Psychology

This program focuses on psychological theory, research, and practice, with an emphasis on its application in a Danish and European context. You will critically analyze theory in relation to cultural and social differences in psychological practice, and learn to apply recent advances in psychological science to your own practical experiences.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Choose between three cutting-edge core courses - Cross-Cultural Psychology, European Clinical Psychology, and Positive Psychology - all aimed at broadening your understanding of the discipline through a Danish and international lens
  
  
• Europe will be your classroom as you travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to Western Denmark and across locations in Europe, meeting with researchers, policy-makers, and NGOs
  
  
• The academic rigor of the course will be enhanced with guest lectures from practitioners in Copenhagen and field studies to local organizations that will bring real world examples of how psychological science is applied and practiced in Denmark

PROGRAM STUDENT PROFILE

This program is right for you if you are interested in psychology, social policy, neuroscience, or human development.

CORE COURSE OVERVIEWS

>> Cross-Cultural Psychology
Through psychological research, theory, and methods, examine how culture influences human behavior and experience, and explore its influence on social relations, family processes, and experience of self. The related implications for clinical practice will also be considered.

• Credits: 3
• Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.
• Week-Long Study Tour:Berlin
• Core Course Week: A three-day study tour in Denmark alongside a two-day seminar in Copenhagen.

>> European Clinical Psychology
Study clinical psychology with a focus on the way we approach the discipline within a European context, covering cultural and ethical issues, and different psychotherapeutic schools.

• Credits: 3
• Prerequisites: A course in abnormal psychology at university level.
• Week-Long Study Tour:Vienna
• Core Course Week: A three-day study tour in Denmark alongside a two-day seminar in Copenhagen.
• Additional Course Specifics: Take the 3-credit optional European Clinical Psychology Practicum for hands-on intercultural experience to supplement the core course!

>> Positive Psychology
Analyze how positive psychology is being applied across Europe. Meet with leading educators, researchers, and practitioners to witness and discuss ground-breaking methods and innovations the field is creating in the areas of public policy, business, and education.

• Credits: 3
• Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.
• Week-Long Study Tour: Preference of London | Milan | Czech Republic
• Core Course Week: A three-day study tour in Denmark alongside a two-day seminar in Copenhagen.
• Additional Course Specifics: Take the 3-credit optional Postitive Psychology Practicum for hands-on intercultural experience to supplement the core course!

BUILD YOUR OWN CURRICULUM

DIS has over 160 elective courses for you to build your curriculum from after choosing your required core course. You have to opportunity to focus on your major or diversify by selecting any combination of core courses based on your needs. Click here for electives related to Psychology.