Psychology (MSc)

Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands

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12 monthsProgramme duration

22,300 EURTuition Fee/year

Feb, SepStarting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The master’s programme in Psychology in Leiden focuses both on in-depth study of psychological theory as well as on the acquisition of professional and research skills. Students develop their knowledge of psychology as a science and its application in order to effectively address relevant issues.

The one year master’s programme in Psychology offers ten specialisations. Five of these qualify students to apply psychological knowledge in a professional business setting. Career possibilities exist for example in the fields of marketing, research & development, data science, human resources or consultancy.

Moreover, another six specialisations are focused on mental health care and qualify students for the Dutch post-master training programme in Mental Health Care psychology (GZ-opleiding). These are Child and Adolescent Psychology, School Psychology, Health and Medical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology and Klinische Psychologie (Dutch).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

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Admission Requirements

TOEFL

90+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

IELTS

6.5+

To be eligible for one of Leiden University’s master's programmes, you must meet the following admission requirements: Academic, Language and Programme-specific. For Academic requirements: You’ll need a BA or BSc degree (or equivalent and preferably associated to the field of study) to be admitted to any of Leiden University’s master’s programmes. For Language requirements: Admission to most master’s programmes requires students to be proficient in English. For Programme-specific requirements: The specific academic and professional entry requirements for each master’s programme are listed in each programme's website - please check with each programme's site to learn more about the programme-specific requirements.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Feb

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

2,694 EUR

International

Starts from

22,300 EUR

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