Bachelor
German
Social Sciences
PsychologiePsychology
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
About the Program
Psychology as a science investigates how people experience, understand, and organize their personal lives in their social relationships and communities. Psychologists develop their insights from natural, social, and humanities-based thinking models and research approaches, using their life and practice-oriented knowledge to improve individual and social processes in families or other communities. The Bachelor's program in Psychology provides fundamental knowledge of psychological methods, psychological diagnostics, theories, and research findings, as well as introductory knowledge in the applied disciplines of the field. The focus of the study is on both the basic sciences (e.g., Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality Psychology) and the classical applied fields of psychology: Clinical Psychology and Health Sciences, Work and Organizational Psychology, and Educational Psychology. The program is closely aligned with the recommendations of the German Society for Psychology. Since February 2021, the Psychology program at the University of Potsdam has been professionally recognized according to the Psychotherapy Act and the Licensing Regulations. The B.Sc. Psychology program has been awarded the quality seal of the German Society for Psychology since July 2017.
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Psychology as a science investigates how people experience, understand, and organize their personal lives in their social relationships and communities. Psychologists develop their insights from natural, social, and humanities-based thinking models and research approaches, using their life and practice-oriented knowledge to improve individual and social processes in families or other communities. The Bachelor's program in Psychology provides fundamental knowledge of psychological methods, psychological diagnostics, theories, and research findings, as well as introductory knowledge in the applied disciplines of the field. The focus of the study is on both the basic sciences (e.g., Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality Psychology) and the classical applied fields of psychology: Clinical Psychology and Health Sciences, Work and Organizational Psychology, and Educational Psychology. The program is closely aligned with the recommendations of the German Society for Psychology. Since February 2021, the Psychology program at the University of Potsdam has been professionally recognized according to the Psychotherapy Act and the Licensing Regulations. The B.Sc. Psychology program has been awarded the quality seal of the German Society for Psychology since July 2017.
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How do I apply to Psychologie at Universität Potsdam?
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 Psychologie at Universität Potsdam
Is Psychologie at Universität Potsdam taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 Psychologie 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 Psychologie at Universität Potsdam? ▼
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 Psychologie? ▼
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 Potsdam — 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.