Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology (research)

The Research Master Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology is a two-year programme of total 120 ECTS, 60 ECTS a year.

Goal

After completion of the programme, graduates will be qualified to work as competent researchers in the field of mental health with an independent work attitude. They will be capable of successfully conducting a PhD programme or working in a research institution, translating theoretical insights into clinical applications.

Curriculum

The curriculum consists of courses to provide students with knowledge on (developmental) psychopathology, theory of treatment and preventive interventions, and trends in brain and behavior research. Also, students are trained in specific techniques for conducting mental health research as well as on general academic skills including scientific writing and presenting, advanced statistics and research skills.