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Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology (Research), Master Degree, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
Master Degree	Full-time	2 years	September	EUR 2694 per year	EUR 17480 per year

About Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology (Research), Master Degree - at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Are you interested in different perspectives on psychopathology? Ready to unravel trends in brain and behaviour? Looking for in-depth insights into the developmental origins of mental health and clinical presentation of disorders?

Then the Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology Research Master's may be the programme for you!

The programme gives you the opportunity to work on theoretical and practical problems, through varied learning activities and settings. In a small-scale teaching environment, you'll learn about the etiology, development and course of psychopathology, as well as cutting-edge psychologically informed methods for its prevention and treatment.

Learn more about Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology (Research), Master Degree - at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Psychology or Education
Related academic bachelor's degree (approved by the admissions committee)
Completed introductory level course in clinical diagnosis and assessment of mental health problems and risks
GPA of 7.5 (e.g. B) or higher, with an 8 (B+) or higher for your final thesis
A satisfactory result in the entrance assignment
Proven proficiency in English
A written motivational letter, explaining the choice for this Research Master
Two letters of recommendation from a professor of the university at which the applicant has undertaken the primary degree
A personal interview may be part of the application procedure if the committee judges it necessary

Additional requirements

Methods and statistics are an essential part of our programme. A quick test will give you an insight in what skills and knowledge are required to successfully take part in our programme

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Masters Webinar

Each year, we organise an online session for aspiring Master's students that covers everything you need to know about the application process and beyond. This year, the International Master's webinar took place on Tuesday, October 15, at 16:00 (CET). You can watch the recordings all year.

During the webinar, you will have the opportunity to:

Discover what it is like to study at VU Amsterdam;
Learn everything you need to know about the admission and application process;
Get the latest insights on scholarship opportunities;
Hear first-hand experiences from one of our current international students about being a student in the Netherlands' dynamic capital city.

Bachelors Webinar

Each year we organise an online session for aspiring Bachelor's students that covers all you need to know about the application process and beyond. This year, the International Bachelor's webinar took place on Thursday 24 October at 16:00 (CET). You can watch the recorder version all year.

During the webinar, you will have the opportunity to:

Discover what it is like to study at VU Amsterdam;
Learn everything you need to know about the admission and application process;
Ask all your questions about the housing market in Amsterdam;
Hear first-hand experiences from one of our current international students about being a student in the Netherlands' dynamic capital city.