Program Overview

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Introduction to the MSc Global-MINDS Program

The Master of Erasmus Mundus in the Psychology of Global Mobility, Inclusion and Diversity in Society (Global-MINDS) is a unique joint master's degree program. It provides an opportunity to gain a joint degree in the field of Social and Cultural Psychology.

Program Details

• Duration: 2 years
• Mode: Full-time
• Language: English
• Credits: 120 ECTS
• The program is jointly delivered by:
  • University of Limerick (UL), Limerick, Ireland
  • ISCTE Lisbon University Institute (ISCTE-IUL), Lisbon, Portugal
  • SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities (SWPS), Warsaw, Poland
  • University of Oslo (UiO), Oslo, Norway

Eligibility and Application

• Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 100 ECTS in Psychology and research methods
• English proficiency of B2 level or higher
• Please check the official program website for the application and full details on requirements

Tuition Fee

• Tuition Fee (per year): 4500 EU and 9000 non-EU

ERASMUS MUNDUS Scholarships

Starting with Academic Year 2023, for the next 4 cohorts of students, the program offers:

• Full scholarships: 1,400 per month for the 2 years (amounting to 33,600)
• Partial scholarships: these involve waivers of the tuition fees
• For each cohort, 10 full scholarships and 15 partial scholarships are available

Program Structure

During the 2-year program, students gain first-hand intercultural experience while studying in at least two Partner Universities, complete a summer school where they receive additional knowledge and skills, participate in a 300-hour internship, and write a research-based M.A. thesis.

Mobility Paths

The master course is designed to deliver high-quality international training in scientific knowledge on themes of extreme social relevance, including diversity and inclusion, global mobility and acculturation, and migrant health. Thanks to the international component, the breadth of topics, and the combination of theory and practice, the Global-MINDS program in Social and Cultural Psychology is unique among social sciences programs available around the world.

According to the mobility map, Global-MINDS students start either at ISCTE-IUL (Lisbon, Portugal) or SWPS (Warsaw, Poland). They then spend their 2nd semester at one of the other two Partner Universities (Ireland or Norway). Three mobility paths, focusing on societal issues, ensure that students experience the highest level of diversity in regard to cultural, socioeconomic, academic conditions, and educational contents.

Mobility Path A, Culture & Diversity

• Semester 1 at ISCTE-University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL), Lisbon, Portugal
• Semester 2 at University of Limerick (UL), Limerick, Ireland

Mobility Path B, Mobility & Society

• Semester 1 at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Warsaw, Poland
• Semester 2 at University of Oslo (UiO), Oslo, Norway

Mobility Path C, Inclusion & Health

• Semester 1 at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Warsaw, Poland
• Semester 2 at University of Limerick (UL), Limerick, Ireland

Career Opportunities

The thematic Master's Degree in Social and Cultural Psychology is a valuable diploma, providing an educational background and competencies sought after by employers in many fields. The Global-MINDS program is designed to meet the growing need for experts who are trained in dealing with the complexity of interactions among people of different cultures, ethnicities, and social groups.

Global-MINDS graduates find employment opportunities in:

• Business organizations (e.g., human resources management, international marketing, and international management and administration)
• Communities (e.g., evaluation of diversity programs in the community)
• Health sector (e.g., dealing with health disparities, cultural health beliefs, and communication barriers for migrants)
• NGOs (e.g., the Psychology Coalition at the United Nations)
• Media, Public Relations, and Education (e.g., educational school programs on ethnic and cultural diversity of students)
• Development and International Agencies (e.g., humanitarian aid workers)
• Governments (e.g., Public Policy Departments) and local authorities (e.g., dealing with migration-related issues at a local level)
• Intergovernmental Organizations (e.g., UNESCO)
• Research (within and outside academia)
• Diplomacy and Foreign Relations
• Counselling, Cultural Consultancy
• Cultural Training, Cultural Mediation, and Negotiations

Conclusion

The Global-MINDS program provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in a comprehensive and interdisciplinary study of social and cultural psychology, with a focus on global mobility, inclusion, and diversity. The program's international component, combined with its emphasis on theory and practice, makes it an attractive option for students seeking a career in this field.