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Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jena
Psychology
Subjects: Psychology
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Building on the foundation of a B.Sc. in Psychology, the M.Sc. Psychology program with a focus on Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience equips you with essential knowledge and methodological skills. This innovative and interdisciplinary program emphasizes both experimental approaches and modern neuroscientific methods. The curriculum covers a range of topics, including neuroscientific, cognitive, social, developmental, and clinical subjects. It deepens your applied knowledge through hands-on experiences. In project seminars, you will work in small groups to empirically address specific research questions. This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, preparing you for advanced research and professional practice in these fields.
Program Information
| Study Location | Jena |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Part-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 273 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
English language proficiency at level B2
Qualification Requirements
For this master's programme, you need a subject-specific bachelor of science degree (minimum 6 semesters/180 ECTS credits) in psychology or a comparable undergraduate degree in combination with a personal suitability for the programme. Your degree must include: 30 ECTS credits in psychological methodology, 10 of which in statistics, 40 ECTS credits of basic knowledge such as General Psychology, Biological Psychololgy, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology as well as Differential and Personality Psychology, Modules taken in at least two areas of application (e.g. Work and Organisational Psychology, Pedagogical Psychology, Clinical Psychology). Altogether, your degree must include lessons or modules in psychology amounting to at least 150 ECTS credits.
Document Requirements
CV University entrance qualification certificate Previous university degrees earned Corresponding transcripts Proof of subject-specific scientific suitability in the chosen area of specialisation, where applicable
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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