Master in Psychology — Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes

Understanding human behaviour in organisations and society

The Master in Psychology is a professionally oriented university continuing-education programme offered by Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes (UEMC), Spain, in cooperation with CEIBA Business School.

Designed for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of human behaviour, the programme combines psychological foundations, practical applications and research methods.

It supports participants in developing knowledge and analytical skills relevant to organisational, educational and social environments.

PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE
DURATION
18 months
QUALIFICATION
UEMC Máster de Formación Permanente
DELIVERY
Hybrid · China
LANGUAGE
Chinese

Understanding psychology in professional settings

Psychological knowledge plays an important role in understanding how people think, learn, interact and respond to complex situations.

The Master in Psychology provides participants with foundations in psychological theory and introduces approaches to behavioural analysis, interpersonal relationships and applied problem-solving.

The programme encourages participants to connect psychological concepts with professional experience, supporting more informed decisions and a deeper understanding of individuals and groups.

Key areas of learning

LEARNING AREA 01

Psychological foundations

Understand major psychological theories,
research methods and contemporary
developments in psychology.

LEARNING AREA 02

Organisational & social psychology

Explore human behaviour, interpersonal
relationships and group dynamics in
professional and social environments.

LEARNING AREA 03

Applied psychology & research

Develop analytical and research skills
to interpret psychological evidence
and address real-world challenges.

A structured academic journey

01
Semesters 1–2

Academic foundations and applied learning

Build knowledge of psychological theories, methods and contemporary perspectives through academic coursework and practice-oriented learning activities.

02
Semester 3

Research and thesis development

Develop a research question, engage with relevant literature, apply appropriate methods and prepare a master’s thesis.

03
FINAL MILESTONE

Thesis defence

Present and defend the research thesis in accordance with the programme’s academic assessment requirements.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the programme, participants should be able to:

01

Understand

Major psychological theories, concepts and research methods

02

Apply

Psychological knowledge to professional, organisational and social situations

03

Recognise

Historical developments and contemporary approaches in psychology

04

Analyse

Human behaviour using appropriate psychological concepts and tools

05

Interpret

Psychological evidence and research findings

06

Develop

Interpersonal, analytical and reflective skills

Academic partnership

Academic university partner

IAE Angers – Université d'Angers

UEMC provides the university framework for the Master in Psychology and awards the Máster de Formación Permanente in Psychology upon successful completion of the programme’s academic requirements.

International program coordinator

CEIBA

CEIBA supports international programme coordination, participant development and cooperation between UEMC, learners and local education partners.

Qualification: The programme leads to a university-specific continuing-education qualification (Máster de Formación Permanente). It is distinct from an official Spanish university master’s degree (Máster Universitario).

Student experiences

Discover how graduates have applied psychological knowledge and developed new perspectives in their professional lives.

Testimonials from our students from the master in psychology

Du Dandan

The knowledge gained during my studies in psychology has been invaluable for the psychological support projects in my work.

Fudan Qing

I have been successfully leading multiple research projects with fruitful outcomes, setting benchmark standards in Zhejiang Province.

HUANG Yuanlue

After obtaining the degree, I have been able to play a more targeted role in my professional field.

Qian Xiaohong

This growth is due to the comprehensive and practice-oriented curriculum, which empowered me to tackle complex professional challenges.

An international learning environment

CEIBA collaborates with local education partners to facilitate access to the DBA and support participants across international locations.

CHINA · SHANGHAI

IAE Angers – Université d'Angers

Local education partner

CEIBA cooperates with Hongding Education to support the delivery of UEMC’s Master in Psychology in China, including local programme coordination and participant services.

The programme is delivered in China, with Chinese as the principal teaching language. Contact CEIBA to confirm current teaching locations and available intakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification does Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes award?

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants receive UEMC’s Máster de Formación Permanente in Psychology, a university-specific continuing-education qualification awarded under its academic regulations.

Graduates may apply for an international credential evaluation through World Education Services (WES), subject to WES’s assessment criteria and documentation requirements. The outcome of any evaluation is determined individually and does not change the qualification’s status under Spanish law.

Is this an official Spanish university master's degree?

No. It is a Máster de Formación Permanente, distinct from a nationally recognised official university master’s degree (Máster Universitario). It does not independently confer professional authorisation to practise regulated psychology professions.

How long does the programme take?

CEIBA delivers an 18-month programme comprising two semesters of coursework followed by a third semester dedicated to research, thesis writing and defence.

Where and how is the Executive DBA delivered?

The programme is delivered in China, primarily in Chinese, with CEIBA coordinating activities alongside its local education partner. Candidates should confirm current teaching arrangements and locations before applying.

What are the admission requirements?

Admission depends on previous university education, professional experience and the programme’s academic eligibility criteria. CEIBA can advise candidates on the required qualifications, application documents and assessment procedure.

Who can apply?

The programme is intended for professionals interested in psychological knowledge and its application to organisational, educational and social settings.

It may be particularly relevant to managers, human resource professionals, educators, consultants and professionals working in people-oriented roles.

Admission is subject to the applicable academic requirements and assessment of candidates’ previous qualifications and professional experience.

Take the next step

Develop a deeper understanding of human behaviour and strengthen your ability to apply psychological knowledge in professional settings.

Contact CEIBA to discuss the programme, admission requirements and upcoming intakes.