Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology
Explore the key subjects of the master’s degree, designed to train you in psychological assessment, clinical intervention, psychotherapy and neuropsychology through a practical, evidence-based approach.
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Modules in General Health Psychology
The University Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology at UTAMED offers comprehensive training that covers all essential areas for professional healthcare practice. The subjects focus on psychological assessment, clinical intervention, psychotherapy, neuropsychology and applied research, equipping you with a solid, up-to-date clinical profile.
| Module | ECTS | Type | Semester |
| Health Psychology: Fundamentals, Professional Applications, and Ethical Issues | 6 | COMP | 1 |
| Assessment Methods in Health Psychology | 6 | COMP | 1 |
| Intervention in Chronic Diseases | 6 | COMP | 1 |
| Applied Neuropsychology | 6 | COMP | 1 |
| Psychotic and Personality Disorders | 6 | COMP | 2 |
| Emotional and Life Cycle Disorders | 6 | COMP | 2 |
| Community Intervention | 6 | ELEC | 2 |
| Intervention in Eating Disorders | 6 | ELEC | 2 |
| Sex Therapy | 6 | ELEC | 2 |
| Emotional Intelligence and Health | 6 | ELEC | 2 |
| External Academic Internship I | 18 | EAP | 3 |
| External Academic Internship II | 12 | EAP | 4 |
| Master's Degree Final Project | 12 | FP | 4 |
Curriculum structure of the master modules
The study plan consists of 90 ECTS credits, divided across core and optional subjects, external internships and the master’s thesis (TFM). The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of clinical practice, from assessment and diagnosis to intervention and therapeutic follow-up.
| Typology | ECTS |
| Compulsory credits | 36 |
| Elective credits | 12 |
| External academic work experience credits | 30 |
| Master's Final Project Credits | 12 |
| Total | 90 |
Modules in General Health Psychology: External Internships
The programme includes 30 ECTS credits of mandatory clinical internships in accredited healthcare centres. These placements allow you to apply your knowledge in real-life settings while developing professional health psychologist skills. The internships are divided into two stages: Internship I (18 ECTS credits) and Internship II (12 ECTS credits). You may carry out your placement in healthcare centres, psychology practices, hospitals, multidisciplinary clinics or institutions specialising in mental health.
If you already have accredited professional experience, Internship II may be validated, provided you can demonstrate a minimum of 24 months of full-time work in clinical and/or health psychology. You may also complete your internship at your current workplace, as long as the tasks assigned during the internship differ from your usual responsibilities and align with the skills of a health psychologist. In such cases, an Internship Agreement will be signed between your company and UTAMED.
If you prefer to undertake your internship in a new professional environment, UTAMED has agreements with leading clinics, practices and hospitals throughout Spain, giving you access to a broad network of specialist centres. Our team will guide you throughout the process and help you find the placement that best fits your profile and career goals. Partner institutions include:
Modules in General Health Psychology: Master's Final Project
The Master's Final Project (FP) is a mandatory 12 ECTS credit subject that allows you to apply the knowledge acquired during the programme. You may choose between an applied or research-based project, demonstrating your professional and scientific abilities in the field of health psychology.