"The first year, we designed a quantitative study from scratch. The second year, a qualitative study. The third year, a mixed-methods study. Each year, a different project—and always as a team."
- 30 ECTS spread over 3 academic years
- In-person format
School of Psychology and Education
INICIA is a programme the School of Education and Psychology that supports students interested in research over the course of three academic years. Throughout the programme and conduct real research projects, collaborate with students from other universities, and learn science by doing science. The program is offered in person, alongside the Bachelor's Degree.

"The first year, we designed a quantitative study from scratch. The second year, a qualitative study. The third year, a mixed-methods study. Each year, a different project—and always as a team."
INICIA was created as part of UFV’s Bachelor's Degree Psychology to support students who are curious about the scientific method and want to experience it firsthand: by asking their own questions, collecting data, making mistakes, and adjusting their course with the help of a mentor. It is not just another course; it is a three-year program that is taken alongside the degree program.

Requirements
How do you sign up?
The programme €680 per year. There are several payment options and associated scholarships.
In general, payment for the programme made in two installments:
Students may choose, on a voluntary basis, to pay the full amount of programme a single payment at the start of the program.
This program option may be eligible for a discount on the total amount, the amount of which will be determined and communicated by the programme administration.
Failure to meet the deadlines set for payment of dues will result in:
Scholarships ranging from 20% to 40% may be awarded, subject to proper verification, based on financial hardship or academic excellence.
If you're a student interested in research, please write to us. The programme coordinators will contact programme and answer your questions about admission, scholarships, and tuition.