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Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy
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About the Program
The postgraduate programme in Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy leads to the German Approbation (licence to practise) as a psychotherapist for children and adolescents with a focus on behavioural therapy. During the training, students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to treat mental disorders in children and adolescents. The curriculum includes diagnostics, behavioural therapy, rehabilitation and prevention of mental disorders in children and adolescents. The training comprises at least 1,800 hours of practical work, at least 600 hours of theoretical training, and at least 120 hours of self-experience. The practical part includes at least 600 hours of treatment under supervision (at least 150 hours) at TU Braunschweig's Training Clinic.
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The postgraduate programme in Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy leads to the German Approbation (licence to practise) as a psychotherapist for children and adolescents with a focus on behavioural therapy. During the training, students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to treat mental disorders in children and adolescents. The curriculum includes diagnostics, behavioural therapy, rehabilitation and prevention of mental disorders in children and adolescents. The training comprises at least 1,800 hours of practical work, at least 600 hours of theoretical training, and at least 120 hours of self-experience. The practical part includes at least 600 hours of treatment under supervision (at least 150 hours) at TU Braunschweig's Training Clinic.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy at Technische Universität Braunschweig?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy at Technische Universität Braunschweig
Is Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy at Technische Universität Braunschweig taught in German or English? ▼
This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy programme cost? ▼
2.184 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy at Technische Universität Braunschweig? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Children's and Adolescents' Psychotherapy? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Technische Universität Braunschweig — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.