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Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Master German Social Sciences

Psychology

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Georg Elias Müller Institute traditionally represents a natural science-oriented psychology, with a special emphasis on research methods, cognitive psychology and a biological orientation. The Institute offers a consecutive, research-oriented general Master's programme in psychology. Students put together a programme of study from the range of courses on offer, whereby the focus can be on cognitive, neuroscientific and/or basic social psychological research. The basic research focus is supplemented by one or two application areas. In all areas, students gain a very good insight into empirical work due to the research-oriented teaching, which ultimately aims at a research project developed individually by each student, leading to a Master's thesis.
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The Georg Elias Müller Institute traditionally represents a natural science-oriented psychology, with a special emphasis on research methods, cognitive psychology and a biological orientation. The Institute offers a consecutive, research-oriented general Master's programme in psychology. Students put together a programme of study from the range of courses on offer, whereby the focus can be on cognitive, neuroscientific and/or basic social psychological research. The basic research focus is supplemented by one or two application areas. In all areas, students gain a very good insight into empirical work due to the research-oriented teaching, which ultimately aims at a research project developed individually by each student, leading to a Master's thesis.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Psychology at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Is Psychology at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen 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 Psychology 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 Psychology at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen?

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 Psychology?

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 Georg-August-Universität Göttingen — 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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