Psychology - uniform master's degree studies
Dynamic changes taking place in society mean that more and more people are struggling to cope with everyday challenges. Professional psychological help is often essential for understanding emotions, building relationships, and achieving harmony in life. Due to the high demand for psychology specialists, the Gdańsk Medical University of Applied Sciences has decided to introduce a prestigious and sought-after field of study: psychology.
Psychology is a field that allows students to deepen their knowledge of human nature, the dynamics of the mechanisms governing human behavior and motivation. It also allows them to delve deeper into the inner experiences of humans and the emotions that arise within them, which can have a diverse impact on their relationships with themselves and their surroundings. Furthermore, the psychology program at the Gdańsk Medical Academy of Applied Sciences enables them to understand the mechanisms behind mental health disorders, provides diagnostic tools for their study, and allows them to design professional psychological support whose effectiveness has been scientifically proven. It also encompasses knowledge of broadly understood prevention, which is crucial for maintaining mental well-being.
Taking up a uniform five-year master's degree will allow candidates to acquire the competences to perform one of the most universal professions of public trust, which, in addition to professional knowledge, requires a number of soft skills.
What distinguishes the Psychology program at the Gdańsk Medical University of Applied Sciences?
Long-cycle master's studies in the field of psychology The practical-oriented programs aim to educate specialists with the necessary knowledge, skills, and personality traits to practice as psychologists. The most important part of the studies will be practical classes preparing for future work, as well as professional internships in public and private entities providing psychological assistance. Highly specialized and selected teaching staff from the Gdańsk University of Applied Medical Sciences will ensure proper communication of information and the development of candidates' interpersonal skills.
PRACTICAL DIRECTION
An important mission of the Gdańsk Medical Academy of Applied Sciences is to educate highly specialized staff in the fields of medical and health sciences, where we place particular emphasis on preparing our graduates for practical professional practice. The 960-hour internship is organized into five consecutive blocks, allowing students to more effectively utilize their practical experience.
FLEXIBLE STUDY PROGRAM
The curriculum has been designed to be flexibly tailored to each student's individual needs and aptitudes. To this end, students can choose from a wide range of elective courses and three study paths.
Our teaching staff is comprised of practitioners who, in a professional yet accessible manner, offer insights into the practical work of a psychologist. Among them are experienced clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, certified psychotherapists, supervisors, and specialists in neuropsychology, sexology, sports psychology, transport psychology, pedagogy, coaching, and career counseling.
EMPHASIS ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOFT SKILLS
Since soft skills are an indispensable tool in the work of a psychologist, students will have the opportunity to expand them not only through acquiring theoretical knowledge but also through practical work. To this end, the curriculum includes participation in integration workshops, conflict resolution workshops, and mentalization classes, among other activities.
PSYCHOLOGIST'S PROFESSION...
The profession of psychologists involves constant contact with others, not only with patients but also with colleagues. Therefore, candidates should be open to change and the problems of others, patient and persistent, respectful and tolerant of others' views, beliefs, and attitudes, and possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team and collaborate with specialists, empathy, patience, and sensitivity. Kindness, honesty, tactfulness, and discretion are also essential, along with a high ethical awareness, maturity, stress tolerance, awareness of one's strengths and weaknesses, responsibility, and the ability to exercise self-control and make quick decisions, including a willingness to solve unconventional problems. Furthermore, candidates should demonstrate a willingness to continuously develop and an awareness of the need for self-improvement.
Studies will be conducted in full-time and part-time forms.
Educational Paths
Educational paths in psychology have been prepared with particular emphasis on the currently dynamically developing trends in psychology, as well as taking into account the market needs in the field of psychological services.
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