Double Degree in Pre-Primary Education + Psychology

Two important sciences, hand in hand
Type of programme
Official degrees
Duration
11 semesters
Credits
494 ECTS
Price
€9.200* (1st year 2021-2022) *Subject to review each year
Places
10
Campus
Campus Sant Cugat
Schedule
Morning and afternoon
Language
Catalan, Spanish and some subjects in English
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We open the doors to a world of new opportunities
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A pioneering double degree in Catalonia

The combination of both degrees will give you a global perspective of the learning process and the difficulties and disorders that affect it.

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Inclusive education

You will be ready to adapt to inclusive education at pre-primary level.

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Active and innovative methodologies

You will study robotics, gamification, flipped classroom and will also alternate practical lessons with theory.

Prepare for more career opportunities

At UIC Barcelona, we are aware of the constant changes in the education system and the need for psychology to understand it.

  • Teacher
  • Educational psychology
  • Clinical psychology and psychotherapy
  • Human Resources
  • Social psychology
  • Psychotherapist
  • Coach
  • Sports psychology
  • Forensic psychology
  • Neuropsychology
  • Researcher
At UIC Barcelona, we are aware of the constant changes in the education system and the need for psychology to understand it.
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“This is my last year studying Primary Education at UIC Barcelona, and from the first day, what surprised me the most was the friendliness and care of lecturers and other staff; it is nice to always be met by a smile when you get to University. Academically, what I like the most is how the curriculum is organised, because during your first year you build the psychological, pedagogical and didactic foundations that you apply during the whole degree. One of the University's key features that I value the most is the fact that each student has a personal counsellor that is with you and supports you throughout your time at UIC Barcelona. Thanks to the variety of agreements that the faculty has with different countries, I will be going to a school in London to do my last internship.”

Carla Vidal
Primary Education Degree student

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“The reason why I chose UIC Barcelona was because its health degrees had good references. Now that I have been studying the Degree in Psychology for one year at UIC Barcelona, there are several aspects that I love about studying here: for me, it has been a luxury and great opportunity to combine theory and practice from the first year, being able to see real cases brings us closer to our future profession and, at the same time, helps us to see if this is really the job we want. I would also highlight the lecturers' friendliness and flexibility. And, lastly, my classmates. In general, there is a good vibe and team spirit.”

 

Paula Martínez Santín
Psychology student

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Professors and lecturers who make good teachers

The teaching team in the Faculty of Education consists of professionals who train future teachers using the most innovative methodologies. They are also involved in important research activities both inside and outside the university. Direct contact with professional practice allows our professors and lecturers to transmit a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and human overview of the reality in the sector to students.

Presentation

UNESCO, via its 2015 report "Rethinking Education", and the EU, via its Europe 2020 Strategy, have made a firm commitment to inclusive education.

A commitment that the Government of Catalonia's Ministry for Education has implemented via Law 12/2009 of 10 July that recognises the need to adapt education to cater for the diversity of students and achieve greater equality of opportunity.

Against this backdrop, UIC Barcelona aims to provide crosscutting training to the teachers of the future via the double degree in Pre-primary Education and Psychology. The combination of these two degrees will enable you to understand the aptitudes and attitudes of students and how they behave in the classroom, interact with their environment and learn.

It will also teach you how to support your fellow teachers and external professionals, which will improve the standard of education given and the development and learning of each student.

Section

Study programme and subjects 2020-2021

Subjects in course 1 Type Term ECTS
Music, Plastic and Physical Expression 1 Type: OB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Sociology I: Sociology of Education Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Communication Skills II: Oral Expression Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 3
Education I: Teaching and the Curriculum Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Education IV: Systematic Observations and Analysis of Contexts Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Learning Languages and Literacy 1 Type: OB Term: First semester ECTS: 3
Childhood, Health and Nutrition Type: FB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
Education II: the Fundamentals and History of Education Type: FB Term: Second semester ECTS: 9
Education III: Organization of the School Environment and Materials Type: FB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
Music, Plastic and Physical Expression 2 Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
School Internships 1 Type: PR Term: Second semester ECTS: 5
Learning Languages and Literacy 2 Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
Communication Skills I: Written Expression Type: FB Term: Annual ECTS: 6
Communication Skills III: English Language 1 Type: FB Term: Annual ECTS: 6
Subjects in course 2 Type Term ECTS
Communication Skills IV: English Language 2 Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
The Preschool Education Centre Type: FB Term: Second semester ECTS: 7
Subjects in course 3 Type Term ECTS
Learning the Natural Sciences, Socials Sciences and Mathematics I Type: OB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Foreign Language Teaching: English Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 3
Learning the Natural Sciences, Socials Sciences and Mathematics III Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
School Internships 2 Type: PR Term: Second semester ECTS: 15
Subjects in course 4 Type Term ECTS
Learning the Natural Sciences, Socials Sciences and Mathematics II Type: OB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Sociology II: Family Sociology Type: FB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Subjects in course 5 Type Term ECTS
Learning Languages and Literacy 3 Type: OB Term: First semester ECTS: 6
Music, Plastic and Physical Expression 3 Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
Learning Languages and Literacy 4 Type: OB Term: Second semester ECTS: 6
  • ECTS: European Credit Transfer System
  • Term: calendar period
  • (a): subjects which are taught in English

Teachers

Prerequisites & admissions

To study this double degree, you must pass the university entrance exams and the PAP aptitude test, a requirement for studying a degree in education. You must also have an overall score of seven or higher on your secondary school certificate or an overall score of eight or more on a vocational training course (CFGS).

