Overview

The Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology (Research) programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam gives you the opportunity to work on theoretical and practical problems, through varied learning activities and settings. In a small-scale teaching environment, you’ll learn about the etiology, development and course of psychopathology, as well as cutting-edge psychologically informed methods for its prevention and treatment.

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As a graduate from the Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology programme, you’re highly likely to find work as a researcher in positions at universities and research institutes, but especially in roles that bridge the gap between universities and mental health services.

After completing your degree, you’ll be in an excellent position to get to work on your PhD, addressing questions on epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis, courses, treatments and outcomes of psychopathology, as well as mental health service planning and evaluation. You might also be involved in translational research conducted in the field or in applied research centres.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epidemiological Research in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology

Psychopathology

Randomized Controlled Trials of Psychological Interventions

Scientific Writing and Presenting (CDP)

Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses of Psychological Interventions

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Clinical Psychology View 13 other Masters in Clinical Psychology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

B

English requirements

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92

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your previous education needs to be deemed equivalent to at least a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree obtained at a research university (nominal duration 3 years).

Programme specific requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Psychology or Education, or a closely related subject (approved by the admission committee)

GPA of 7.5 (Dutch grading system) or international equivalent thereof (e.g. B or a GPA of 3.6) or higher, with an 8 (A-) or higher for your final thesis

12 ECTS in introductory level course in clinical diagnosis and assessment of mental health problems and risks

12 ECTS in research methods/statistics

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17480 EUR / year

≈ 17480 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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