Student representative:
Giancarlo Marzano
g.marzano@studenti.unint.eu
a.lanzante@studenti.unint.eu
The Juvenile Deviance program of the Master's Degree in Psychology of Learning and Inclusion Processes (LM-51) trains graduates qualified to practice as psychologists, equipped with solid theoretical and methodological skills for understanding, assessing, and designing interventions in contexts of psychosocial vulnerability and developmental deviance. The program represents an advanced qualification opportunity for professionals capable of working in educational, social, and healthcare systems, integrating psychological, educational, and institutional perspectives into a systemic understanding of juvenile distress.
The training program focuses on developmental, educational, and clinical psychology, with a particular focus on risk and protection processes, the prevention of deviance, and the promotion of well-being. In addition to these areas, transversal skills in general, social, and community psychology are developed, fostering interdisciplinary training aimed at comprehensive child care.
Psychologists trained in this area are expected to work collaboratively with schools, families, community services, and the juvenile justice system, contributing to the development of personalized educational programs, the prevention of hardship, and social reintegration. The training aims to develop skills in integrated psychosocial assessment, individualized educational planning, and multidisciplinary teamwork, with a focus on social responsibility and inclusion.
Among the most relevant training activities of the Course are the 20 CFU practical-evaluative internship, aimed at acquiring operational skills in educational and social-healthcare settings. The training program is also enhanced by application laboratories and innovative teaching methodologies.
Thanks to the UNINT teaching formula, lessons can be followed both in person and in live streaming Through the UNINT Everywhere platform. Admission to the course is through a competitive process that includes a curriculum evaluation and a mandatory knowledge test.
Professional profile and career opportunities
The graduate is qualified to practice as a psychologist, with the possibility of working as a psychotherapist after completing training to practice psychotherapy (specialization schools). More specifically, the course is aimed at qualifying psychologists for learning and inclusion processes – Juvenile Deviance – a professional figure oriented towards intervention in contexts of developmental and social distress, with particular reference to childhood and adolescence.
Professionals trained in this field can work in socio-educational and socio-health services, in educational communities, in prevention and recovery centres, in juvenile justice services and in third sector organisations, carrying out psychological and psychosocial assessment activities, individualized educational planning, implementation and monitoring of interventions. Graduates are expected to contribute to the analysis of risk conditions, the development of functional profiles, and the definition of integrated intervention mechanisms, in collaboration with schools, families, and local resources, participating in primary and secondary prevention, social reintegration, and the promotion of well-being.
The training also allows students to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams with educators, social workers, healthcare professionals, and members of the justice system, fostering continuity between the clinical, educational, and social dimensions. Finally, the program provides a solid foundation for further specialization programs, particularly in forensic psychology, applied criminology, and developmental psychology, as well as research and advanced training programs.
The main functions associated with the outgoing professional profile include:
- Contribute to the assessment of situations of psychosocial vulnerability and the educational needs of minors;
- design and implement individualized psychoeducational interventions and support and recovery paths;
- participate in the construction of operational profiles and the definition of integrated intervention projects;
- activate risk and discomfort prevention programs and collaborate in the promotion of adaptive evolutionary trajectories;
- operate in the processes of combating school dropout, supporting parenting and promoting well-being in educational contexts;
- Network with local services and institutions, contributing to the development of practices geared toward social inclusion and ethical responsibility.
Accreditation and Membership
UNINT is a partner of leading international academic associations that promote the adoption of quality standards of excellence in educational and scientific activities.
Due to its recognised quality requirements in language training, the Department of International Humanities and Social Sciences is among the four Italian members of CIUTI (Conférence Internationale Permanente d'Instituts Universitaires de Traducteurs et Interprètes) and its Master's degree course in Interpreting and Translation (LM-94) is part of the EMT network (European Master's in Translation) promoted by the European Commission. Moreover, UNINT is a member of AACSB – Business Education Alliance and has started the accreditation procedure for its Degree courses in the area of economics and business.
As part of the activities related to quality assurance, since 2021 UNINT has been certified in accordance with the regulation UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015On February 8, 2021, the first certificate was issued, confirmed for 2022 and 2023. In 2024, the new certificate was obtained and on January 30, 2026, the certification was confirmed for the year 2026. UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015 for "Teaching, training, research and third mission activities", attesting to the correct definition and execution of the processes implemented within the University.
Courses
The training program is structured to provide solid knowledge and tools in the following areas over the course of two years of study:
- i cognitive, emotional, and motivational processes involved in development and adaptation, with particular attention to conditions of evolutionary vulnerability;
- la developmental clinical psychology, with reference to neurodevelopmental disorders and the assessment of psychological functioning;
- la psychology of education and educational contexts, in a systemic perspective oriented towards the prevention of discomfort and the promotion of well-being;
- le Investigation and research methodologies in educational and socio-social contexts, aimed at assessing needs and designing integrated interventions;
- la psychology of deviance and victimization, with insights into interpretative models, risk and protection factors and intervention strategies in juvenile rehabilitation contexts
- i ethical, deontological and normative principles which regulate professional practice in educational, social-health and juvenile justice services.
