Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology
A dual degree to work in the fields of criminology and forensic science
What is the Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology?
The Comillas CIHS Dual Degree in Psychology and Criminology is anofficial five-year on-campus programme ( 361.5 ECTS) taught in Madrid, which enables students to obtain both a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology simultaneously . This dual Bachelor's Degree in criminology and psychology combines the scientific study of human behaviour with the analysis of crime, victimology, criminal policy and forensic contexts.
It is aimed at students interested in understanding the relationship between psychology and criminology and in pursuing a degree in crime prevention, working with victims, criminological research, or forensic criminology and psychology. The programme incorporates training in clinical and health psychology, criminal psychology, forensic psychology, criminal law, criminology, intelligence and cybersecurity.
The dual Bachelor's Degree in criminology and psychologyincludes all the subjects from both degree programmes, seven specialisation electives, supervised work placements and two final-year projects. Furthermore, it guarantees access to traditional career paths in psychology and criminology, including entry to the Master’s in General Health Psychology for those wishing to practise as health psychologists, as students will have completed all the credits required by the Ministry.
With anemployment rate of 95 per cent, it is regarded as one of the most comprehensive and recognised options for those seeking the best dual Bachelor's Degree in criminology and psychology in Madrid and wishing to work in the criminal justice system, law enforcement, social services, prisons or forensic psychology.
- CentersCiencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
- LanguagesSpanish
- CertificationOfficial Bachelor's degrees
- ModalityFace to face
- Duration5 years (361,5 ECTS)
- Starts On01/09/2027
- Seats45
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Why study the Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology at Comillas CIHS?
- An integrated curriculum from the first year onwards, with subjects that combine, from the outset, psychological and criminological perspectives on human behaviour and the phenomenon of crime.
- Supervised work placements in institutions within the criminal justice system, law enforcement agencies, social services, prisons and forensic psychology units.
- A personalised student-tutor ratio with a Faculty specialising in forensic psychology, criminal law and criminology.
- A 95 per cent graduate employment rate and access to the Master’s in General Health Psychology at Comillas as a natural progression.
- Access to seven specialisation electives in the fourth and fifth years to explore areas of greatest professional interest in greater depth.
Registration
1.782,75€Monthly
867,45€During
9 monthsTotal
9.589,80€
Curriculum
Study Plan
Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology / GPS+GCRIMI 25
Subjects of the Diploma Core Skills
Subjects of the Diploma in Communication Skills and Foreign Language Studies
1st Term
Credits
- Psicología Cultural y Comunitaria
6.0 ECTS
- Neuropsicología
6.0 ECTS
- Psicometría
3.0 ECTS
- Policía Científica
4.5 ECTS
- Teoría e Intervención en Psicoterapia Humanista
6.0 ECTS
- Derecho Penal: Parte Especial I
4.5 ECTS
- Victimología
4.5 ECTS
- Antropología
6.0 ECTS
2nd Term
Credits
- Orientación e Intervención Familiar
6.0 ECTS
- Memoria y Emoción
6.0 ECTS
- Evaluación Psicológica I
6.0 ECTS
- Teoría y Clínica del Psicoanálisis
6.0 ECTS
- Derecho de las Relaciones Familiares y de Menores
4.5 ECTS
- Derecho Penal: Parte Especial II
3.0 ECTS
- Formas de Criminalidad
6.0 ECTS
Annual Courses
Credits
- English for Social Science
6.0 ECTS
1st Term
Credits
- Política Criminal y Justicia Restaurativa
6.0 ECTS
- Prácticas de Intervención Psicológica
6.0 ECTS
- Psicología de la Educación
6.0 ECTS
- Perfiles Criminales
6.0 ECTS
- Peritaje Psicológico
6.0 ECTS
- Pensamiento y Lenguaje
6.0 ECTS
2nd Term
Credits
- Introducción a la Psicopatología
6.0 ECTS
- Psicología del Trabajo y de las Organizaciones
6.0 ECTS
- Ética Profesional
6.0 ECTS
- Prácticas Académicas Externas I
6.0 ECTS
- Funcionamiento Integrado de la Mente
6.0 ECTS
- Optativas
6.0 ECTS
Annual Courses
Credits
