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Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Master German Social Sciences

Psychology, specialising in Clinical Psychology and PsychotherapyPsychology, Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

This program focuses on understanding normative and deviant experience and behavior, mental disorders in children, adolescents and adults, classification and diagnosis of mental disorders, factors decisive for the development and course of mental disorders, and evidence-based treatment methods against the background of current and future therapy research.
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This program focuses on understanding normative and deviant experience and behavior, mental disorders in children, adolescents and adults, classification and diagnosis of mental disorders, factors decisive for the development and course of mental disorders, and evidence-based treatment methods against the background of current and future therapy research.

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

Psychology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Psychology, specialising in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Is Psychology, specialising in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Ruhr-Universität Bochum 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, specialising in 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 Psychology, specialising in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at Ruhr-Universität Bochum?

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, specialising in 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 Ruhr-Universität Bochum — 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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