Master’s Program in Psychology: Work, Economy and Society
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Why I chose the program
Studying Psychology includes basic research, applied subjects, and methodology. The basic subjects such as social, learning, personality, motivational or perceptual psychology often provide theories that you apply in the applied subjects such as Work and Organization Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Consumer Psychology or Educational Psychology. To be able to work empirically and scientifically in those areas, psychologists also need sound knowledge in the field of methodology. In the master's program, you will deepen your knowledge obtained during the bachelor’s program and specialize in the field of Social Psychology or Educational Psychology.
I decided to study Psychology because it is so diverse and I found many areas very exciting. In the end, I focused on Work, Economic and Social Psychology in the master's program, because the program continues the diversity of topics of the bachelor's program and allows for a focus on Social Psychology. But the master's program also offers very good opportunities for those who would like to specialize in Consumer Psychology, Educational Psychology or Work and Organizational Psychology!
Studying at the University of Mannheim
What’s special about the program?
Anyone who has ever looked at Schloss Mannheim from the Ehrenhof at night already has a good reason to choose the University of Mannheim. If studying in one of the largest baroque palaces in Europe is not enough for you, there is also the top notch research and teaching at the University of Mannheim, which is reflected in outstanding CHE rankings, for example. The university enjoys a particularly good reputation, especially in the Social Sciences and Economics.
Extracurricular activities
You can also volunteer in one of the many student organizations at the University of Mannheim. At the beginning of the fall/
winter semester, the Student Organization Fair and numerous kick-offs take place, where you can find out about the wide range of offers and get in touch with other students. The Fachbereichsvertretung (FBV) looks after students in Psychology programs in particular: The organization is committed to the interests of Psychology students at the University of Mannheim and organizes numerous events, especially for first-year students. In addition to your studies, you can also expand your language and subject knowledge in the Studium Generale or test the courses of the university's large sports program. From learning Turkish to dance courses and the university orchestra, there is something for every student. There are also information events such as Sports Day at the beginning of the fall/
winter semester. If you want to try something new, you've come to the right place! This wide range of activities is complemented by the weekly parties that take place at the Schneckenhof in summer, the Schlossfest in September, the clubs and bars in Jungbusch and the squares, numerous wine festivals in the surrounding area, Mannheim's Christmas markets and much more ...
After graduation
Career opportunities
As a graduate, you will have access to a wide range of professional fields and continuing training opportunities. For example, you can work in human resources, marketing, consulting, and market research, or you can specialize in consulting. Of course, you also have the opportunity to pursue a doctorate and go into research. It can be said that Mannheim psychology alumni can gain a foothold in almost all areas.
What you need to know
Language requirements
The majority of academic literature in Psychology is in English. It is therefore important that you have a good English language skills.
Admission test M.Sc. Psychology
You can find all the information about the admission test for the master’s program in Psychology (M.Sc.) here.
Further information
Would you like to find out more about studying Psychology at the University of Mannheim?
Then have a look at the program descriptions:
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Contact
Anne Wendelken
Mannheim