Digital skills and laboratories
The professionalizing profile of the address is enriched by the presence of the Juvenile rehabilitation laboratory, an experiential training space dedicated to designing interventions in contexts of developmental fragility and deviance, which promotes the integration of theoretical knowledge, operational skills, and multidisciplinary teamwork.
As part of the overall offering of the LM-51 Master's Degree Course, students can also access cross-disciplinary laboratories oriented towards didactic innovation and technologies applied to learning processes.
Language training and certifications
Graduates will develop solid skills in intercultural communication, thanks to the presence of an English language course specifically dedicated to scientific terminology.
To find out the entry and exit levels of each language course in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR), visit the following link.
The University Language Centre grants new students enrolled for the 2026/2027 academic year (Bachelor’s or Master's degree courses in any of the Degree courses offered by the University) the opportunity to take an international certification examination , at no additional cost, choosing from among the certifications offered through the University’s partnership agreements.
Curriculum
2026/2027 academic year
This page contains information about programmes for students who intend to start their academic career in autumn 2026. The information is up to date at the date of publication, although some changes may be necessary.
ECTS
1st year
ECTS
Psychology of Learning Processes and Motivation
The course delves into the fundamental principles of the psychology of learning and motivation, focusing on mental processes. The goal is to develop skills to best understand learning and provide effective tools to motivate in educational contexts.
6
Psychology of neurodevelopmental disorders
The course delve into the scientific understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders. The main objective is to provide skills to analyse, diagnose and treat conditions such as ADHD, autism and intellectual disability. The course explores theories, diagnostic methodologies and therapeutic strategies for targeted intervention.
6
Psychology of thoughts and emotions
The course investigates human thought and emotions through a scientific approach. The aim is to develop critical understanding and analytical skills by examining theories of emotions, thought processes and their practical applications in contemporary psychology.
8
Methods of investigation and research in educational contexts
The course aims to examine in depth advanced methodological skills in the field of educational research. Investigation techniques, data analysis and their interpretation are explored. The objective is to train researchers capable of actively contributing to the understanding and evolution of educational contexts.
8
Educational psychology and personal development
The course delves into the psychology of education and individual development, exploring educational theories and practices. The objective is to train professionals able to understand and promote psychological development in educational contexts, analysing the environmental factors that influence the learning process.
8
Psychology of educational contexts
The course delves into the understanding of educational contexts through the perspective of psychology. It explores psychological dynamics in education, with the aim of developing skills to understand and address psychological challenges within educational contexts.
6
Clinical psychology of educational contexts
The course focuses on the use of clinical psychology within educational contexts. Students will explore the intricate psychological dynamics that impact learning and development in educational settings, gaining practical skills to address specific challenges in this field.
6
Scientific English
The course aims to develop specific linguistic skills for communication in scientific contexts. The primary objective is to achieve mastery in the use of scientific English, improving both the understanding and the production of texts, speeches and documents in the scientific field.
6
2nd year
Social construction and Learning
The course investigates the impact of society on the learning process, analysing social dynamics, cultural contexts and factors that shape educational practices. It aims to develop a critical understanding of the interconnections between society and learning, highlighting the significant links between these two fields.
8
Ethics, professional ethics and school legislation
The course delves into ethics and deontology in the professional field, with particular attention to school legislation. It analyses the ethical principles and regulations that guide professional practice in the field of education, aiming to develop a critical awareness of the legal and moral responsibilities involved.
8
Psychology of deviance and juvenile victimology
The course develops theoretical knowledge and skills for prevention, intervention, and victim support, with a focus on vulnerable groups. Students will acquire tools to design effective interventions, offer psychological support, and collaborate in investigative processes with awareness and professional ethics. An active focus will also be on graphology and drawing interpretation.
6
Other activities
Juvenile rehabilitation laboratory
The workshop offers students hands-on experience in juvenile rehabilitation settings, allowing for a critical analysis of the main educational intervention strategies established as best practices. Different forms of deviance will be analyzed with a view to offering personalized interventions aimed at the individual's effective well-being.
4
2 free-choice courses.
Suggested
Deviance theory and Criminogenesis
Juvenile deviance and educational rehabilitation contexts
Suggested
Deviance theory and Criminogenesis
Juvenile deviance and educational rehabilitation contexts
Deviance theory and Criminogenesis
The course explores the psychology of deviance, analyzing behaviors that deviate from social norms through in-depth analysis of theories and explanatory models, understanding the psychological dynamics underlying deviant behavior and its implications for society. Finally, the correlation is analyzed.
Juvenile deviance and educational rehabilitation contexts
The course investigates the main forms of juvenile deviance and analyses the recovery contexts aimed at ensuring a reintroduction into contemporary society starting from an analysis of the social, psychological and legislative factors of the Italian context.
