Master of Arts in Psychology with a Clinical Focus
A comprehensive Master's programme exploring psychoanalytic theory, clinical diagnostics, and research methods in Berlin.
Best for:Best for students with a background in psychology or social sciences seeking a clinical career grounded in psychoanalytic theory.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Psychology with a Clinical Focus at the International Psychoanalytic University Berlin offers a deep exploration of the human psyche through psychodynamic and psychoanalytical lenses. This full-time programme bridges the gap between natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences to provide a robust foundation in both theory and practice. Students engage with a curriculum that emphasizes diagnostics, counselling, and therapeutic competencies while maintaining a strong focus on research methodology. The programme is designed to prepare graduates for diverse professional paths, including clinical practice or further academic research.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits across four semesters of full-time study.
- Engage in coursework covering reflexive psychology, social psychology, and developmental psychopathology.
- Develop proficiency in fundamental diagnostics, counselling, and psychotherapeutic intervention.
- Conduct a mandatory work placement of at least 330 hours to gain practical experience.
- Author a Master's thesis during the final semester of the programme.
- Participate in research methods training to support evidence-based practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field in humanities/social sciences with at least 60 ECTS credits in psychology.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; C1 level (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, or Cambridge C1 Advanced).
Instruction: English
- Academic background in psychology or social sciences.
- English language proficiency at C1 level.
- Ability to engage with complex psychoanalytic and psychological theories.
- Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree.
- International applicants must meet visa and residence permit requirements for Germany.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-08-30
Applications must be submitted through the uni-assist portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and language certificates are prepared for upload.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
- CV
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