Location:

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Clinical Psychology

Program Overview

Program Description:

In a small-scale academic setting, students on the Research Master’s in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology learn about the etiology, development and course of psychopathology, and they are trained in cutting-edge methods for its prevention and treatment. The best researchers in this field provide top-notch teaching on the newest insights into the relationship between mental health, biological endowments and environmental resources, the neuropsychological substrate and human relationships, and adaptive and maladaptive developmental pathways. In this two-year Research Master’s you will work on theoretical and practical problems in individual, group, and tutorial settings using a diverse range of learning activities (seminars, practicals, research projects, presentations and lectures). Electives and research projects will enable you to discover your own individual direction and approach. Your tutor will be a leading scientist in your field of interest, providing feedback on essential academic skills, including presentation, collaboration and applying theoretical concepts. Your first year will feature courses such as Psychopathology, Theory of Therapeutic and Preventive Intervention, Epidemiological Research, Scientific Writing and Presenting and you will complete your first research project. Your second year will include a course on Trends in Brain and Behaviour, three practical skills courses and your Master’s thesis. In both years you can choose from a range of elective courses. As a graduate of the Research Master’s in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology, you will be well equipped to find employment as a researcher with a research and development institute. Other career options are available in the research departments of mental health care organizations, municipal health services, government ministries and local government agencies.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

NVAO Netherlands Flemish Accredidation Organisation

Financial Aid:

No

International Requirements:

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education or a related field, and have an appreciable interest in research. You must have received an 8 (B+) or higher for your final Bachelor’s thesis and have a grade average of 7.5 or higher. Furthermore, you must be proficient in English.