Program Overview

The Psychology: Coaching & Vitality in Organisations program is a Master's track offered by the University of Amsterdam.

Program Details

• Program type: Master
• Study load: 60 EC
• Duration: 1 year
• Language of instruction: English
• Program format: Full-time, daytime education

Entry Requirements and Admission Criteria

For information on entry requirements and admission criteria, please refer to the relevant section.

Learning Objectives

After completing this master's track, students can:

1. Evaluate psychological theories, models, approaches, and research findings in the field of occupational health psychology and coaching.
2. Evaluate complex occupational health psychological issues in practice using relevant theories and models.
3. Develop scientifically informed solutions and interventions for complex occupational health psychological issues in practice.
4. Evaluate relevant professional skills (e.g., coaching, counseling) to solve problems in the area of occupational health psychology and coaching.
5. Derive hypotheses (predictions) or research questions (problems) based on scientific literature or theory.
6. Develop the appropriate research design (including procedures and materials) corresponding to research questions and hypotheses.
7. Develop a data processing strategy and process appropriate data corresponding to their research questions and hypotheses.
8. Use the appropriate analysis techniques corresponding to their research questions and hypotheses and correctly interpret the output in light of their research questions and hypotheses.
9. Write a report (paper) of scientific results adapted to the audience.
10. Present and discuss scientific results adapted to the audience.
11. Effectively act according to the different steps of the self-regulation process (goal setting, planning, performing, and evaluating/reflecting) for the benefit of the task performance.
12. Effectively act according to the various steps of the self-regulation process (goal setting, planning, performing, and evaluating/reflecting) toward the desired field of work or profession.
13. Effectively act the different steps of the (self-)regulation process (goal setting, planning, performing, and evaluating/reflecting) together with peers for the purpose of a joint activity or outcome.
14. Effectively act in accordance with the guidelines for scientific integrity, ethical research, and rules of professional conduct required of psychologists (Professional Code of Ethics for Psychologists).

Program Goals

The program aims to educate students as critical and analytic professionals who are able to function on an evidence-based manner and are able to improve practice in occupational health psychology based on scientific knowledge.

BAPD Certificate

The WOP Master's program Coaching & Vitality in Organisations offers the possibility of obtaining the NIP-registered BAPD certificate (Basisaantekening Psychodiagnostiek) for students with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with WOP specialization. To obtain the BAPD certificate, students must take the course Human Resource Management and Psychological Assessment as an elective and complete a BAPD report on three cases during the Master's internship.

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.