Master
German
Social Sciences
Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
Mental disorders usually have complex causes. Clinical psychology aims to understand such psychological problems and their development and maintenance at a high scientific level. Psychotherapy provides methods for treating these complex phenomena. The research-oriented Master's degree course at the University of Kassel offers students who wish to work in clinical therapy and/or counseling an optimal preparation for their future profession. The guiding principle of the Master's degree course in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy is the integrative teaching of process-specific and interdisciplinary disorder and intervention models. This is combined with in-depth training in clinical-psychological research methods. The aim of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge of the complex field of clinical psychology and psychotherapy. The Master's degree course is designed for four semesters and is divided into the following content areas: Diagnostics/disorder, intervention/therapy, research and cross-course topics. This Master's degree program complies with the requirements of the new Psychotherapists Act (PsychThG) and the Licensing Regulations for Psychotherapists (PsychThApprO) of 2020.
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Mental disorders usually have complex causes. Clinical psychology aims to understand such psychological problems and their development and maintenance at a high scientific level. Psychotherapy provides methods for treating these complex phenomena. The research-oriented Master's degree course at the University of Kassel offers students who wish to work in clinical therapy and/or counseling an optimal preparation for their future profession. The guiding principle of the Master's degree course in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy is the integrative teaching of process-specific and interdisciplinary disorder and intervention models. This is combined with in-depth training in clinical-psychological research methods. The aim of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge of the complex field of clinical psychology and psychotherapy. The Master's degree course is designed for four semesters and is divided into the following content areas: Diagnostics/disorder, intervention/therapy, research and cross-course topics. This Master's degree program complies with the requirements of the new Psychotherapists Act (PsychThG) and the Licensing Regulations for Psychotherapists (PsychThApprO) of 2020.
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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
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 Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Universität Kassel?
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 Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Universität Kassel
Is Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Universität Kassel taught in German or English? ▼
This Master 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 Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Universität Kassel? ▼
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 Clinical Psychology and 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 Universität Kassel — 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.