Psychology

Do you want to explore human behavior, or how people think, feel, and perceive? Are you curious about the fields in which psychology is applied and what you can do with it?

Psychology plays a role in virtually all forms of human behaviour. Psychologists study how people develop and behave in diverse contexts – from healthcare, parenting, and education to work, traffic, environment, and sport. They guide, improve, research, or develop.

With the bachelor’s in Psychology, you open doors to a career where you help people move forward and turn ideas into positive change – while also growing yourself!

In this bachelor's programme, you:

• learn how biological, cognitive, social, and environmental factors can shape our behaviour
• explore the broad professional field of psychology
• train your communication and diagnostic skills
• work in small groups to develop your academic, research, professional, and communication skills
• learn to critically reflect on psychological theories
• gain command of statistics and methodology – the foundation of solid psychological research
• can specialise in the area that interests you most
• build a strong profile as a future psychologist – both in content and in practice

Why study this programme in Groningen?

• Broad and International You explore all core areas of psychology - from brain to behavior, from individual to society - in a program with strong international orientation and leading research.
• Skills from the Start From day one you develop professional, academic, and research skills in small mentor-led groups – intensive, personal, and practice-oriented.
• Early Career Orientation In the first years you explore psychology’s work fields and discover your interests. In year three there is room for deepening and broadening of your knowledge, , so you can choose your master with clear focus and strong preparation.
• Research and Statistics Research is central in the curriculum. You learn to design studies, analyze data, and substantiate findings.
• Learning by Doing You get ample opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills directly in practicals and in your own research.
• Buddy Support A current student (optionally) supports you with studies, practical matters, and settling into life in Groningen.