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Who is the part-time degree course in Health Psychology suitable for?
The part-time Bachelor's degree in Health Psychology is aimed at people who want to actively contribute to the promotion of health and the prevention of diseases. The degree course is particularly suitable if you work or want to work in healthcare, social work, counselling, education, or business. It also offers coaches, nutritionists, yoga instructors, and personal trainers an additional academic qualification and expands your professional profile with sound psychological knowledge.
What admission requirements apply for the Bachelor's degree in Health Psychology?
The formal admission requirements are:
- General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or
- Advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachabitur) or
- Subject-specific higher education entrance qualification or
- Vocational training and professional experience in the field of the degree course
- Master craftsman certificate or a comparable advanced training qualification
In addition, you must provide proof of German language skills at least at level B2.
You should have an interest in psychological topics and health issues, as well as the motivation to pursue academic development. Initial experience in the fields of health, social affairs, or counselling, for example through training or professional activity, is advantageous. Since the degree is part-time and mostly organised online, self-motivation, self-organisation and a willingness to undertake regular practical phases (e.g. 800 hours or a case study) are required.
What content does the Bachelor's degree in Health Psychology cover?
In the Bachelor's degree in Health Psychology at Kolping University of Applied Sciences, you develop comprehensive competencies to promote people’s physical and mental health in a holistic way. You learn to identify risk factors and to create sustainable living and working conditions. The course provides you with knowledge in the following areas:
- Fundamentals of Psychology and Health Psychology
- Health Promotion, Prevention and Rehabilitation – development of tailored offers for various target groups
- Health Models and Influencing Factors – analysis of personal, social and structural conditions for health
- Educational Psychology & Diagnostics
- Occupational Health Management and management skills
- E-Health and Digitalisation in healthcare
- Quantitative Methods and academic working
- Personal Development and lifelong learning
- Working in the health and social system
- Embodiment – connection of body and mind
Practical skills are continuously honed through the close integration of theory and practice. You develop tools to provide support, for example, in stress management, addiction counselling or burnout prevention.
How is the Health Psychology degree structured?
The course is designed to be part-time alongside your job and lasts seven semesters (3.5 years). You mainly learn independently of location via modern online platforms and can flexibly integrate all modules into your daily routine. The schedule is organised as follows:
- Online presence study: interactive live lectures, digital learning materials and group work via the online campus
- Workshop days (Case Days) at the Cologne campus: 2–3 practical days per semester for in-depth case work, networking and application
- Practical phase (800 hours) or alternatively the preparation of an extensive case study
- Regular supervision by personal mentors as well as access to an online library and digital services
- Lectures also take place outside regular working hours, enabling you to combine work, family and study well
- Free extension and leave of absence semesters possible if you need more flexibility
You can choose to take exams online or on-site at the Cologne campus.
What career prospects does the Bachelor's degree in Health Psychology offer?
With the degree Bachelor of Arts in Health Psychology, you are well equipped for roles in health promotion, prevention and counselling. Possible career paths include:
- Positions in occupational health management in companies and organisations
- Consulting in health centres, social institutions, schools or municipalities
- Development and implementation of health-promoting programmes for prevention, rehabilitation or education
- Specialist roles in public administrations, associations, health insurance companies or NGOs in the healthcare sector
- Self-employed activities as a coach, adviser or trainer for health topics (e.g. in stress prophylaxis, nutrition, physical activity promotion)
The course is also an ideal scientific additional qualification for those already working in the healthcare sector or advisory professions who wish to expand their profile with in-depth psychological knowledge.
What costs should you expect for the Health Psychology degree?
For the part-time Bachelor’s degree, the following fees apply:
- €330 per month over 54 months
- €410 per month over 42 months (3.4% saving)
- €16,700 as a one-time payment (6.3% saving)
Previous qualifications, scholarships or employer subsidies can significantly reduce your costs. A free leave of absence semester or extension of the study period offer additional flexibility without extra costs. The fees can be claimed for tax purposes within the scope of job-related further education. Combine the course flexibly with other financing and funding options, for example through educational premiums or support from your employer.
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