- Legal English and English for Criminology
6.0 ECTS
1st Term
Credits
- Derecho Procesal Penal
4.5 ECTS
- Intervención con Menores
4.5 ECTS
- Psicopatología Clínica
6.0 ECTS
- Medicina Legal y Psiquiatría Forense
6.0 ECTS
- Terapias Cognitivas
6.0 ECTS
2nd Term
Credits
- Psicología de la Salud
6.0 ECTS
- Evaluación Psicológica II
6.0 ECTS
- Mediación y Resolución de Conflictos
6.0 ECTS
- Optativas
6.0 ECTS
Annual Courses
Credits
- Prácticas Académicas Externas II
12.0 ECTS
- Trabajo Fin de Grado. Criminología
6.0 ECTS
- Trabajo Fin de Grado. Psicología
6.0 ECTS
Credits
- Psicología Penitenciaria
3.0 ECTS
- Psicología del Testimonio
3.0 ECTS
- Seguridad y Redes
3.0 ECTS
- Antropología Forense
3.0 ECTS
- Toxicología Forense y Consumo de Drogas
3.0 ECTS
- Intervención en Crisis y Emergencias
3.0 ECTS
- Consecuencias Jurídicas de la Inimputabilidad
3.0 ECTS
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What sets us apart?
- Dual official Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology at Comillas CIHS, with integrated study in psychology, criminology, victimology and forensic psychology from the first year onwards.
- Supervised work placements in institutions within the criminal justice system, law enforcement agencies, social services and forensic psychology units.
- A Faculty specialising in forensic psychology, criminal law and criminology, with research and professional experience.
- A 95 per cent employment rate and access to the ComillasMaster’s in General Health Psychology as an academic progression pathway.
- Support for professional development through Comillas’ OPE service, which supports students throughout their studies.
A international respite
Useful resources
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Work Experience
We prepare you for your future and introduce you to the real world through comprehensive work experience placements.
With this Bachelor's Degree, you will help to transform society.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology at Comillas CIHS enter alabour market with growing demand for professionals who combinepsychological and criminological knowledge, with anemployment rate of 95 per cent:
- Forensic psychologist in courts, tribunals, public prosecutors’ offices and forensic assessment units.
- Criminologist working with the state law enforcement agencies (National Police, Civil Guard, regional and local police forces).
- Prison officer: rehabilitation, classification and treatment programmes.
- Social services worker specialising in services for victims of crime.
- Analyst and consultant on security policy, crime prevention and criminal justice policy.
- Researcher in criminology, criminal psychology and forensic science at universities and research centres.
- Lecturer in psychology, criminology and forensic science at universities and vocational training centres.
Comillas Core Skills Program
Whatever subject you study, Comillas Core Skills complements your Bachelor's Degree: 12 credits spread across your Degree programme that develop the skills and judgement needed to round off your education. Communication, teamwork, technology, critical thinking and leadership are developed throughout your Degree and tailored to your professional field.
Alumni
Find out what students who have studied with us have to say and see what their experience was like!
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Mariana Ason
Studying Psychology at Comillas CIHS has given me the opportunity to learn from different currents and to get to know the different fields in which psychologists work.
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Ana Alarcón Ponce
My background in psychology and criminology has been fundamental to my development as a cyberintelligence analyst, as it has provided me with a deep understanding of human behaviour, decision-making and the factors that influence criminal behaviour, especially in the digital realm. In addition, my ability to interpret risk indicators and apply criminological analysis methodologies allows me to anticipate potential threats and contribute to more effective prevention strategies within the cybersecurity environment.
Admission
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Apply for admission
Please fill in the form with your details and indicate which programmes you are interested in.
Validation
The General Secretariat will review the documentation and notify you once it has been validated.
