Important information
Please note that not all information is translated. Please refer to the german version for missing information.
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Admission requirements
Prerequisites for the admission to the study course:
• first in Germany recognised university degree that qualifies for a profession of at least six semesters in Psychology from a university, or a first degree that qualifies for a profession from a university in one of the following subjects: Work science, Computer science, Engineering, Transport science, Economics, Business education, Industrial engineering, Teacher training, Public health, Occupational health, Sociology.
• special expertise in psychological foundations and the thematic core areas of the course. The proof is effected in accordance with the Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test [Eignungsfeststellungsordnung].
• Due to the fact that it is possible to study in English, knowledge of English at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is a prerequisite, if English is not the native language of the applicant. Notes to the required language skills
Aptitude assessment and NC (numerus clausus) selection
- Information and documents to be submitted
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• Basis for the selection procedure: TU Dresden Regulations for Award of Master's degrees [Mastervergabeordnung der TU Dresden]
• Notes, Study Regulations, Selection Regulations and Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test [Eignungsfeststellungsordnung] on the homepage of the study course
General information regarding NC selection procedures can be found
here.
A short version regarding the NC selection procedure in English can be found here.
German language requirements
International applicants and German applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification are kindly advised to read the requirements for German-language courses.
Application hints and tips
If, at the time of application, proof of the first degree qualifying the applicant for a profession is not yet available, the application will be considered under the precondition that 80 % of the credit points attainable for the degree have already been achieved based on completed module examinations or the final thesis and the colloquium (if applicable). A certification from the awarding institute of higher education (examination office) serves as proof of the above-mentioned academic achievements. The certification should also contain a preliminary average grade calculated on the basis of completed graded academic work. You can find the appropriate form on the Admissions Office website.
General information for the degree programme
The master study program Psychology: HPSTS focuses on teaching the fundamental principles, methods, and applications for the optimal design and the efficient management of socio-technical systems, the individual extension in supplemental areas, and the acquisition of general skills. The following chairs offer a joint curriculum:
-Work and Organizational Psychology
-Psychology of Learning and Instruction
-Engineering Psychology
-Traffic and Transportation Psychology
-Social Psychology
-Methods of Psychology
In Addition:
-Clinical Psychology
-Cognitive-Affective Neuroscience
-Public Health
-Occupational Health
-Computer Sciences
-Technical Design
-Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Associations with Other Faculties
An important part of the program refers to applications for the optimization of complex socio-technical systems. The manifold collaborations with other disciplines at TU Dresden will provide a research-active and interdisciplinary environment. The modules HPSTS-8 (Research and Intervention) and HPSTS-I (Internship) enable, the students to conduct own research projects and to get insights into practical applications and potential fields of work.
Study contents
This information is not translated. Please refer to the german version.
Documents
TU Dresden Official Announcements contains all published regulations. Use the search function to find the desired documents: Official proclamation
Additionally, the regulations can be viewed on the website of the responsible unit.
Contact
Admissions Office
ServiceCenterStudies
Post address:
Technische Universität Dresden
Immatrikulationsamt
01062 Dresden
- Tel.
- +49 351 463-42000
Office Hours:
Faculty of Psychology
Academic Advisor
Mr Prof. Dr. Sebastian Pannasch
Post address:
TU Dresden
Fakultät Psychologie
01062 Dresden
- Tel.
- +49 351 463-34221
Office Hours:
Please contact us for an appointment or refer to the office hours.
International Office
International Office
Office address:
Bürogebäude Strehlener Str. (BSS) 22, 6. Etage, Raum 671
Post address:
TU Dresden
International Office
01062 Dresden
- Tel.
- +49 351 463-39607
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