Are you interested in the human psyche and would like to apply this interest in a meaningful and future-proof profession? Then the Master's degree program in Psychology - Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at the University of Lübeck is just right for you!
In this degree program, you will acquire in-depth knowledge of psychotherapy and neuropsychology and learn how to effectively support people with mental health problems. The practical training prepares you specifically for further training as a psychotherapist. The course is recognized under professional law and qualifies you for the licensing examination.
A special feature of this degree program is the close integration of clinical practice and research. You will learn from experienced practitioners and leading scientists who will teach you current standards and proven methods of psychotherapy. You will gain valuable insights into practice and can apply your knowledge directly.
This degree program is the ideal starting point if you decide to pursue an exciting, varied and fulfilling career as a clinical psychologist or psychotherapist. It also provides an excellent foundation for a doctorate and a career in higher service.
You will learn in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can develop your skills and interests. You will also become part of a community of dedicated people who are committed to psychotherapy and supporting those affected by it. If you are ready to turn your passion for psychology into a fulfilling career, then this degree program is for you!
Sound knowledge for holistic treatment
A central component of the course is the scientifically sound examination of mental disorders. You will learn to diagnose mental illnesses according to the current classification systems and to understand the biological, psychological and social influencing factors. This will enable you to develop a holistic perspective, which is essential for professional psychotherapeutic work.
Practical training for everyday professional life
The close integration of theory and practice is particularly important. In clinical internships and practical seminars, you will gain valuable experience and test your diagnostic and therapeutic skills. In this way, you will acquire the necessary skills to treat mental disorders safely and effectively.
Diagnostics and therapy planning - individual and evidence-based
Another important focus of the course is psychological diagnostics and case conception. You will learn to work with diagnostic procedures and test methods, create individual therapy plans and apply both disorder-specific and cross-disorder treatment approaches.
Neuropsychology - the connection between brain and behavior
During your studies, you will learn how neuropsychological disorders can be recognized, diagnosed and treated. The focus here is on tailoring therapeutic interventions to the neurological basis of the respective disorder.
Research skills - further developing psychotherapy
Scientific training is another central element of the course. You will acquire in-depth knowledge of research methods, statistics and experimental designs and learn how to scientifically evaluate psychological interventions. You can complete research internships in the working groups of the clinic and the university and develop and implement your own research ideas. This broad methodological training and the promotion of scientific thinking will optimally prepare you for a later career in therapy and research as well as for a possible doctorate or academic career.
Why Lübeck?
The Lübeck model combines clinic, research and teaching in a unique way. You will benefit from close cooperation with the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at the UKSH Campus Lübeck as well as with numerous other treatment facilities. This networking enables practical insights into different areas of care, for example through patient presentations and direct exchange with experts from the field.
As a small university with a strong research focus, the University of Lübeck is characterized by a close exchange between students and teaching staff. Teaching is interactive and varied - through practice-oriented seminars, science-related projects and strong interdisciplinary networking. In this way, you will be optimally prepared for your future role as a psychotherapist.
Applications are made via the online application portal. There are admission requirements.
You can find all the important information about starting your first semester here.
The numerus clausus describes the "admission rank". This is not fixed, but is recalculated each year after the application deadline. An admission limit (admission rank) expresses the grade of the last person admitted. Accordingly, only the NC values from previous years can be used as a guide:
Yes, there is an NC (numerus clausus) for both Master's degree programs in Psychology. As the number of applicants exceeds the number of study places, the grade of the Bachelor's certificate is used as a selection criterion.
No, you can only apply for one admission-restricted degree program at a time. Although you can create an application for each of the two degree programs in the application portal, you cannot submit them at the same time. If you have any questions, please contact the contact person listed in the application portal or the degree program coordinator.
You must have completed a polyvalent Bachelor's degree in psychology with at least 180 ECTS in order to be admitted to the clinical Master's program. Proof is provided in the form of a certificate from your examination office. You can also download the document from the online application portal as part of your application.
If you are currently unable to provide evidence of individual admission requirements due to the restrictions imposed by the coronavirus, please submit a corresponding certificate from your examination office with your application.
If the admission requirements have not been met by the end of the summer semester, you will not be admitted to the Master's in Psychology.
For admission to the Master's degree program in Psychology, the grade of the Bachelor's degree serves as a decisive criterion in the ranking of applicants.
In addition, proof of successful completion of the module "Neuropsychology - Disorders and Diagnostics" with at least 6 CP (ECTS according to the European Credit Transfer System) leads to an improvement in the average grade by 0.2. Sub-modules and modules of a smaller scope are not taken into account.
Letters of recommendation, voluntary social year or federal voluntary service or similar are not taken into account.