The entrance exams for this double degree consist of the entrance exams for each degree.

Application for admission

Your first step to studying at UIC Barcelona is to fill in the following online application form:

Entrance exams

There are various dates throughout the year when you can do the entrance exams. All exams are done at the Barcelona Campus. To do the exams, you must have completed your application for admission.

    Required documentation

    There are several ways of getting in to UIC Barcelona, each of which requires specific documentation.

    Entrance exam results

    Reservation and enrolment

    Once you have been accepted and have received your official admittance letter, you must pay 20% of the full fees for the first year to reserve your place. Once enrolment is complete, you must pay the remaining 80% of the fees.

        Different ways of getting in

        Depending on your academic background, there are different ways of getting into UIC Barcelona

          Grants & financial aid

          Grants

          UIC Barcelona has a grants service that handles public (MEC and AGAUR), private and UIC Barcelona grants. To know more, click on the corresponding section.

              Student loans

              UIC Barcelona has agreements with a number of banks that offer special conditions on student loans.

                  Discounts

                  You may be eligible for a discount for studying at UIC Barcelona owing to your circumstances.

                    Aptitude

                    What is the Aptitude Test?

                    The Personal Aptitude Test (in Spanish, “PAP”) is a compulsory test in order to enter Pre-Primary and Primary Education Bachelor's degrees in all the universities within the Catalan university system. It consists of two tests that evaluate communicative competence and critical reasoning and logical-mathematical competence. 

                    Why do I need to take the Personal Aptitude Test?

                    As a teacher, a sense of vocation is essential, because you will become an example to follow in terms of attitudes and values, you will educate and teach people who will become the society of tomorrow. However, it is also crucial to show that you have the necessary skills to become a teacher. It is essential to pass this test, as well as the Spanish national university entrance exams (PAU), in order to be able to enter the Education Bachelor's Degrees. 

                    How is the Personal Aptitude Test scored?

                    The final mark for your Personal Aptitude Test will be a Pass or a Fail.

                    You pass the test if you gain a final mark equal to or above five out of ten. This final mark is calculated from the average for the two tests. Once you have passed it, the Personal Aptitude Test is valid indefinitely. 

                    When can I sit the Personal Aptitude Test?

                    There are two sittings:

                    • Saturday, April 10
                    • Friday, July 16 (special sitting) 

                    You can find out more about the enrolment dates and process here.

                    The results of the Personal Aptitude Test are published on the government site Portal d'accés a la universitat. 

                    Who has to take the Personal Aptitude Test?

                    • Spanish Baccalaureate students.
                    • Spanish Higher Level Vocational Training students.
                    • Students coming from any education system other than Spain.
                    • Students who are entering the Education Bachelor's degrees through an academic record transfer.
                    • Students who are applying to university via the specific entrance exams for 25s, over 40s or over 45s.
                    • Students who, having sat the Spanish national university entrance exams (PAU) exams or the specific entrance exams for over 25s or 45s before 2017, have not met the requirements of the Personal Aptitude Test set out for pre-enrolment in 2014, 2015 and 2016. 

                    Who is exempt from taking the Personal Aptitude Test?

                    • Students who have passed their PAP tests (personal aptitude tests) in 2017, 2018, 2019 or 2020. 
                    • Students from years prior to 2017 who met the PAP test criteria as set out for pre-registration at university in 2014, 2015 and 2016*.
                    • Holders of a university degree or equivalent.

                    If I fail the Personal Aptitude Test in April, can I take it again in July?

                    You can take the test as many times as you like. However, please bear in mind that if you pass it in the special sitting in July, you will not have your place reserved for the programme chosen in your pre-enrolment in June. However, if you have taken the entrance exams to study at the UIC Barcelona Faculty of Education, you have passed them and you have reserved a place, we will keep your place for you until you find out the results of the July Personal Aptitude Test. 

                    How can I study for the Personal Aptitude Test?

                    You need to study for the exam individually, using the test models available on the website Universitats.gencar.cat. You can also find out here how we can help you from the  UIC Barcelona Faculty of Education.

                    Education degree entrance exam preparation course

                    On-site course aimed at reinforcing logical-mathematical and communicative competences. The content and exercises will be similar to those the participants will find on the Personal Aptitude Test (PAP). Class will take place in the Faculty of Education.

                    Price: €180 (this amount will be deducted from the cost of tuition)

                    Virtual classes

                    Virtual classes schedule:

                    • Monday, 6 to 9 p.m. - Logical-mathematical competences 
                    • Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m. - Communicative competences 

                    Dates: 

                    • First sitting: From March 1 to April 7, 2021 *.
                    • Second sitting: From June 28 to July 14, 2021.*

                    * There will be no classes due to the Easter holidays from 29/03 to 05/04.   

                    Coordinating teaching staff: Xavier Oliva.

                    International mobility

                    Study abroad temporarly

                    As a student in this degree programme, you may complete part of your degree or a work experience placement abroad and receive academic recognition.

                    Spend a semester or a full academic year at one of your Faculty’s partner universities or find a company abroad to do an internship. You may also:

                    For information about everything you need to do before, during and after your mobility stay, check out the "Study abroad" section and download all the documentation specific to your Faculty:

                    If you are student of one of the double degrees you can also access the mobility opportunities of these faculties.

                    Study with us temporarily

                    If you are a student at another university in Spain, or in another country, you can come to do a mobility stay at UIC Barcelona during a semester or academic year.

                    Visit the international exchange students site for more information and, download here all the specific documentation of this faculty:

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