Psychology: Clinical Psychology (Master 2022-2023) - Studiegids

Psychology: Clinical Psychology

Description

Clinical Psychology is “a field that is concerned with the application of psychological science to the assessment and treatment of mental disorders” (American Psychological Association, 1991). In clinical psychological research, factors that are causally involved in the occurrence, maintenance, and treatment of mental disorders are studied. In evidence-based clinical practice this knowledge is applied in the treatment of different forms of psychopathology in various settings.

Objectives

The major aim of this specialisation is to provide students with a theoretical background and basic skills for clinical psychology research, assessment and interventions. This includes the acquisition of knowledge and skills relevant to the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychopathology. Students acquire advanced research skills by participating in a clinical psychology research project. Completion of the MSc degree will prepare the student for subsequent academic degrees, including a PhD. Visit our Masters In Leiden page for more information about Clinical Psychology.

Curriculum

The curriculum of 60 EC offers a variety of courses and a supervised master thesis. The specialisation consists of:

4 mandatory courses (20 EC)
thesis (20 EC)
practical internship (10 EC) ánd 10 EC elective course(s) or a clinical practical internship (20 EC)

Mentorate

A mentor is assigned to all students doing a Clinical Master. Appointments with the mentor are mandatory. The mentor supervises the student and the progress of the study. The mentor is the person to contact if the student has questions about the study. He can also be approached for personal questions about study and profession.

Master's Kick Off

At this day (beginning of September for students starting in September / late January for students starting in February) your attendance is strongly advised.

During the Master's Kick Off you will be handed important information on how to organise your studies at Leiden University. A representative of your specialisation will be present. You do not want to miss this!

Once the event page of the Master's Kick Off is available, you can find it on the right-hand side of this page.

First year

Vak	EC	Semester 1	Semester 2
Compulsory coursework
Basic Therapeutic Skills	5
Experimental Clinical Psychology	5
Clinical Interviewing and Assessment	5
Cognitive Behaviour Interventions	5
Master Thesis in MSc. Psychology	20
Choose one of the following options as internship
Clinical Practical Internship Psychology	20
Internship Psychology	10
Internal Practical Internship (IPI)	10
Recommended electives If you choose to do an internship of 10 EC, add 10 EC electives. See overview of all electives
Trainers Course Communication Skills	10
e-Health Interventions in Mental Health Care	5

More info

Additional information

Contact

Mentor

A mentor is assigned to all students doing a Clinical Master. Appointments with the mentor are mandatory. The mentor supervises the student and the progress of the study. The mentor is the person to contact if the student has questions about the study. She can also be approached for personal questions about study and profession.
Dr. Anne van Giezen giezen@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
Dr. N. Garnefski garnefski@fsw.leidenuniv.nl

Student representative

Find your student representative in the overview of programme committee members: Student representative

Arbeidsmarkt

A master's degree in Psychology at Leiden University combines theoretical knowledge with academic and professional skills, making you an attractive candidate for many employers.

After this MSc specialisation, you will have the basic skills needed for the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, such as anxiety and depression. In addition, you will have theoretical knowledge of clinical research and of the psychological factors that are involved in the development and maintenance of common mental disorders. You will be able to analyze psychological problems, to evaluate clinical research and report on clinical issues. With these knowledge and skills you may work as a clinician under supervision and you qualify for further post-master training. You are also prepared for a career in psychological research.

See our website for possible career positions.