Master in Teacher Training for Compulsory Secondary Education, Upper Secondary Education and Vocational Training
Graduate School of Humanities and Communication
- Direction
- Prof. Ricardo Vergaz Benito, Prof. Miguel Costa García
- Language
- Spanish
- Attendance
- On-campus
- Credits
- 60
- Campus
- Getafe, Leganes
- Applications
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☛ Places available: 75 (25 for each specialty)
ADMISSION PROCESS OPEN UNTIL JULY 31
- Departments
- Departamento de Ciencias de la Educación (próximamente)
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Universidad Carlos III de Madrid reinforces its commitment to society by launching its new Master in Teacher Training for Compulsory Secondary Education, Baccalaureate and Vocational Training. This program was created with the goal of training the educators of tomorrow, combining a solid pedagogical foundation with innovative methodologies, a clear practical approach to the curriculum contents—including frequent workshops and 12 ECTS credits to be completed in educational centers—and the scientific rigor that characterizes our institution.
The new Master's program aims to offer a comprehensive and rigorous training on the various aspects of the teaching profession. Graduates of this Master's program will acquire the ability to apply the expected knowledge and skills, and will solve teaching-specific problems across the diverse environments and contexts in which their work takes place.
Students will be able to integrate their knowledge and face the complexity of the system and the teaching-learning processes, including relevant reflections on the social and ethical responsibilities linked to their roles as educators. They will master the classroom ecosystem through a direct immersion that will facilitate the acquisition of critical skills to lead it, ensuring an effective transition into professional practice and an empathetic capacity to respond to student diversity. They will know how to communicate and justify their conclusions, judgments, and decisions to both educational professionals and specialists, as well as to the school community and society at large.
The new Master's program will begin in the 2026/27 academic year, offering 3 specializations:
- Spanish Language and Literature (Getafe Campus)
- Philosophy (Getafe Campus)
- Technology (Leganés Campus)
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- CURRICULUM
- PHILOSOPHY
CURRICULUM | Specialism: Philosophy
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
📥 │ Syllabus content
The master's program is organized into five distinct modules:
- Generic Module and Transversal Module: these comprise the compulsory credits of the Curriculum, a total of 18 ECTS, distributed across six subjects in the first semester
- Specific Module: 24 ECTS distributed across three elective subjects, aimed at completing the Philosophy specialization
- External Academic Internships (PAE): these include 12 ECTS of practical training in educational centers
- Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
The Specific Module comprises a total of 24 ECTS credits distributed among the three subjects that make up the specialization in the corresponding discipline.
SPEACIALISM ECTS Philosophy 24 Year 1 - Semester 1
SPECIALISM: PHILOSOPHY Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Complementary knowledge in Philosophy 6 E 
Year 1 - Semester 2
General subjects Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Professional Practicum 12 C 
SPECIALISM: PHILOSOPHY Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Teaching and learning of Philosophy 12 E 
Innovation in teaching and introduction to research methods in Philosophy 6 E 
Master's Dissertation Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Master's Dissertation 6 TFM vacio C) Compulsory: 18 ECTS
E) Elective course (Specialism): 24 ECTS
Professional Practicum: 12 ECTS
Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
course Programs
- SPANISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
CURRICULUM | Specialism: SPANISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
📥 │ Syllabus content
The master's program is organized into five distinct modules:
- Generic Module and Transversal Module: these comprise the compulsory credits of the Curriculum, a total of 18 ECTS, distributed across six subjects in the first semester
- Specific Module: 24 ECTS distributed across three elective subjects, aimed at completing the Spanish Language and Literature specialization
- External Academic Internships (PAE): these include 12 ECTS of practical training in educational centers
- Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
The Specific Module comprises a total of 24 ECTS credits distributed among the three subjects that make up the specialization in the corresponding discipline.
SPEACIALISM ECTS Spanish Language and Literature 24 Year 1 - Semester 1
SPECIALISM: SPANISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Complementary knowledge in Spanish Language and Literature 6 E 
Year 1 - Semester 2
General subjects Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Professional Practicum 12 C 
SPECIALISM: SPANISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Teaching and learning of Spanish Language and Literature 12 E 
Innovation in teaching and introduction to research methods in Spanish Language and Literature 6 E 
Master's Dissertation Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Master's Dissertation 6 TFM vacio C) Compulsory: 18 ECTS
E) Elective course (Specialism): 24 ECTS
Professional Practicum: 12 ECTS
Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
course Programs
- TECHNOLOGY
CURRICULUM | Specialism: TECHNOLOGY
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
📥 │ Syllabus content
The master's program is organized into five distinct modules:
- Generic Module and Transversal Module: these comprise the compulsory credits of the Curriculum, a total of 18 ECTS, distributed across six subjects in the first semester
- Specific Module: 24 ECTS distributed across three elective subjects, aimed at completing the Technology specialization
- External Academic Internships (PAE): these include 12 ECTS of practical training in educational centers
- Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
The Specific Module comprises a total of 24 ECTS credits distributed among the three subjects that make up the specialization in the corresponding discipline.
