Top 10 Universities to study Psychology in Spain

A ranking based on different indicators of trust and quality in teaching.

The Degree in Psychology is one of the most popular and attractive among students. After high school, many young people consider continuing their studies to become professionals in this discipline. For this reason, two basic questions usually haunt the minds of future university students interested in this science:

• What are the "pros" and "cons" of studying for a degree in psychology?
• Where should I study for a degree in psychology?

Regarding the first question, we recommend you to read the following article, which will allow you to know several important details about this discipline and about the academic curriculum:

• "Why study Psychology? 10 points you should value".

Regarding the second question, we invite you to read the following lines.

Recommendation of the QS World University Rankings by Subject

There are many universities that offer a degree in psychology in Spain, but not all have the same level of quality.but not all of them have the same level of quality. The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015 is responsible for listing annually the most prestigious universities in the world since 2011. To do this, they follow different criteria such as academic reputation, the reputation of professors, the impact of their research, among others.

Globally, the Harvard University tops the list of the best universities that offer a degree in psychology. It is followed by Cambridge University, Stanford University, Oxford University, University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and Yale University. Along with these, the University of California, the University of Berkeley, the University of Michigan, the University College London and Princeton University make up the list of the top ten psychology universities worldwide.

The best universities in Spain offering a degree in Psychology

In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015 several Spanish universities appear in the top 200 positions.. The following post collects the top ten Spanish universities recommended by this institution. But first of all, it is necessary to clarify that there are other rankings, both Spanish and international, which may vary slightly from this one.

However, regardless of the order, the universities listed below have a high educational level and are the best to study a degree in psychology in Spain.

1. Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM)

The Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) tops the list of the best Spanish universities to study psychology. It is ranked 101-151 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015 and has more than 40 years of experience in the organization and delivery of psychology studies. Located in Madrid, capital of Spain and in the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula.

The Universidad Europea offers this Degree in Psychology for all those people who want to receive a highly specialized, competitive and professional training in this field.

In this degree, each student will acquire the main theoretical knowledge of psychology and will be able to participate in the resolution of cases and simulated practices in all types of facilities equipped with the most advanced technology.

2. Complutense University of Madrid (UCM)

The Complutense University of Madrid (UCM)The Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM), like the previous one, is located in the capital of Spain. The Complutense University of Madrid (UCM) also appears in the 101-151 rank but one place lower.

It offers professional internships in more than 300 centers that collaborate with the faculty, including some prestigious hospitals, and has 60 places for the bilingual program and nine specialization itineraries. There are 2,056 students studying psychology at UCM.

3. European University

The Universidad Europea** offers this degree in Psychology for all those who want to receive a highly specialized, competitive and professional training in this field.

In this degree, each student will acquire the main theoretical knowledge of psychology and will be able to participate in the resolution of cases and simulated practices in all types of facilities equipped with the most advanced technology.

This degree is an Official Degree of the Universidad Europea de Madrid, it is offered in the classroom mode in Villaviciosa de Odón, it has a duration of 4 years and 240 ECTS credits.

4. University of Barcelona (UB)

Along with the two previous universities, the University of Barcelona (UB) is also in the 101-151 range. UB is the first university of Psychology in the I-UGR ranking based on research published in international journals.

The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Barcelona (UB) has modern facilities, well-equipped laboratories, unbeatable teaching resources and a long list of conditions that ensure students access to up-to-date training, not only at the undergraduate level but also in the Wide range of Master's programs. The faculty is located in Barcelona, a cosmopolitan and diverse city in the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula.

5. Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB)

The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) is also ranked 101-151 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015. Although most of its teaching centers and extra-academic services are located on the Bellaterra Campus in Cerdanyola del Vallès (just outside the city of Barcelona), its facilities are easily accessible.

It is a faculty that offers quality teaching, always up to date with the latest technologies, and with a special interest in research. The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), in addition to the Degree in Psychology, also offers a wide range of postgraduate courses in the field of Psychology.

6. University of Granada (UGR)

The University of Granada (UGR) is the only Andalusian university institution that appears on the list, and is in the 151-200 range of this ranking. Students who choose to study at the University of Granada (UGR) will benefit from a renowned academic education and a beautiful city, located in the south of Spain, near Malaga and Jaen. In addition, this university is one of the cheapest in Spain.

7. University of Valencia (UV)

The University of Valencia (UV) is also in the 151-200 range of this ranking. This is due to the quality of its teaching system which makes it worthy of being one of the best Spanish universities to study Psychology. In addition, the University of Valencia (UV) also has several prestigious Masters in the field of psychology. Valencia is a warm city located on the coast of eastern Spain.

Other universities to study psychology

In addition to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015, there are other organizations that classify university institutions according to different quality criteria (El Mundo newspaper ranking, Shanghai ranking, etc.).

Based on these indicators and criteria, we have extracted the following universities in order to complete the Top 12 of Spanish universities where to study Psychology.

8. European University Miguel de Cervantes (UEMC)

The European University Miguel de Cervantes (UEMC) was founded in 2002 and is based in the unofficial capital of Castilla y León. With more than 4,500 students enrolled in total, it has one of the most recognized curricula in Psychology, with professors of extensive experience, being Alicia Fernández Parra the academic coordinator of the Degree.

In addition, one of the added values of the UEMC is that most of its degrees, postgraduate, masters and courses are in online and/or blended format, which enables students from other geographical locations to study with the highest quality standards.

9. University of Santiago de Compostela (USC)

The University of Santiago de Compostela (USC) is still the first university in Galicia, the community located in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. Despite being more than five centuries old, this university began to offer a degree in Psychology in the 1973-74 academic year. At present, the Faculty of Psychology offers undergraduate studies in psychology and four official master's degrees.

The University of Santiago de Compostela (USC) is one of the most recognized universities in Spain that teaches psychology. One of the data supporting its excellence is that in the state calls for the PIR (Psychologists in Residence) exam, the students of this university have continuously achieved the best absolute and relative results in the whole country.

10. University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU)

The University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) is a modern university, which has been awarded the Campus of International Excellence seal. In addition to its excellent facilities, it offers services in line with the real demands of students, such as Psychosexual Orientation.

Its training offers high levels of quality and pays special attention to research: more than 90% of research in the Basque Country is carried out in the laboratories of this university. The Faculty of Psychology of the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) is located in the city of San Sebastian, in the north of Spain and bathed by the Atlantic Ocean.

Ranking of Psychology Master's Degrees in Spain

If you have already finished your Psychology Degree, you may be interested in reviewing this other ranking dedicated to the best postgraduate training.

• "Top 20 Masters in Psychology".