Psychology, Master of Science

Distance learning program @ DIPLOMA University 

👉 The master's distance learning programme in Psychology at DIPLOMA University offers a comprehensive education with a special focus on Clinical Psychology and Psychological Empowerment. With partnerships in Magdeburg, the programme provides practice-oriented learning combined with a high degree of personal responsibility and self-study. Students acquire extensive knowledge in various psychological disciplines and can set individual priorities through numerous elective subjects. The practical training offers career prospects in psychotherapy, health promotion, and personnel management, as well as the opportunity for a doctorate.

At a Glance

🏫 Provider DIPLOMA University, UAS based in Bad Sooden-Allendorf (Germany)
The DIPLOMA University is a state-recognized private university that offers flexible study models such as online distance learning, dual study programmes, and face-to-face study. With over 40 degree programmes in areas such as health, business, and technology, it enables part-time learning and practice-oriented research. Sustainability, social responsibility, and international cooperation shape the profile of the university.
🎓 Field of Study Health & SocialPsychology
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 4 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Clinical sciences, psychotherapy theories and schools, psychological assessment, quantitative research methods, clinical psychology and psychotherapy, psychological empowerment and positive psychology, project work and communication of scientific results
📚 Electives Clinical Neuropsychology, Cognitive Psychology, Psychology of Behaviour Change, Clinical Psychological and Psychosocial Prevention, Rehabilitation Psychology, Neurobiology of Psychotherapy
📅 Enrollment Winter or summer semester
💶 Fees
from 279 € monthly
from 13249 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.diploma.de

Admission requirements

Passed bachelor's examination in psychology at DIPLOMA University with at least "satisfactory" or passed bachelor's or diploma examination in a related or similar field of study at another university or college with a minimum of 180 credits and at least "satisfactory" or an equivalent foreign degree in a related or similar field with a standard period of study of at least six semesters (equivalent to 180 credits) with at least "satisfactory".

Applicants whose final grade of their first academic degree is "sufficient" are not eligible for the master's programme. Applicants with a grade of "satisfactory" must demonstrate in a classification interview that they are capable of successfully completing a master's programme.

Please note: In order to successfully complete the master's programme, you need a minimum level of competence in statistics, clinical psychology, as well as the basic subjects of psychology. Based on an individual assessment of prior knowledge in these areas, it will be decided if participation in bridging courses may be necessary.

Details

The Master's distance learning programme in Psychology at DIPLOMA Hochschule offers a solid education with a clear focus on Clinical Psychology and psychological empowerment. The programme is aimed at those who wish to acquire a method-oriented understanding of psychology and is offered in cooperation with MEU in Magdeburg. The programme is available in both part-time over five semesters and full-time over four semesters, with a total of 120 ECTS earned. The curriculum is specifically designed to train skills in the field of psychotherapy, following the standards of the German Society for Psychology (DGPs).

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Students will gain competencies in various areas such as psychological diagnostics, quantitative research methods, and communicating scientific results. In addition to the core curriculum, students can further specialise through elective courses in Clinical Neuropsychology or Cognitive Psychology. The programme is highly practice-oriented, with regular practice sessions and a 9-week internship integrated, which can be completed in social institutions or in the business sector. Approximately a quarter of the seminars take place in person, either in Magdeburg or Munich, providing the opportunity to interact directly with lecturers and fellow students.

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Graduates have the opportunity to pursue a career in psychosocial health promotion, preventing mental disorders, or in personnel management. The path to psychotherapy training is also open, depending on the specific regulations of each country. The Master's programme also offers the possibility of pursuing a doctorate and is a recognized international qualification.

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