SPEACIALISM ECTS Technology 24 Year 1 - Semester 1
SPECIALISM: TECHNOLOGY Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Complementary knowledge in Technology 6 E 
Year 1 - Semester 2
General subjects Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Professional Practicum 12 C 
SPECIALISM: TECHNOLOGY Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Teaching and learning of Technology 12 E 
Innovation in teaching and introduction to research methods in Technology 6 E 
Master's Dissertation Subjects ECTS TYPE Language Master's Dissertation 6 TFM vacio C) Compulsory: 18 ECTS
E) Elective course (Specialism): 24 ECTS
Professional Practicum: 12 ECTS
Master's Dissertation: 6 ECTS
course Programs
- PHILOSOPHY
- ADMISSION
- ADMISSION
Application
ADMISSION PROCESS 26/27
SECOND PERIOD: JUNE 21 TO JULY 31The request must be submitted electronically through our application system. Before beginning the admission process, please read the following information:
Requirements
Section 4.2 of Order ECI/3858/2007, of December 27, establishes the following admission requirements for the Master’s degree in relation to the students' prior university degree:
“For admission to the Master's degree, an entry requirement is established consisting of the accreditation of mastery of the competencies related to the specialization to be pursued, by means of an exam designed for this purpose by the Universities. Those in possession of any of the university degrees that correspond to the chosen specialization shall be exempt from this exam.”
By virtue of the foregoing, during the admission process, students must prove that they hold—or are in a position to hold within the period stipulated by the university—a degree that guarantees mastery of the competencies related to the specialization they wish to pursue.
Additionally, Section 4.2 of Order ECI/3858/2007, of December 27, establishes that a requirement for admission to the Master’s degree is the accreditation of proficiency in a foreign language, equivalent to level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Admission criteria
The student selection will be made on the following criteria:
ADMISSION CRITERIA WEIGHTING Academic record (grade point average out of 10)* 70% Student resume and motivation letter** 20% Proof of English proficiency at a level equal to or higher than B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages 10% *The student's average grade will be weighted according to the profiles listed in the following table:
📥 │ Table of Access Profiles by Specialty
**The highest score will be awarded to applicants who demonstrate, in their résumé, relevant academic achievements or other merits that indicate their readiness and potential for success in the program, and whose statement of purpose clearly outlines their goals, how those goals align with the program’s objectives, and their commitment to the field of study.
ADMISSION PROFILE
The master's program is designed for those who wish to obtain comprehensive, well-rounded training tailored to the current needs of the job market in order to pursue a career as a teacher in Compulsory Secondary Education, Upper Secondary Education, and/or Vocational Training.
Language requirements
The master’s program is taught in Spanish. Students whose native language is not Spanish must demonstrate their spoken and written proficiency at a level equal to or higher than B2 on the CEFR by submitting an official certificate or proof that they completed their previous university studies in Spanish.
In addition, Section 4.2 of Order ECI/3858/2007, dated December 27, stipulates that admission to the master’s program requires proof of proficiency in a foreign language equivalent to level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
students with foreign university degrees
Please note that due to the fact that this Master’s program grants you access to regulated professions, it needs to comply with a special legislation that requires those applicants with foreign degrees to have their degrees previously accredited and recognized by our Ministry of Education of Spain.
For more information, you should check the Ministry’s website: Higher Education Homologation. It is important to know that this process may take around 9 to 12 months, approximately.
For this reason, unless your previous studies have been previously accredited and recognized by our Ministry of Education, we strongly advise you not to apply for this Master’s program.
- ENROLLMENT
TUITION FEES*
Reservation fee: €450
- it will be paid once the student receives notification of admission to the master’s, and deducted from the first tuition payment
- the reservation fee will only be refunded if the master program is cancelled
EU STUDENTS (€16.92/ECTS) First academic year - 60 ECTS €1,015.2 NON EU STUDENTS (€126/ECTS) First academic year - 60 ECTS €7,560 NOTE: the indicated public prices do not include in any case, neither the ECTS corresponding to the Formative Complements that the student must take (only master's degrees with previous Formative Complements), nor the cost of issuing the master’s degree certificate.
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* Current fees for the academic year 25/26, pending approval by the Community of Madrid for the academic year 26/27.
Additional information
- You may enrol on the master’s degree after completing the admission process and receiving formal confirmation of your acceptance.
- When performing the enrolment you can choose between Full-time enrolment or Part-time enrolment.
- The email address provided upon enrolment will be used for formal communications; students are therefore kindly requested to check their mail regularly.
- Pursuant to the regulations of the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, a student failing to pay any part of the fees will not be admitted and the enrolment process will be terminated. In cases of cancellation of enrolment due to non-payment, the University may demand the payment of the pending amounts for enrolment in previous academic courses as a prior condition of enrolment.
No diploma or certificate will be issued if a student has any outstanding payments.
- ADMISSION
- SCHOLARSHIPS
General information on scholarships
For more information on specific scholarships of interest, awarded by the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid as well as other agencies or organizations, please refer here:
- PRACTICAL INFORMATION
MASTER'S COURSE SCHEDULE
- Check the Master's schedule | Specialism: Philosophy
- Check the Master's schedule | Specialism: Spanish Language and Literature
- Check the Master's schedule | Specialism: Technology
IMPORTANT
The second-semester Professional Practicum will take place in the MORNING. During this period, students will complete 4 hours of practicum in the morning at the school and 3 hours of teaching in the afternoon at the university.
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SPECIALTIES
GETAFE CAMPUS
Spanish Language and Literature
Philosophy
LEGANÉS CAMPUS
Technology
- QUALITY
GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
☛ First year offered: 2026
FAVORABLE VERIFICATION REPORT | JUNE 2026
PROGRAMME’S QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Academic Committee of the Master’s programme complies with the SGIC-UC3M and it is responsible for the follow-up, analysis, review, assessment and quality of the program, it contributes with proposals to improve the program and produces the “Memoria Académica de Titulación” (Programme Report).
Graduate Profile and Competences