Official Master’s Degree

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
Study Guide
Type
Year
Semester
ECTS
Health Psychology: Fundamentals, Professional Applications, and Ethical Issues
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 1st
ECTS: 6
Assessment Methods in Health Psychology
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 1st
ECTS: 6
Intervention in Chronic Diseases
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 1st
ECTS: 6
Applied Neuropsychology
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 1st
ECTS: 6
Psychotic and Personality Disorders
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
Emotional and Life Cycle Disorders
Type: OB
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
Community Intervention
Type: OP
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
Intervention in Eating Disorders
Type: OP
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
Sex Therapy
Type: OP
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
Emotional Intelligence and Health
Type: OP
Year: 1st
Semester: 2nd
ECTS: 6
External Academic Internship I
Type: PAE
Year: 2nd
Semester: 3rd
ECTS: 18
External Academic Internship II
Type: PAE
Year: 2nd
Semester: 4th
ECTS: 12
Master's Degree Final Project
Type:
Year: 2nd
Semester: 4th
ECTS: 12

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.

TypologyECTS
Compulsory credits36
Elective credits12
External academic work experience credits30
Master's Final Project Credits12
Total90

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.