Clinical Psychology

The master’s degree in clinical psychology at Ispa offers future psychologists specialised, high-quality training to deal with the mental health challenges that arise throughout life. The teaching staff combines academic and scientific excellence with extensive clinical experience. This course provides students with a solid scientific education combined with exposure to the concrete reality of future professional practice. Students will have access to the most current theoretical and clinical models, analysis and work on practical cases, as well as different modalities of clinical and psychotherapeutic intervention.

The master’s degree combines theoretical training with practice and case studies and includes a placement in a real-world context and the preparation of an original research dissertation.

The study plan has a duration of 2 academic years (4 semesters), totalling 120 ECTS credits

• To train Psychologists with the technical and scientific knowledge required for autonomous practice in clinical settings.To prepare a new generation of researchers in Clinical Psychology;

  To train professionals:

  1. a) with relational and communication skills for the practice of clinical psychology;
     b) with competences that enable continuous professional development throughout life;
     c) with an aptitude for the dissemination of Science;
     d )with sensitivity to current societal issues, including working with minorities and individuals facing social exclusion.

The practice of clinical psychology is the focus of this master’s degree and can take place in a variety of contexts, ranging from healthcare settings to political decision-making.

• Hospitals, health centres and long-term care facilities
• Hospitals and mental health and addiction departments
• Clinics and private practices
• Non-governmental organisations and private social solidarity institutions (IPSSs)
• Community centres
• Research

Graduates in Psychological Sciences or Psychology.

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Ispa has placement agreements with hundreds of relevant public and private institutions, providing opportunities for its students to undertake curricular placements.

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Ispa rewards students who demonstrate outstanding academic merit by awarding scholarships, granted based on admission grades or performance within their programme of study.

In addition to recognising merit, Ispa is also committed to promoting fairness and social responsibility. For this reason, students facing economic hardship may apply for a variety of scholarships that serve as a financial and social support.

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International cooperation has always been a defining feature of Ispa, which for over 30 years has offered its students the opportunity to gain experience abroad. Whether through the Erasmus+ programme (within Europe) or through non-EU agreements (such as with Brazil), students may choose from more than 40 partner universities.

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• Registration as a Junior Psychologist with the Portuguese Psychologists’ Association (OPP), an essential step towards obtaining the professional title of Psychologist.
• The practice of Psychology in private settings after obtaining the professional title of Psychologist, awarded by the OPP.
• Access to 3rd cycle graduate training (Doctoral Degree / PhD).

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