The so-called Studierendenauswahlverfahren Psychologie (STAV-Psych) is a subject-specific study aptitude test that assesses general cognitive abilities and prior knowledge relevant to the study of psychology. A good test result can open up better chances of admission. Participation in the STAV-Psych was possible until 2022 – results of the test will be considered in the current application process.
In 2023 the study aptitude test BaPsy-DGPs of the German Psychological Society replaced the STAV-Psych.