Leading the rehabilitation of brain damage
This master's degree trains you to assess, diagnose and rehabilitate people with acquired brain injury, neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. Become the expert who makes a difference in the quality of life of your patients.
All fields are required
This Master’s programme goes beyond traditional theoretical programmes. It integrates functional neuroanatomy, specialised assessment, cognitive rehabilitation and clinical practice into a single approach, preparing you to take on roles that deliver high-quality care within interdisciplinary teams.
You will learn to identify and quantify cognitive, emotional and behavioural deficits resulting from brain injuries, whilst mastering the most advanced neuropsychological tests and assessments. Taking a practical approach, you will immerse yourself in real clinical cases, developing personalised rehabilitation programmes and acquiring the skills to advise patients, families and professionals.
The programme combines scientific rigour, clinical applicability and a holistic view of the patient. You will not only learn to assess, but also to design and implement evidence-based interventions. Upon completion, you will be qualified to work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, private practices and multidisciplinary teams, positioning yourself as a highly specialised clinical professional.
As the programme is 100% online, you can balance your studies with your professional commitments, with a practical focus through active learning methods and a research-based Master’s Thesis.
The programme equips you with the technical and strategic skills most in demand in the field of clinical neuropsychology. Through a practical and rigorous approach, you will be able to translate neuroscientific knowledge into effective and personalised interventions
This micro-credential equips you to use tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and Claude to analyse information, create content and optimise professional tasks, whilst integrating innovative solutions in an ethical and responsible manner within real-world contexts.
Develop your professional potential through leadership and interpersonal skills in healthcare settings. This micro-credential provides you with the keys to managing teams, communicating effectively and solving problems in real-world settings, by applying personal leadership techniques and practical productivity tools in the healthcare sector.
Master's Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology
First Year
FIRST FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132800 | Neuropsychology of cognitive functions | OB | 6 |
| SM132801 | Regulatory development and neurodevelopmental disorders | OB | 6 |
| SM132802 | Neuropsychology of neurological disorders | OB | 6 |
| SM132803 | Neuropsychology of psychopathological disorders | OB | 6 |
| SM132804 | Neuropsychological assessment | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
SECOND FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM132805 | Neuropsychological intervention and rehabilitation programmes | OB | 6 |
| SM132806 | Forensic neuropsychology | OB | 6 |
| SM132807 | Professional practice in neuropsychology | OB | 6 |
| SM132808 | External academic placements | OB | 6 |
| SM132809 | Master’s Thesis | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
The main reason why at UAX there are students like you is the possibility of making your personal, professional and academic life compatible. Our differential value is a methodology without barriers, focused on you and your desire to learn.
How is our methodology?
In addition, you will have the complete availability of our campus in Madrid, to carry out your formalities, solve your doubts and enjoy the facilities it offers.
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.
¿Eres psicólogo clínico o médico con interés en la relación entre cerebro y conducta? Este máster está diseñado para titulados que buscan especializarse en la evaluación y rehabilitación de personas con alteraciones neuropsicológicas.
Para acceder al Máster Universitario, es necesario cumplir con la normativa vigente (Real Decreto 822/2021):
La UAX reserva un 5% de las plazas para estudiantes con discapacidad ≥33% o necesidades de apoyo educativo.
¿Tienes dudas sobre tu perfil? Solicita información y un asesor te orientará sin compromiso.
El máster incluye 6 ECTS de prácticas académicas externas (115 horas) que te sumergen en la realidad clínica desde el primer día. Realizarás tus prácticas en centros de neuropsicología, hospitales y equipos multidisciplinares, aplicando tus conocimientos en evaluación, diagnóstico y rehabilitación de pacientes con alteraciones neuropsicológicas.
Esta experiencia real te permite desarrollar habilidades profesionales en equipos interdisciplinares desde una perspectiva multidimensional, integrando los conocimientos adquiridos en el aula con la práctica clínica supervisada por expertos.
At UAX we value your previous experience. If you already have experience or training in the field of neuropsychology, you can apply for credit recognition so that you don't have to start from scratch.
You will be able to validate subjects from the master's degree if you are in any of these situations:
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 leading team of experts
Experts with extensive experience in the sector who have designed the programme’s academic content
With over 25 years’ experience, he is Head of the Neurology Department at the Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital. He is the current President of the Spanish Society of Neurology and Vice-President of the Spanish Brain Council.
Psychologist specialising in neurology at the Movement Disorders Unit at Ramon y Cajal Hospital. Co-author of various scientific studies on Parkinson’s disease, treatments with safinamide and movement disorders
AISSE Foundation. Neuropsychological assessment and treatment of people with neurological conditions. Counselling for families of people with neurological conditions.
Clinical experience in the inpatient care of acute patients and home care; responsible for running a neuropsychology practice specialising in cognitive assessment and treatment.
Specialising in child and adolescent neuropsychology, with extensive experience in clinical assessment, psychoeducational intervention and university-level teaching. His work focuses on neurodiversity, autism, ADHD and giftedness.
Specialist in cognitive impairment. Senior registrar at the Jiménez Díaz Foundation, where she treats degenerative dementias and ADHD in adults. Postdoctoral fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard) in advanced neuropathology techniques.
Scholarships and financial support 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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’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 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.
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