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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Master German Medicine & Health

Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie MasterClinical Psychology and Psychotherapy

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg Location: Halle

About the Program

The Master's program in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy is designed as a consecutive research-oriented program worth 120 credit points. It deepens and expands the Bachelor's program in Psychology (180 CP) and provides students with comprehensive expertise and theories in the field of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, as well as practical and communicative skills necessary for their future activities. The research-oriented Master's program is based on the current state of scientific knowledge. Graduates are able to identify and treat disorders that require psychotherapeutic care or to arrange appropriate treatment measures. For this purpose, students acquire in-depth knowledge of numerous method-specific and cross-method approaches, disorder-specific knowledge, and a necessary, comprehensive overview of the complex psychotherapeutic care system. Students also deepen their ability to critically classify scientific findings and to act and think responsibly in an interdisciplinary manner, enabling them to critically question themselves and constantly optimize the quality of care and therapy processes. The program also sharpens students' scientific skills, especially regarding the empirical research of mental illness and mental health. Students thus expand their knowledge and skills in assessing and applying clinical-psychological research methods and gain a deeper understanding of scientifically-empirically based work.
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The Master's program in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy is designed as a consecutive research-oriented program worth 120 credit points. It deepens and expands the Bachelor's program in Psychology (180 CP) and provides students with comprehensive expertise and theories in the field of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, as well as practical and communicative skills necessary for their future activities. The research-oriented Master's program is based on the current state of scientific knowledge. Graduates are able to identify and treat disorders that require psychotherapeutic care or to arrange appropriate treatment measures. For this purpose, students acquire in-depth knowledge of numerous method-specific and cross-method approaches, disorder-specific knowledge, and a necessary, comprehensive overview of the complex psychotherapeutic care system. Students also deepen their ability to critically classify scientific findings and to act and think responsibly in an interdisciplinary manner, enabling them to critically question themselves and constantly optimize the quality of care and therapy processes. The program also sharpens students' scientific skills, especially regarding the empirical research of mental illness and mental health. Students thus expand their knowledge and skills in assessing and applying clinical-psychological research methods and gain a deeper understanding of scientifically-empirically based work.

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)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Psychology

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How do I apply to Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg 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 Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master programme cost? ▼

315 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg? ▼

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 Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master? ▼

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 Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg — 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.

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