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

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

Are you interested in scientific research on psychopathology? Looking for in-depth insights into the developmental origins of mental health and clinical presentation of disorders? Ready to unravel the effects of psychological treatment and prevention?

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.

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Entry requirements

The general requirements for admission to the Research Master's programme are:

  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Psychology or Education or a related bachelor's degree (to be approved by the Admission Board)
  • 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 and CV, explaining the choice for this Research Master.
  • One letter 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

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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.

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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.

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