Overview

Key facts

It explores the framework of evidence-based treatment of pathological phenomena as a response to life-experiences by considering psychological, medical, sociological and anthropological aspects. The course is designed to broaden students’ theoretical knowledge in methodology and to provide the skills required to put theory into practice.

Integrating theoretical knowledge and applied clinical experience is a core element of the programme. Students will do supervised internships at external facilities as well as at the SFU’s Outpatient Clinic, and acquire the skills and competencies required for practicing psychotherapy in compulsory personal development courses.

In the Psychotherapy Science Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by Sigmund Freud University, students acquire basic competencies in research methodologies and are introduced to the legal, economic and social framework of the profession. A major element of the programme is practical training in psychotherapy. Students reflect on their practical experiences and thus develop self-reflection and self-awareness.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychotherapy as a science

Psychotherapy as a profession

General psychology I

Differential psychology

Psychological diagnostics I

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

Psychology Neuroscience

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A university entrance qualification, such as an Austrian secondary school leaving certificate (Matura), an Austrian vocational certificate (Berufsreifeprüfung), or a foreign equivalent, such as a High School Diploma.

Candidates must undergo two admission interviews with two members of SFU’s permanent academic staff.

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Tuition Fee

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International

14430 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7215 EUR per semester during 36 months.
EU/EEA

14430 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7215 EUR per semester during 36 months.

Living costs for Vienna

861 - 1331 EUR /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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