Psychology, B.Sc. Full-time
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Wiesbaden, Germany
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Quick Overview
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The Bachelor program Psychology (B.Sc.) at Charlotte Fresenius Hochschule provides a broad foundation in psychology, with stronger emphasis on clinical psychology and psychotherapy in line with German legal requirements. The curriculum is designed as a university-level course with a research-based approach, and it aims to connect theory, research, and practice throughout your studies.
You will study core areas of psychology, psychotherapy foundations, diagnostic competencies, and scientific methods, and you can choose an application focus (for example in health psychology or cognitive-affective neurosciences and clinical neuropsychology). The program includes multiple practical placements and supports academic development through structured study work and supervised learning progress.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Allgemeine Psychologie I (8 CP) and Allgemeine Psychologie II (8 CP)
- Biologische Psychologie (8 CP) and Sozialpsychologie (8 CP)
- Differentielle Psychologie und Persönlichkeitspsychologie (8 CP) and Entwicklungspsychologie (8 CP)
- Pädagogische Psychologie und Bildungspsychologie (8 CP) and Psychopharmakologie (2 CP)
- Humanbiologie und Medizin (5 CP) and Kognitiv-affektive Neurowissenschaften (4 CP)
- Testtheorie und psychologische Diagnostik (8 CP) and Diagnostische Verfahren und Klassifikationssysteme (6 CP)
- Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie: Störungslehre (8 CP)
- Grundlagen und Anwendung (10 CP) within Grundlagen und Anwendung der allgemeinen Verfahrenslehre der Psychotherapie
- Einführung in die Psychologie, ihre Geschichte und Forschungsmethoden (8 CP) and Empirischwissenschaftliches Arbeiten (8 CP)
- Quantitative Methoden I (6 CP) and Quantitative Methoden II (6 CP)
- Gesundheitspsychologie (2 CP) within preventive and rehabilitative concepts of psychotherapeutic action
- Vorgaben in der Psychotherapie und Forschungsethik (2 CP)
- Forschungsorientiertes Praktikum I (6 CP) and Orientierungspraktikum (5 CP)
- Berufsqualifizierende Tätigkeit I (8 CP) and Versuchspersonenstunden (1 CP)
- Anwendungsfach: Basis und wählbare Vertiefung (Basis/Vertiefung, 5 CP + 16 CP)
- Forschungskolloquium (2 CP)
- Bachelorarbeit (28 CP)
- Programme completion through final examinations and thesis submission
Curriculum
The six-semester, 180-credit curriculum combines scientific and methodological foundations, core areas of psychology, psychological assessment, applied practice through participant hours and two internships, two selectable specialisations, and the bachelor's thesis. The university currently publishes the programme structure and subject areas but does not provide a public semester-by-semester credit allocation on the programme page. ([Hochschule Fresenius][1])
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific and Methodological Foundations | 4 published study areas | Empirical Scientific Work | ||
| Psychological Research Methods | ||||
| Statistics | ||||
| Psychological Assessment and Diagnostic Procedures | ||||
| Core Psychological Foundations | 4 published study areas | General Psychology | ||
| Personality and Differential Psychology | ||||
| Developmental, Educational and Social Psychology | ||||
| Biological and Cognitive Foundations of Human Experience and Behaviour | ||||
| Applied Psychology | 2 published study areas | Foundations of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy | ||
| Foundations of Work, Organisational and Business Psychology | ||||
| Practical Components | 3 published components | Participant Hours | ||
| Internship I | ||||
| Internship II | ||||
| First Psychology Specialisation | 1 specialisation selected | Educational Psychology | One specialisation is selected from the Psychology area | |
| Mobility and Traffic Psychology | ||||
| Clinical Psychology | ||||
| Health Psychology | ||||
| Sport Psychology | ||||
| Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology | ||||
| Criminal Psychology | ||||
| Positive Psychology and Mindfulness | ||||
| Second Specialisation | 1 specialisation selected | Educational Psychology | The second specialisation may be selected from Psychology or Business Psychology | |
| Mobility and Traffic Psychology | ||||
| Clinical Psychology | ||||
| Health Psychology | ||||
| Sport Psychology | ||||
| Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology | ||||
| Criminal Psychology | ||||
| Positive Psychology and Mindfulness | ||||
| Organisational Psychology | ||||
| Market, Advertising and Media Psychology | ||||
| Personnel Psychology | ||||
| Work Psychology and Digitalisation | ||||
| Coaching, Supervision and Counselling Psychology | ||||
| Final Degree Component | 1 major component | Bachelor's Thesis | ||
| Total | Scientific foundations, core psychology, applied subjects, practical components, two specialisations, and bachelor's thesis | 180 ECTS | ||
Career outcomes
- You build job-relevant psychological foundations through a university-oriented psychology curriculum, preparing you for entry paths that value systematic, evidence-based thinking in Germany.
- You gain practical experience through three professional practice placements, so you can better match your next steps to health-care and psychotherapeutic settings.
- You develop diagnostic competence through modules like psychologischer Diagnostik and diagnostic classification systems, which supports career options in counseling, assessment, and HR-related roles after further qualifications.
- You strengthen research and methods skills through empirical and quantitative methods modules, helping you move toward research-oriented roles in organizations and institutions.
- You develop professional ethics and professional law knowledge, supporting your readiness for responsible work in health, education, and social service environments.
Employability rate
Psychology graduates in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 80% and an unemployment rate of about 20% as they transition from bachelor studies into further qualification pathways and psychology-related roles.
Together, these figures indicate a generally workable but competitive job market where practical experience and the right further study steps improve stability.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher education entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) | International applicants must provide a higher education entrance qualification that authorises study in the state of Hesse. The university states that for admission you need a Hochschulzugangsberechtigung and lists possible proof routes such as general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or equivalent qualifications. |
| Selection procedure (Auswahlverfahren) | The university states that it does not require a specific grade point average (NC) and that applicants participate in a selection procedure where motivation, practical experience, and engagement are important. |
Language requirements
International applicants should provide proof of language proficiency based on the study language used for instruction and examinations. Follow the official language proof guidance of the university for the accepted tests and levels.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 975 / per month | Stated study fee for the Psychology (B.Sc.) bachelor is 975 Euro per month and is due over the entire study duration (also during semester breaks or practice periods). |
| Semester fee | EUR 0 / per semester | The official semester contribution amount is not stated on the pages reviewed for this program, so no verified semester-fee value can be provided here. |
Proof of financial resources
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 | October 01, 2026 |
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
Submit your application online
Apply online through the university’s application process. The university states that you can apply at any time and online. During the process, your documents will be checked to confirm eligibility for the intended studies and to support the selection process.
Provide your higher education entrance qualification
Prepare proof of your Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (higher education entrance qualification) that allows you to study in the state of Hesse. The university explains that you can prove this via different routes, and that additional requirements may exist depending on your situation.
Attend the selection process and interview
The university states that admission is based on a selection procedure rather than a fixed NC. As part of the process, the university invites you to a conversation, which may also be virtual. The conversation focuses on your motivation, your professional goals, and relevant experience.