Program Overview
Program Overview
The Kandidatuddannelsen i psykologi (Cand.psych.) is a two-year master's program in psychology offered by the University of Copenhagen. The program focuses on the practical application of psychology and covers various areas, including clinical psychology, work and organizational psychology, neuropsychology, and social, developmental, and integration psychology.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field. The program has a limited number of spots available, and admission is based on a competitive selection process. Applicants must submit their applications through the university's online application portal.
Admission Criteria
The admission criteria for the program include:
- A bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field
- A minimum GPA of 7.0 (on a scale of 1-12)
- Proficiency in Danish and English (B level)
- Relevant work experience or research experience (optional)
Program Structure
The program consists of four semesters, with a combination of compulsory and elective courses. The first year focuses on theoretical and methodological courses, while the second year includes a research project and a specialization in one of the four main areas of psychology.
Compulsory Courses
The compulsory courses include:
- Videregående anvendt teori og metode (Advanced Applied Theory and Method)
- Psykologisk testning (Psychological Testing)
- Avanceret metode (Advanced Methodology)
- Valgfag (Elective Course)
Elective Courses
The elective courses include:
- Klinisk psykologi (Clinical Psychology)
- Arbejds- og organisationspsykologi (Work and Organizational Psychology)
- Neuropsykologi (Neuropsychology)
- Social-, udviklings- og integrationspsykologi (Social, Developmental, and Integration Psychology)
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields, including:
- Clinical psychology
- Work and organizational psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Social, developmental, and integration psychology
- Research and academia
Career Paths
Some potential career paths for graduates include:
- Clinical psychologist
- Work and organizational psychologist
- Neuropsychologist
- Social, developmental, and integration psychologist
- Researcher or academic
Research Areas
The program covers various research areas, including:
- Clinical psychology
- Work and organizational psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Social, developmental, and integration psychology
Research Focus
The research focus of the program includes:
- Theoretical and methodological approaches to psychology
- Practical applications of psychology in various fields
- Interdisciplinary approaches to psychology
Student Life
The program offers a range of extracurricular activities and student organizations, including:
- PsykRådet (Psychology Council)
- SamfRådet (Social Science Council)
- Dræberkaninen (Psychology Café)
- Frontallapperne (Psychology Party Committee)
- Torsdagsbaren (Thursday Bar)
Campus Life
The program is located on the City Campus of the University of Copenhagen, which offers a range of facilities and services, including:
- Library and study spaces
- Cafes and restaurants
- Sports and recreational facilities
- Student organizations and clubs
Contact Information
For more information about the program, please contact the University of Copenhagen's admissions office or visit the program's website.
Similar Programs
Similar programs offered by the University of Copenhagen include:
- Pædagogik (Pedagogy)
- Medicin (Medicine)
- Antropologi (Anthropology)
- Audiologopædi (Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology)
- Sprogpsykologi (Language Psychology)