Objectives and competences

The aim of this master's degree is to train qualified professionals with both a general perspective of the phenomenon of complex violent crime and a specialization in the different types of crime. Throughout this master's degree, the student will be introduced to the practice of various techniques and methodologies such as criminal profiling, crime scene analysis, psychological autopsy, psychometric tests, specialized interviews, police intelligence, legal advice, etc., in order to acquire resources that can improve professional operations, forensic practice or the functionality of private companies.

Basic information

TypePostgraduate courses
CertificateLifelong learning master's degree certificate
Faculty or schoolFacultat de Dret
Branch of knowledge
  • Law and legal specializations
  • Behavioural sciences and psychology
Mode of deliveryBlended
Credits60
Length of course2 academic years
Language(s) of instructionCatalan
Enrolment feeFirst year: 2.300,00 €
Second year: 1.600,00 €
An increase of 10% is applied to the price, up to a maximum of € 70, as administration fee
In-company placement(s)Yes, curricular
Start of teaching period27/09/2025
End of teaching period27/03/2027
E-mailmaster.investigacio.criminal.coordinació@ub.edu
ManagmentMallandrich Miret, Núria
Open pre-enrolmentYes
Lead to doctoral studiesNo
Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualificationSí, amb crèdits pendents (10% o menys)

Objectives and competences

Objectives

- To acquire a basic understanding of criminal investigation.
- To understand the process for the preparation of a psychological profile in violent crimes.
- To master criminal behaviour analysis.
- To be able to apply theoretical knowledge to the analysis of real cases.

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

- Personnel of the State security forces and of the justice system.
- University graduates in scientific disciplines such as psychology, criminology, law, private investigation and medicine.

Access requirements and conditions

The course is also open to students with no prior university education, who will acquire the same knowledge and skills and receive a specific qualification for their learner group. Information on the access requirements and other conditions can be obtained from the course directors.

Pre-enrolment

Calendar

12/05/2025 15/09/2025

Contact us

Classes


AddressFacultat de Dret
Avinguda Diagonal 684

08034 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email addressmaster.investigacio.criminal.coordinació@ub.edu
Webpage
Telephone93 403 43 80
ObservationsFrom Monday to Friday, preferably in the morning. Please request information by email.

Further information


AddressEscola de Postgrau. Facultat de Dret
Facultat de Dret. Avinguda Diagonal, 684

08034 - Barcelona
Espanya
Email addressmaster.investigacio.criminal.coordinació@ub.edu
Webpage
Telephone934024380
ObservationsFrom Monday to Friday, preferably in the morning. Please request information by email.

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