Psychology, B.Sc. (according to PsychThApprO nF) Full-time
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Wiesbaden, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Psychologie (B.Sc.) is a state-recognised bachelor’s program designed according to the requirements of Psychotherapeut:innen training law and the Approbationsordnung for Psychotherapeut:innen, with a strong focus on clinical psychology and psychotherapy as well as related reference sciences.
The curriculum combines research-oriented teaching with applied learning and includes several practical placements (including at the university outpatient clinic for psychotherapy in Wiesbaden or Munich) alongside opportunities for an international semester at a partner university.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Foundations of psychology for psychotherapists: Grundlagen der Psychologie für Psychotherapeut:innen
- Core psychology foundations and methods: Allgemeine Psychologie I and II, Wissenschaftliche Methodenlehre (Einführung in die Psychologie, Geschichte und Forschungsmethoden), and Quantitative Methoden I
- Introduction to diagnostic and clinical basics: Psychologische Diagnostik, Testtheorie und psychologische Diagnostik
- Early practical training: Orientierungspraktikum
- Clinical and psychotherapy foundations: Störungslehre, Allgemeine Verfahrenslehre der Psychotherapie, and Grundlagen und Anwendung
- Diagnostics and classification systems: Diagnostische Verfahren und Klassifikationssysteme
- Research and professional ethics: Empirisch-wissenschaftliches Arbeiten, Quantitative Methoden II, and Berufsethik und Berufsrecht
- Professional practice and qualification components: Berufspraktische Einsätze (Forschungsorientiertes Praktikum) and Berufsqualifizierende Tätigkeit
- Specialisation in application subjects (base and chosen focus): Anwendungsfächer Basis and wählbare Vertiefung
- Chosen application focus options: Gesundheitspsychologie, Kognitiv-affektive Neurowissenschaften und Klinische Neuropsychologie
- Bachelorprüfung and Bachelorarbeit, plus research colloquium: Bachelorprüfung, Bachelorarbeit, and Forschungs-Kolloquium
- Continuation of the study programme components across the final semesters
Curriculum
The six-semester, 180 CP curriculum combines psychology foundations, scientific research methods, clinical and psychotherapeutic subjects, diagnostic training, supervised practical components, an application-field specialisation and the bachelor’s final assessment. Students select either Health Psychology or Cognitive-affective Neurosciences and Clinical Neuropsychology as their advanced application field.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 4 modules | General Psychology I | 8 | 30 CP |
| Biological Psychology | 8 | |||
| Introduction to Psychology, its History and Research Methods | 8 | |||
| Quantitative Methods I | 6 | |||
| Semester 2 | 4 modules | General Psychology II | 8 | 30 CP |
| Social Psychology | 8 | |||
| Empirical Scientific Work | 8 | |||
| Quantitative Methods II | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | 4 modules | Differential Psychology and Personality Psychology | 8 | 30 CP |
| Developmental Psychology | 8 | |||
| Test Theory and Psychological Diagnostics | 8 | |||
| Research-oriented Internship I | 6 | |||
| Semester 4 | 7 modules and practical components | Cognitive-affective Neurosciences | 4 | 31 CP |
| Psychopharmacology | 2 | |||
| Human Biology and Medicine | 4 | |||
| Diagnostic Procedures and Classification Systems | 6 | |||
| Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy: Psychopathology | 8 | |||
| Requirements in Psychotherapy and Research Ethics | 2 | |||
| Orientation Internship | 5 | |||
| Semester 5 | 4 modules and practical components | Educational Psychology and Psychology of Education | 8 | 28 CP |
| General Principles of Psychotherapy: Foundations and Application | 10 | |||
| Health Psychology | 2 | |||
| Profession-qualifying Activity I | 8 | |||
| Semester 6 | 4 components | Participant Hours | 1 | 31 CP |
| Application Field: Foundation and Elective Specialisation | 16 | |||
| Research Colloquium | 2 | |||
| Bachelor’s Thesis | 12 | |||
| Total | Psychology foundations, research methods, diagnostics, psychotherapy subjects, practical training, application specialisation and final assessment | 180 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You build psychology and psychotherapy competencies aligned with the required education structure, so you graduate prepared for the next consecutive step on the pathway to becoming a licensed psychotherapist in Germany.
- You gain research and diagnostic training (methods, empirical work, and diagnostic procedures) that supports roles in mental health services, care settings, and evidence-based psychology environments.
- The programme includes practical components such as the Orientierungspraktikum and Forschungsorientiertes Praktikum, helping you connect classroom learning with real professional settings.
- You develop strong foundations in psychotherapy concepts and case-related thinking through modules like Psychologische Diagnostik and Störungslehre, which helps you start your career with job-relevant skills.
- You strengthen professional ethics and legal aspects through Berufsethik und Berufsrecht, supporting your readiness for structured, responsibility-based work in health and social services.
Employability rate
Graduates of psychology-related programmes in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 86% and an unemployment rate of about 14%, reflecting ongoing demand for qualified specialists across healthcare and psychosocial services.
Together, these figures point to a fairly stable career outlook with reliable opportunities—especially when you continue with the required next professional steps.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| University entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) | International applicants must hold a university entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) that enables admission to higher education study in the German state of Hesse. The university states that admission requires such a qualification and that applicants can prove eligibility via recognized routes (e.g., general higher education entrance qualification or other recognized higher-education entry routes). |
| Selection process (Auswahlverfahren) | After meeting the higher-education admission qualification requirement, applicants must successfully complete the university’s selection process. The university explains that the selection includes a personal interview (also possible virtually) focused on motivation, professional goals, and relevant experience. |
Language requirements
The programme is taught in German. The university’s published programme and general admission pages do not specify an exact German-language certificate, CEFR level or minimum test score for international applicants; applicants should obtain programme-specific confirmation from the university before applying.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 35100 / total program | EUR 975 per month throughout the six-semester standard study period, including semester breaks and practical phases. The calculated total is EUR 35,100 over 36 months. |
Proof of financial resources
Bangladeshi applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds for their German student visa. The German Embassy Dhaka currently accepts a qualifying scholarship or stipend, a formal declaration of commitment from a sponsor living in Germany, or a German blocked account.
- A German blocked account in the applicant’s name showing at least EUR 11,904 for 12 months, with a maximum monthly withdrawal of EUR 992.
- Alternatively, submit confirmation of a qualifying scholarship or stipend that covers the required living costs.
- Alternatively, submit a formal declaration of commitment under Sections 66 and 68 of the German Residence Act from a financially eligible sponsor living in Germany.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility for admission
Confirm you have a university entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) that enables study in Hesse, as required by the university. Review your supporting documents so you can upload them when applying online. If you are unsure whether your foreign qualification will be accepted, begin checking early to avoid last-minute delays.
Submit the online application
Apply online through the university’s official application process. After you submit, you receive access to an upload area for your application documents and an invitation to take part in the selection process. If documents are missing for later enrollment, the university states you can submit them later because your upload access remains available.
Complete the selection process (interview)
Participate in the selection process, which includes a personal interview with the university’s study advising team. The university states the interview can also be virtual if you are not located on-site. The interview focuses on motivation, experiences, and study goals, to assess whether you can be admitted.
Receive admission feedback and sign the study contract
After the selection process, the university provides feedback on whether you can be admitted. If admitted, the university sends you the study contract. The university states that you must return the signed contract within 14 days to keep the study place reserved.