A large number of applicants share this problem, which is why it is possible to apply for any of the Master's degree programs at the University of Lübeck with a provisional certificate (Transcript of Records with the provisional overall grade) from 150 ECTS.
If modules that are relevant for admission are not noted in the ToR, these must be confirmed as registered by the examination office of the home university with the corresponding ECTS (with stamp and signature). Otherwise, the modules cannot be credited.
If the modules are already listed in the ToR, but are listed without ECTS due to the pending examination, please also enclose the corresponding module description with your application documents so that it is clear how many ECTS you are expected to receive after completing the module.
If the application is successful, provisional enrolment will take place. The documents must then be completed with your Bachelor's degree certificate by the end of the year.
There is no lottery procedure for places on the Psychology degree program at the University of Lübeck.
Places on the Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in Psychology are allocated exclusively by ranking list. This means that if applicants do not accept their study places, the next applicant on the ranking list automatically moves up. The succession procedure is carried out until all study places are filled.
The examinations for all STEM degree courses are organized centrally each semester.
Only the respective compulsory courses are included in this schedule; the dates for purely elective courses are usually set by the lecturers by arrangement.
All examination dates can be found in UnivIS: Vorlesungsverzeichnis >> Klausurtermine MINT Sektion >> Master Psychologie.
Registration for module examinations takes place online. Every student can register for the 1st or 2nd examination date via the QIS account up to two weeks before the end of the lecture period (we send out information with the relevant deadlines every semester). The withdrawal period ends 3 days before an examination.
In the event of withdrawal from the 1st examination date, it is possible to register for the 2nd examination date in QIS at the same time. Withdrawal from the 2nd examination is then again possible up to 3 days before the examination date.
In the event of a failed attempt, there is an obligation to take part in the next possible examination date (§ 17 Para. 2 PVO). Please also register for this in QIS.
Non-participation in an examination despite registration is counted as a failed attempt and you are obliged to take part in the next possible examination date. If participation is not possible due to illness, the MINT Examinations Office must be notified immediately. The certificate must be submitted to the Examinations Office within 3 days together with the sick note form.
All students have the right to inspect their exams within 4 weeks of being notified of their grades. If you are interested, please contact your module supervisor.
After enrolling at the University of Lübeck, all students will receive an account sheet with the initial password for the QIS portal with their student ID. On the website https://qis.uni-luebeck.de, this password must be replaced by your own password for the first time.
The QIS account allows you to view your own examination grades. It is also possible to print study certificates and the ToR at any time.
Dealing with plagiarism in the Psychology degree program
The guidelines for good academic practice laid down by the Senate of the University of Lübeck apply to academics and students.
The guidelines for dealing with plagiarism for students and lecturers of the Psychology degree program specify how to deal with suspected cases of plagiarism in the Psychology degree program.
The Examination Board is made up of professors, academic staff and students. It decides on the interpretation of the examination regulations and deals with cases that may not be provided for or covered in the regulations.
Contact the examination board if something unforeseen happens during your studies, such as a prolonged illness or problems with examinations. The committee can (of course only in truly exceptional situations) grant special permission and make special arrangements for you.
Typically, you should contact the chairperson of the committee directly; he or she can decide many things directly and the committee does not always have to hold lengthy meetings.
Group of professors (member / deputy member)
Prof. Dr. N. Bunzeck (Chair) / Prof. Dr. J. Obleser
Prof. Dr. I. Wilhelm-Groch (Deputy Chair) / Prof. Dr. Silke Anders
Prof. Dr. O. Stavrova / Prof. Dr. C. Peifer
Prof. Dr. F. Paulus / Prof. Dr. Sören Krach
Prof. Dr. L. Malich / Prof. Dr. Th. Franke
Group of research assistants (member / deputy member)
Kirsten Handschuch / Dr. M. Woestmann
Group of students (member / deputy member)
Jonas Krusch / Kornelia Staniszewski
The Master's thesis is planned for the 4th semester of the Master's program. The thesis must be officially registered with the Examination Office. To do this, please use the application for admission to the Bachelor's/Master's thesis. From this point on, the student has a maximum of 6 months to complete the thesis. Only in justified exceptional cases can an extension of 1 month be granted. The provisions of the SGO and PVO apply in all cases.
The FAQs answer the most frequently asked questions from students. General forms and information sheets, e.g. for issuing the Bachelor's thesis, cover sheet for the Bachelor's thesis or registration for the colloquium for the Bachelor's thesis, can be found on the general forms page of the Examinations Office.
The topic of the Master's thesis must include a psychological background. This can be confirmed by the Chair of the Examination Board. Students may contact their professors/lecturers at any time with their own topic suggestions.
The lead time for issuing a topic for your Master's thesis varies from one working group to another. As a student, you can find all this information and a list of the lecturers who will issue your thesis in Moodle. -> here (click)
