of Master’s and postgraduate programmes, at UAX you can find programmes designed to specialise in areas with high professional demand, from health and engineering to psychology, physiotherapy and healthcare. Here are some of the Master’s options available at UAX, depending on your academic background, your career goals and the area in which you wish to develop further:
Most official Master’s degrees last one academic year (60 ECTS), although some may extend to 90 or 120 ECTS, i.e. 1.5 or 2 years.
A master’s degree is a type of postgraduate course undertaken after completing an undergraduate degree. The term ‘postgraduate’ encompasses various academic programmes undertaken after an undergraduate degree, including master’s degrees, specialisation courses and university diplomas.
The official Master’s degree is recognised within the European higher education system and provides access to doctoral studies. The university’s own Master’s programme is designed by the university itself and has a more specialised focus, geared towards the labour market.
It is usually necessary to have completed a university degree or an equivalent qualification. Some programmes may also require professional experience or prior training in a specific field.
Studying for a master’s degree can be a good way to specialise, enhance your professional profile and broaden your career opportunities in sectors that require advanced training.
A master’s degree opens the door to more specialised roles within a sector, enhances your professional profile and helps you develop advanced skills that can facilitate your progression to positions of greater responsibility or more technical fields.
It is an officially recognised master’s degree which you are required to complete in order to practise certain regulated professions, such as architecture, general health psychology or the legal profession.
Yes, in many cases it is possible. Some master’s programmes accept a variety of backgrounds, particularly if you have relevant work experience or additional qualifications.
It is not compulsory, but a master’s degree allows you to specialise, improves your employability and may be a requirement in certain sectors or for technical and managerial roles.
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