Program Overview

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Máster de Formación Permanente en Ciencias Forenses en Psicología Forense y Penitenciaria

Presentación

The Máster de Formación Permanente en Ciencias Forenses en Psicología Forense y Penitenciaria is a program that aims to provide specialized training in the field of forensic psychology and penitentiary psychology. The program is designed to meet the growing demand for professionals with expertise in these areas, and to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a variety of settings, including courts, prisons, and private practice.

Objetivos

The program has several objectives, including:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework and procedures involved in forensic psychology and penitentiary psychology
• To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct expert assessments and interventions in forensic and penitentiary settings
• To provide students with a thorough understanding of the theoretical and empirical foundations of forensic psychology and penitentiary psychology
• To foster critical thinking, ethical awareness, and professional competence in students

Área de Descargas

The program provides access to a range of resources and materials, including:

• QR Psicología forense [264KB]

Máster de Formación Permanente

The program is a 7th edition, with 60 ECTS credits, and is offered in a presential mode. The duration of the program is from October 14, 2025, to January 2027, with classes held from 16:00 to 20:30 hours. The program is taught on the Plataforma Teams, and the price is 5,700. There are 30 places available, with a minimum of 20 students required to run the program. Three scholarships are available.

Programa

Plan de Estudios

The program consists of 60 ECTS credits, divided into five modules:

• Módulo 1: Introducción. La práctica pericial y penitenciaria (8 ECTS)
• Módulo 2: Conocimientos básicos en psicología forense y penitenciaria (9 ECTS)
• Módulo 3: Intervención del psicólogo en el contexto forense (9 ECTS)
• Módulo 4: Intervención del psicólogo en el contexto penitenciario (10 ECTS)
• Módulo 5: Prácticas profesionales (16 ECTS)
• Trabajo final de Máster (8 ECTS)

Competencias

The program aims to equip students with a range of competencies, including:

• Distinguishing and understanding the Spanish penal system and its procedures
• Integrating knowledge and critically analyzing explanatory models of delinquent behavior
• Advising and communicating conclusions to professionals in the field of forensic sciences
• Acquiring training in evidence-based practice
• Acquiring knowledge of the Spanish legal framework for the development of forensic psychology and penitentiary psychology

Profesorado

The program is directed by Roberto Colom Mara ńon, and features a range of professors and lecturers from the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and other institutions.

Admisión y Matrícula

Requisitos de Acceso

To access the program, students must have a university degree in Psychology or a related field. The program is open to students with a degree from a Spanish university or a foreign university that is recognized as equivalent.

Requisitos Específicos de Admisión

Students must have a degree in Psychology or a related field, and must meet the admission criteria established by the program.

Criterios de Selección

The selection criteria for the program include:

• Academic record (60%)
• Other academic merits (10%)
• Professional experience (20%)
• Level of English (10%)

Precios y Becas

The program offers a range of prices and scholarships, including:

• Price: 5,700
• Scholarships: 3 scholarships available, with selection based on criteria including unemployment, socio-economic situation, academic record, and professional experience.

Entidades Colaboradoras

The program collaborates with a range of institutions, including:

• Secretaria General de Instituciones Penitenciarias, Ministerio del Interior
• Agencia de la Comunidad de Madrid para la Reeducación y Reinserción del Menor Infractor
• ASPACIA
• Despacho Médico Legal del Dr. Civantos
• Haztua Psicología Positiva S.L.P.

Empleabilidad

The program provides students with a range of opportunities for employment and professional development, including:

• Prácticas: The program offers a range of practice opportunities, including internships and placements in forensic and penitentiary settings.
• Salidas Profesionales: The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a variety of settings, including courts, prisons, and private practice.