6 + 6
Practical Evaluation Internship
20
Final test
8
Curriculum Compilation Guide
At the beginning of the academic year, the University organises dedicated sessions to guide students through the completion of their curricula. During these sessions, which involve faculty, the Orientation Office, and the Student Secretariat, studetns receive technical instructions on how to complete their curriculum, as well as general information regarding the training offer and the awarding of credits.
Study and internship experiences abroad
Given the University's strong international outlook, UNINT's Degree courses offer students the opportunity to spend a period abroad for study or internship purposes, thanks to a network of over 100 international agreements with European and non-European universities. The University also has around 700 active agreements for internships and work placements with public and private institutions in Italy and abroad.
The Master's degree course includes a 20 ECTS mandatory internship, which will be carried out at qualified external institutions affiliated with the university, such as public or private healthcare facilities accredited with the Italian National Health Service. During the internship, the student will have the opportunity to understand the use of the main cognitive tools (e.g. psychodiagnostic tests) and intervention tools for prevention, diagnosis and support in the psychological and school context aimed at the individual (e.g. the student), the group (e.g. the class), social organisations and the school community (e.g. the school). The student will also be able to understand those activities related to experimentation, research and teaching in this field.
Admission requirements and verification of initial preparation
Admission to the Master's degree course in Psychology of Learning and Inclusion Processes (LM-51) is possible if the following requirements are met: a Bachelor's degree, diploma or other university qualification obtained abroad, recognised as suitable on the basis of the current legislation, in the following degree classes pursuant to Ministerial Decree 270/04 or in the corresponding courses pursuant to Ministerial Decree 509/99: L-24.
Those in possess of degree classes other than those previously mentioned need to have acquired 88 ECTS in at least six different scientific-disciplinary sectors, including the following: M-PSI/01, M-PSI/02, M-PSI/03, M-PSI/04, M-PSI/05, M-PSI/06, M-PSI/07, M-PSI/08.
The assessment of personal preparation will be carried out through a competition procedure, which involves an evaluation of the previous curriculum of studies and a mandatory test aimed at verifying knowledge, which will be held in person. Only candidates who meet the curricular requirements can access the personal preparation assessment.
For the academic year 2026/2027 the test will take place in-presence on the following dates:
- 29 May 2026 | 10:00 am
- June 19, 2026 | 10:00
- 10 July 2026 | 10:00 am
- September 11, 2026 | 10:00 pm
- September 25, 2026 | 10:00 pm
- 8 October 2026 | 11:00 am
- 22 October 2026 | 11:00 am
The test will include the following domains: psychophysiological processes underlying behaviour, general psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, dynamics of human relationships, psychological investigation methodologies, statistical and psychometric methods, IT procedures for data processing and advanced knowledge of the English language.
Detailed information on scheduled access will be made available in the upcoming call for applications.
Tuition fee, scholarships and financial aids
Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma - UNINT provides for a banded tuition fee system that rewards scholastic and university merit as well as scholarships linked to talent and social and civil commitment for high school graduates, students about to graduate and graduates.
To find out about the tuition fees, scholarships and financial aids.
Furthermore, students who intend to enrol can, as would be the case by enrolling at a State University, access the Right to Study Call for Applications, through which DiSCo (regional body for the right to education and knowledge) and Regione Lazio provide benefits and services to university students to guarantee the right to study in accordance with Article 34 of the Italian Constitution, which enshrines the principle of equal educational opportunities.
By participating in the call for applications, it is possible to access scholarships and receive financial support to cover university costs.
The services offered also include accommodation in student residences, and subsidised access to the canteen with meals at reduced costs. International mobility grants are also provided to support students during periods of study or internship abroad, thus facilitating international educational experiences.
The call for application is published every year on the website http://www.laziodisco.it/.
For further information, please consult the Valid identity document and contact the relevant office whose contact details are given below.
Contacts Right to study
Sonia Fronte
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
E-mail: dirittoallostudio@unint.eu
Tel (+39) 06.510.777.296
UNINT Accommodation agreements
Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma – UNINT has entered into agreements with various residential facilities and specialised platforms in order to facilitate students' access to housing solutions at advantageous conditions.
Detailed information on affiliated facilities and benefits are available in the dedicated section on the University's website.
Course of Study Steering Committee
Alessandro Frolli, President of the Master's Degree Course in Psychology of Learning and Inclusion Processes (LM-51)
Alessandro De Nisco, Director of UNINT Department of International Humanities and Social Sciences
Christina Stingher, INVALSI Researcher
Octavius ​​Rosati, Scientific Director of the Institute of Dynamically Oriented Psychodrama (IPOD)
Barbara Summo, Psychologist – Psychotherapist – Director of the National Order of Psychologists
Carlo Ricci, Scientific Director Walden – Professor Pontifical Salesian University
