Program Overview

The Bachelor's programme in Psychology is a three-year, full-time programme that introduces students to the field of psychology and its subdisciplines. The programme is taught in English and consists of 180 EC.

Programme Structure

• The first year introduces students to the field of psychology, including neuropsychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, work and organisational psychology, clinical psychology, and cognitive neuroscience.
  • Students also learn psychological research methods and academic and writing skills during practical training groups.
  • At the end of the year, students write a first-year thesis.
• The second year focuses on learning how to conduct research, including translating psychological questions into a research design, compiling a study, statistically analysing the data, and writing a research report.
  • Students also attend practical training in psychological communication skills.
• In the next semester, students choose their specialisation, which covers the second half of the second year of study.
  • The specialisation consists of a course package of one of the seven specialisations offered: Brain & Cognition, Clinical Developmental Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, Psychological Methods, Social Psychology, and Work and Organisational Psychology.
• In the first half of the third year, students further specialise by doing a course on methods & statistics and a bachelor's research project.
  • Students also choose two courses from a series of courses about current topics in psychology.
• In the last semester of the bachelor's programme, students choose between a) a second specialisation, b) a minor, or c) an exchange programme.

Specialisations

The programme offers seven specialisations:

• Brain & Cognition
• Clinical Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Psychological Methods
• Social Psychology
• Work and Organisational Psychology

Programme Details

• Programme type: Bachelor
• Study load: 180 EC
• Duration: 3 years
• Language of instruction: English
• Programme format: Full-time, daytime education

University of Amsterdam

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Overview:

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a renowned research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is one of Europe's leading universities, boasting over 40,000 students, 6,000 staff members, and 3,000 PhD candidates. The UvA is a hub for academic research and education, known for its commitment to connecting scientific research with societal challenges.

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Academic Programs:

The UvA offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

Bachelor's:

Over 20 English-taught programs are available.

Master's:

Over 150 English-taught programs are offered.

For Professionals:

Short-term and long-term programs for those seeking to continue their education alongside their careers.

Summer School:

The UvA Summer School provides a variety of courses for international students.

Open Programs:

The UvA offers open programs for those interested in exploring specific topics.

Exchange:

The UvA participates in various exchange programs, allowing students to study abroad.

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Other:

The UvA is known for its strong research focus, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence, social sciences, and natural sciences. The university also has a strong commitment to internationalization, with a diverse student body and faculty.