Entrance examinations
Candidates will sit the written entrance examinations.
Letter of acceptance
We will let you know if you have been accepted and into which year group. All you need to do is confirm that you wish to join Comillas.
Enrolment procedures
You will officially become a Comillas student and will have access to your personal online portal.
Scholarships and grants
Follow all the steps and become a student at Comillas
Comillas is firmly committed to supporting students who demonstrate academic ability and merit but have limited financial resources; each academic year, the university invests a significant amount of resources in scholarships and study grants. This effort is funded through the university’s own resources and contributions from the Comillas University Foundation, but also thanks to donations from major foundations, organisations and individuals.
Information for students
Information and requirements
- Entry Requirements
The Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology requires students with a primary interest in psychology, together with the motivation to broaden their technical, academic and ethical training in order to tackle, alongside the professional fields of psychology, social problems involving victims and perpetrators. The entry profile is therefore that of a student seeking to gain a deeper understanding of Psychology and to complement this with Sociology and Law, in order to provide broader, interdisciplinary responses to these issues.
- Entry Requirements and Documentation
To begin your studies, you must demonstrate that you meet the legal entry requirements for the University.
Faculty of teachers
Our lecturers bring a wide range of expertise to the table and are recognised as leading professionals and academics in their fields.
Quality and regulations
Information on the quality and official regulations governing the qualification.
Official qualification
Documentation relating to the official status of the Dual Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology:
Composition of the Monitoring Committee
Where to find us
We are situated in a stunning setting on the outskirts of Madrid, surrounded by nature. Do come and visit us.
CANTOBLANCO HEADQUARTERS
Address:
C. Universidad de Comillas, 3–5, 28049 – Madrid
Transport:
Commuter train: Universidad Pontificia Comillas
Buses: Routes 714, 827, 827A, 828
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Frequently Asked Questions
Graduates of Comillas’s Double Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminology can work as forensic psychologists in courts and tribunals, criminologists within law enforcement agencies, specialists in prisons, victim support specialists, criminal policy analysts, and lecturers and researchers in criminology and psychology. 95 per cent of Comillas graduates are either in employment or continuing their studies in the months following graduation. Through Comillas’ OPE service, they have access to a network of over 8,300 partner companies and institutions.
To gain entry to the Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology at Comillas CIHS, it is recommended that you complete the A-Levels in Humanities and Social Sciences or in Sciences, as both streams enable you to study the subjects most relevant for entry to this double Bachelor's Degree: Mathematics Applied to Social Sciences, Psychology, History, Economics and, in the case of the Science Baccalaureate, Biology. The Comillas CIHS admissions process includes a university-set entrance examination; therefore, it is recommended that you consult the entry requirements and selection criteria in the ‘Admissions’ section of this page.
Psychology and criminology both focus on the study of human behaviour, but from complementary perspectives. Psychology analyses people’s mental, emotional and behavioural processes, whilst criminology studies the phenomenon of crime, its causes, consequences and the responses of the criminal justice and social systems. In the forensic field, the relationship between psychology and criminology is particularly close: forensic psychology applies psychological knowledge to the judicial system, whilst forensic criminology analyses criminal evidence and offender profiling. The Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology at Comillas CIHS is the programme that best integrates both disciplines in Spain.
The Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Comillas CIHS is a four-year course focusing on human behaviour, mental processes and psychological intervention in the clinical, educational, organisational and social spheres. The Dual Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology provides, over five years, comprehensive training in criminology (criminal law, victimology, the prison system, forensic criminology and criminal policy), leading to two simultaneous official degrees and a specialised profile in the fields of forensics and the criminal justice system. Both programmes provide access to the Comillas Master’s in General Health Psychology, which qualifies graduates to practise as a regulated health psychologist.
Furthermore, those wishing to complement their training with a business focus may wish to consider the Double Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Business Administration, whilst those seeking a specialisation in social intervention and community work may wish to explore the Double Bachelor's Degree in Criminology and Social Work.