Students in electroencephalography studies

Psychology

How do we feel, think, dream and learn? What are the defining features of human relationships and interactions? And how do personalities differ from one another? If you are interested in these questions, this is the programme for you!
Students in electroencephalography studies
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Key facts
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Admission restriction
with Numerus Clausus (NC)
Duration
6 Semesters
Credits/ECTS
180
Teaching language
German
Tuition fee
None
Semester contribution
€ 272,65
Start of studies
Winter semester
Part-time possible
No
Institutions
Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Institute of Psychology
Application & Deadlines

Programme content

Our everyday lives are full of psychological processes. Some we experience consciously, while others go almost undetected. The study of unconscious processes is only a small branch of psychology – the science of human experience and behaviour is as diverse as people themselves.

Our bachelor’s programme in ‘Psychology’ takes a multi-faceted approach. You will be taught basic, methodological and applied content and skills in line with current research knowledge. This will prepare you for several professional fields at the same time. More specifically, this degree programme will prepare you to work as a psychologist in a field that does not require a master’s degree in Psychology (e.g. in healthcare, social services, education, law, academia, administration or industry).

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, however, you will also have the opportunity to obtain further qualifications by enrolling on a master’s programme in a range of psychological disciplines, including psychological psychotherapy.

Structure

MRI scan
MRI scan
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A bachelor’s degree is the first professional qualification that can be obtained at a university. The standard length of the programme is six semesters, and different types of courses are offered for each module (e.g. seminars, lectures or practical classes).

If you opt for a single-subject bachelor’s programme in ‘Psychology’, your education will be focused on one subject comprising 180 ECTS credits (1 ECTS credit = 30 hours of attendance, preparation and follow-up work, private study, assessed coursework and examinations).

Our bachelor’s programme in ‘Psychology’ consists of different modules, including a non-psychological minor subject (required elective module), an orientation internship and a dissertation.

The courses cover the full range of content that has to be taught to bachelor’s students in accordance with the German Psychotherapy Act (PsychThG) and the German Licensing Regulations for Psychotherapists (PsychThApprOExternal link).

How might your degree programme shape up? 

1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester
General Psychology I
(6 ECTS)		 Multivariate Data Analysis
(7 ECTS)		 Test Theory and Test Construction
(5 ECTS)		 Orientation Internship
(13 ECTS)
General Psychology II
(6 ECTS)		 Empirical Research Course
(8 ECTS)		 Communication Skills and Counselling
(12 ECTS)
Biological Psychology and Basics of Medicine
(9 ECTS)		 Psychological Assessment
(6 ECTS)		 Trial Research
(1 ECTS)		 Pre-Semester Preparatory
Course
(3 ECTS)

Bachelor’s 
dissertation
(12 ECTS)
Developmental Psychology
(9 ECTS)		 Industrial, Work and Organizational Psychology
(9 ECTS)		    
Personality Psychology
(9 ECTS)		 Educational Psychology
(9 ECTS)		    
Social Psychology
(9 ECTS)		 Communication Skills and Counselling
(6 ECTS)		    
Introduction to Psychological Methods
(8 ECTS)		 Non-psychological minor subject*
(6 ECTS)		    
Empirical Research Methods
(3 ECTS)		     Clinical Psychology Across the Lifespan
(14 ECTS)		  
      Psychotherapeutic Methodology
(10 ECTS)

Abbreviations: ECTS = European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (credit points)

* For example, the following modules can be chosen as the non-psychological minor subject: Criminology; Business Administration; Psychopharmacology; and Fundamentals of Biology.

You can find more detailed information in the module catalogue for the degree programmeExternal link.

Why study in Jena?

  • Excellent research: The Institute of Psychology is very strong in researchExternal link. Our activities can be divided into two main areas:  perception and interaction and development and health.
  • Excellent teaching: In addition to the methodological focus of our degree programme, we are defined by our modern teaching methods that draw on international influences and are further supported by a number of cooperative and evaluative projects on a national and international level.
  • Lots of practical content: By combining excellent research and application projects with internships and final year projects, many of our graduates are channelled straight into their desired professions and research fields.
  • A world of possibilities: Experience our international flair! Our University appeals to students and researchers from all over the world and helps to shape Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan city that is fit for the future – it’s the perfect place for international students mp4, 57 mb · de.
  • Adventures abroad: You can easily realize your dream of spending a semester abroadduring your studies. We have a global network of partner universities.

A look behind the scenes

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Studentin füllt ein Formular aus
Great variety
The methods of empirical social science are also included in the syllabus. You will learn how psychological experiments are conducted, as well as how data is collected.

What can you do after your studies?

Career opportunities:

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People having a discussion
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  • Psychotherapy practices
  • Counselling
  • Psychiatric hospitals
  • Teaching and research institutions
  • Youth welfare offices
  • Educational or industrial psychology
  • Market research and advertising

Postgraduate master’s programmes at our University

  1. Applied Ethics and Conflict Management Master of Arts
    • Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences
  2. Education ‐ Culture ‐ Anthropology Master of Arts
    • Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences
  3. Psychology - Work, Education/Development, Law and Health Master of Science
  4. Psychology - Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy Master of Science
  5. Psychology - Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience Master of Science
All degree programmes

Downloads and links for the degree programme

What are we looking for in prospective students?

  • Sociability
  • Social intelligence
  • Language skills
  • An interest in interdisciplinary work
  • Good observation skills and judgement
  • Methodical thinking skills
  • Good knowledge of mathematics, biology, German and English

Admission requirements

  • University entrance qualification

    A university entrance qualification, such as a general secondary school leaving certificate, is required for admission onto the study programme.

    More information on university entrance qualifications can be found here.

  • Language requirements

    Admission and language requirements for applicants of foreign nationality and without German Abitur: www.uni-jena.de/en/study-orientation-international

Contacts

Theresa Splitt (Academic Advisor)

Haus 1, Room 001
Am Steiger 3
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Prof. Klaus Rothermund (Academic Advisor)

Room 214
Am Steiger 3, Haus 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Central Student Advisory Service

University Main Building / SSZ
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Office hours:
We offer consultations in person, by telephone, and via Zoom. You can make an appointment by calling us on +49 3641 9-411111 (Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 to 11:00) or outside these office hours on +49 3641 9-411200. You can also use our remote help desk.

Consultation hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 to 12:20), Tuesdays (14:00 to 18:00), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (14:00 to 16:00).

Video chat: Zoom – Video chat Videochat ZeitenMondays to Fridays (12:30 to 13:00) Password ZSB2020 Data protection informationpdf, 101 kb

Student Service Centre

University Main Building, Room E065
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Opening hours:
Mondays (10:00 – 12:00)
Tuesdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Wednesdays (10:00 – 12:00)
Thursdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Fridays (10:00 – 12:00)

You can also use our remote help desk at
www.uni-jena.de/service-ssz
or send us your enquiries by post.

Telephone hours:
Mondays to Fridays
(9:00 – 11:00)

Postal address:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Studierenden-Service-Zentrum
07737 Jena

International Office - International students

University Main Building
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Additional services