Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Copenhagen offers a comprehensive program in Clinical Psychology, providing students with a thorough understanding of psychological disorders, diagnostic techniques, and treatment methods.

Program Description

The program, titled "Klinisk Psykologi I" (Clinical Psychology I), is designed to introduce students to the field of clinical psychology, covering topics such as psychological disorders, diagnostic criteria, and treatment approaches. The program is open to Bachelor's and Master's students, as well as exchange and guest students from abroad.

Program Requirements

To participate in the program, students are required to have a basic understanding of psychology and statistics. Although not mandatory, it is recommended that students have completed courses in personality psychology, introduction to psychology, and statistics before enrolling in Clinical Psychology I.

Program Structure

The program consists of 28 hours of lectures and 28 hours of seminar sessions, totaling 56 hours of instruction. The lectures cover theoretical and methodological aspects of clinical psychology, while the seminar sessions focus on practical applications and discussions of case studies.

Assessment and Evaluation

The program includes a written exam, which consists of 30 multiple-choice questions and an open-ended reflection question. Students are required to participate in at least six different screening tools and receive feedback from instructors and peers.

Program Details

• Program Code: APSB21008U
• Credits: 7.5 ECTS
• Level: Bachelor's and Master's
• Duration: 1 semester (14 weeks)
• Language: Danish
• Department: Department of Psychology
• Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is based on the student's academic background and prerequisites. Exchange and guest students from abroad are also eligible to apply.

Research Areas

The program covers various research areas in clinical psychology, including:

• Psychological disorders and diagnostic criteria
• Treatment approaches and methods
• Epidemiology and prevalence of psychological disorders
• Cultural and social factors influencing psychological disorders

Teaching Methods

The program employs a range of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Seminar sessions
• Case studies
• Group discussions
• Feedback and peer review

Program Capacity

The program has a limited capacity of approximately 35 students per class.

Study Board

The program is administered by the Study Board for Psychology.

Institute and Faculty

The program is offered by the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen.