The demand for specialised forensic psychologists in Spain currently exceeds the available supply. This master's degree prepares you to prepare and defend expert reports from day one, opening the doors to a sector with high employability and professional projection.
This Master’s programme goes beyond traditional programmes focused on legal theory or clinical intervention. It integrates expert assessment, report writing, courtroom advocacy and forensic practice into a single experiential approach, preparing you to practise as a private expert witness with immediate competence.
You will learn to assess psychological harm, evaluate the risk of violence and draft expert reports with methodological rigour, applying the guidelines of the COP Madrid and the standards required in court. Taking a practical approach, you will immerse yourself in simulated real-life cases, developing the key skills required for professional practice.
The programme combines specialised training, immediate practical application and a strategic overview of the expert witness sector. You will not only learn the theory, but also how to defend your report in court and act as an expert witness in legal contexts. Upon completion, you will be equipped to generate income quickly through expert reports in the private sector, with the option to subsequently sit public sector competitive examinations.
Its 100% online format, with guaranteed in-person work placements, allows you to balance your studies with your professional commitments. The Master’s programme includes 150 hours of work placements in courts, prisons, social reintegration centres and leading private law firms.
The programme equips you with the technical and strategic skills most in demand in the field of forensic psychology. Through an experiential and practical approach, you will be able to translate your knowledge into robust expert reports that can be defended in court. The advanced training you will receive will equip you with a solid foundation for both private practice and public sector competitive examinations.
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Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology
Year 1
FIRST FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132700 | Aproximación a la psicología forense | OB | 3 |
| SM132701 | Investigación aplicada a la psicología forense | OB | 3 |
| SM132702 | Evaluación y peritaje psicológico | OB | 6 |
| SM132703 | Evaluaciones psicológicas en el ámbito civil | OB | 6 |
| SM132704 | Evaluaciones psicológicas en el ámbito penal | OB | 6 |
| SM132705 | Evaluación del daño psicológico y riesgo de violencia | OB | 6 |
| SM132706 | Psicología forense en el ámbito laboral | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 36 | ||
SECOND FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132707 | Neuropsicología Forense | OB | 6 |
| SM132708 | Aplicaciones prácticas y casos reales | OB | 6 |
| SM132709 | Prácticas Académicas Externas | OB | 6 |
| SM132710 | Trabajo Fin de Máster | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 24 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
A programme designed for your professional success without compromising your personal or work life. Our 100% online methodology with guaranteed face-to-face practice combines flexibility with an experiential approach that immerses you in forensic reality.
Are you a psychologist with a vision for the future? This master's degree is designed for psychology graduates looking to specialise in private expertise, as well as for experienced health or legal professionals who need official validation for expertise.
Do you have any doubts about your profile or the entry requirements? Ask for information and an advisor will give you personalised guidance.
Number of places for new students: 60
Our degree is official, verified by the Council of Universities and fully valid in Spain, as well as in the European Higher Education Area.
It is recognised by the Education Systems of Latin America, being recognised and approved by the different Ministries of Education in Latin America:
SENESCYT, MEN (MinEducation), SEP, Mescyt, among others, automatically.
The master's degree includes 150 hours of curricular internships (6 ECTS) that will immerse you in forensic reality from day one. You will carry out your internship in top-level environments:
Public institutions:
Private offices and reference centres:
This real exposure guarantees that, upon completion, you will be ready to practice as a private or public expert with total solvency.
At the UAX we value your previous experience. If you already have experience or training in the field of forensic psychology, you can apply for credit recognition so that you don't have to start from scratch.
You can validate subjects from the master's degree if you are in any of these situations:
The maximum validation can be up to 6 ECTS for previous professional experience.
The study of validations is carried out on a personalised basis, analysing each case to determine the number of credits that can be recognised.
Do you think you are eligible for validation? Ask for information and an advisor will analyse your specific case without obligation.
