Choosing a master's degree in psychology is a key decision to guide your professional career, as it determines the field in which you will be able to develop. At UAX you can specialise in different areas such as general health psychology, forensic psychology, sports psychology, clinical neuropsychology or educational neuropsychology, with programmes designed to respond to the real demands of the professional environment.
Masters in psychology
Master's Degree in General Health Psychology
Start:
October
Length:
18 months
Master's Degree in General Health Psychology (Blended)
Start:
October
Length:
18 months
Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology (Online)
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Master's Degree in Sport Psychology: Performance and Emotional Well-being
In collaboration with:
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Online Expert in Psychology of High Performance Sport
In collaboration with:
Start:
November
Length:
4 months
Master's Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology (Online)
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Online Master's Degree in Educational Neuropsychology
In collaboration with:
Start:
October
Length:
9 months
Not all master's degrees in psychology allow you to work in the same field. The choice depends on whether you want to work in the healthcare environment or in other professional fields.
If your objective is to work as a health psychologist, you will need to take the Master's in General Health Psychology, which qualifies you for clinical practice in private centres. If, on the other hand, you want to focus on other areas such as sport, law, neuropsychological assessment or intervention in educational contexts, you can opt for specialisations such as sports psychology, forensic psychology, clinical neuropsychology or educational neuropsychology.
Career opportunities vary according to specialisation:
Specialisation allows access to more defined roles and improves employability.
UAX offers training oriented towards practice and professional development, with programmes designed to apply knowledge in real contexts.
The university is recognised in rankings and stands out for its focus on employability, innovation and teaching quality, which makes it a solid option for specialising in psychology.
To work as a psychologist in the health sector in Spain, you need to take the Master's Degree in General Health Psychology.
El máster sanitario habilita para ejercer en clínica, mientras que otros másteres como forense o deportiva permiten especializarse en ámbitos concretos, pero no habilitan para la práctica clínica.
The duration is usually 1 to 2 years, depending on the programme.
The Master's degree in General Health Psychology is the most sought-after, although other specialisations such as forensic or sports psychology also offer good opportunities.
Yes, many programmes make it possible to combine study and work, especially in blended or online modes.
It depends on the field. A Master's degree is compulsory in the healthcare sector, while in other fields it may not be necessary.
He can work in clinics, sports centres, public institutions, the legal field or in private practice, depending on his specialisation.