The flexibility of online learning, with opportunities to connect
Take your exams online wherever you are or, if you prefer, in person at our designated centres in Spain and Latin America, subject to availability and capacity.
What’s more, as a student at UAX Online, you’ll have access to our Campus Hubs – a network of exclusive physical spaces where you can study, access libraries, work in co-working areas and connect with other students. Because studying online doesn’t mean studying alone.
Campus Hubs available in: Alcobendas, Alcorcón, Valencia San Vicente, Murcia, Barcelona, Málaga, Seville and Arganda.
Access is via your UAX student card, subject to availability and the opening hours of each centre.
A distinguished panel of experts
Psicólogo Especialista en Psicología Clínica, Legal y Forense. Perito Psicólogo realizando informes periciales psicológicos. Miembro del consejo editorial de la International Journal of Forensic Sciences.
Psicóloga forense con experiencia en evaluación, tratamiento y seguimiento psicológico en colaboración con equipos multidisciplinares. Equipo Psicosocial del Juzgado de Alcorcón y en Psicóloga Clínica en Centro Sanitario ÁNCORA.
Miembro de la Junta directiva. Sección de Psicología Jurídica del Colegio Oficial de Psicólogos de Madrid. Miembro de la Red Nacional de Psicólogos para la Atención a Víctimas de Terrorismos.
Psicóloga perito adscrita a los Juzgados de Madrid desde el año 2005, habiendo compatibilizado dicho trabajo con el ámbito clínico en intervención familiar y en trauma, principalmente. Psicóloga de los Juzgados de Violencia sobre la Mujer de Madrid.
Doctor por la UCM. Colaborador con el Grupo de Investigación en Victimología (VICTIM). Investigación en el estudio de la victimología desde una perspectiva forense y clínica.
Scholarships and financial aid for studying at UAX
We know that studying is an investment. That’s why we want to remove financial barriers and make things easier for you. Fill in the form and let our advisers help you discover the scholarships, agreements and personalised financial support that best suit your situation.
If you have an immediate family member (up to the second degree of kinship) enrolled at UAX, you can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees. Because studying as a family is even better.
If you graduated from UAX and are now thinking of studying for a new degree, we want to continue supporting you. That’s why we’re offering you a 10 per cent discount on tuition fees.
If you’d like to continue your studies with us and progress from vocational training to a bachelor’s degree, from one bachelor’s degree to another, or from a bachelor’s degree to a postgraduate degree, we’re here to support you with a grant covering up to 25 per cent of your tuition fees.
If you’ve already decided to take the plunge, enrol early and benefit from a direct grant. It’s a way of rewarding your commitment and giving you a head start in planning your future.
Studying for two degrees at the same time is a challenge, and we want to support you. If you’re already at UAX and enrol on a second degree programme, you’ll be eligible for a grant towards your booking fee and tuition fees.
If you have a strong academic record, we would like to recognise your talent with a scholarship designed for new students. (Excludes the degree in Medicine).
If you’re a high-performance athlete, at UAX we want to help you balance your passion with your studies. We offer specific grants that can cover up to 50% of your tuition fees.
Community of Madrid
Financial support for students with a disability of 33 per cent or more who are studying at universities or higher education institutions specialising in the arts in the Community of Madrid.
Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport
Find out about the scholarships and grants offered by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport, categorised by type and level of education.
Students from Ibero-America
This programme is aimed at Ibero-American citizens or foreign nationals legally resident in countries within the OEI’s sphere of influence. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
Attracting Pre-doctoral Research Talent
Financial support for outstanding students who wish to carry out innovative research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their disciplines.
2025, 2nd Edition
Grants for students on higher-level vocational training, undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s programmes enrolled at Spanish universities with a Santander agreement. A financial supplement to support you whilst undertaking your work placements.
Students from Ecuador
This programme is aimed at citizens with Ecuadorian nationality and/or residence who wish to study an online master’s degree in Spain. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
Other related qualifications
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