Clinical Psychology
Graduate (Master)
Psychology
Why are these studies worth choosing?
These studies provide advanced knowledge in psychology and prepare you to work in psychological counselling and mental health support.*
*Regulations differ between countries. Whether you can work in counselling or as a psychotherapist depends on local laws, your prior BA studies, or additional training after your BA/MA. Always check the requirements in the country where you intend to practice.
Through the program, you develop practical skills and acquire knowledge that are highly relevant in international and multicultural contexts. You also engage with contemporary research methods, evidence-based practices, and real-world applications, equipping you for further professional development in mental health fields, depending on local regulations.
What can you do after graduation?
This specialization equips you with practical knowledge and skills to provide psychological support, work in counselling, and contribute to mental health promotion.
This program
is for you if:
Admission rules and regulations
Note: important information for 2025 candidates
Please read carefully the application procedures in line with the changes introduced by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education in 2025.
Curriculum and study structure
Master's Studies
The study program covers issues related to the understanding of psychological concepts and processes and application of psychological knowledge in your professional life.
First year of studies
In the first year of studies, you will take the courses within the specialization path you have chosen. You will start acquiring specialized knowledge in the field of clinical psychology.
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Health and safety | 0 | 8 |
| Methods of psychological diagnosis I | 5 | 30 |
| Culture and Ethics | 5 | 30 |
| Major issues in contemporary psychology | 5 | 30 |
| Biological basis of mental disorders | 5 | 30 |
| Clinical psychology of children and adolescents | 5 | 30 |
| Approaches to clinical psychology | 5 | 30 |
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign language I | 2 | 30 |
| Methods of psychological diagnosis II | 5 | 30 |
| Master's seminar I | 2 | 24 |
| Psychotheraphy | 5 | 60 |
| Neurophysiology and the EEG lab | 3 | 30 |
| Psychology of addictions | 3 | 30 |
| Cognitive behavioral therapy | 4 | 30 |
| Stress and stress related disorders | 3 | 30 |
| Psychology of disabilities | 3 | 30 |
Second year of studies
In the second year of studies, you will systematize and organize your knowledge and skills in educational and developmental psychology. You will learn more about developmental disorders, the use of psychological games in child psychology, and also work on your MA thesis.
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign language II | 4 | 30 |
| Anxiety disorders - etiology and treatment | 3 | 30 |
| Advanced academic skills in clinical psychology | 2 | 30 |
| Developmental disorders of children and adolescents | 3 | 30 |
| E-therapy - using IT tools in psychological therapy | 2 | 30 |
| Personality disorders – diagnosis and treatment | 4 | 30 |
| Psychological interview | 3 | 30 |
| Psychology of sexuality | 3 | 30 |
| Master's seminar II | 6 | 30 |
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurpsychology of psychotic disorders | 4 | 30 |
| Health psychology | 3 | 30 |
| Eating disorders | 3 | 30 |
| Master's seminar III | 20 | 60 |
The content of the study program may change as a result of efforts to improve the quality of education and adapt the teaching offer to the current challenges of the labor market. Each change is approved by the University Senate and introduced with the aim of preparing students for their future careers in the best possible way.
Tuition fees
Fixed tuition - flexible payments
By choosing to study at VIZJA University, you can be sure that the tuition fee will not change throughout the duration of your studies. You can pay the tuition fee once for the entire year of study or spread over a semester payment. This allows you to decide how you want to plan your expenses.
Fees (academic year 2026/2027)
| Year of study | Annually | Per semester* |
| I | 2900 € | 1600 € |
| II | 2900 € | 1600 € |
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.
| Year of study | Annually | Per semester* |
| I | 3900 € | 2100 € |
| II | 3900 € | 2100 € |
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.
EU and other countries group
This group includes citizens of the countries member states of the European Union and the following countries citizens: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latin America, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
Other countries
The citizens of all the remaining countries.
Study in Polish!
Do you want to study at VIZJA University in Polish? It is possible! We have prepared a special program for international students to acquire the skills necessary for active study in Polish and for academic, social and everyday life in Poland.
The Comprehensive Polish Language Program for International Students is:
- part of The VIZJA University Foundation Program, which is a comprehensive preparation for starting regular Bachelor's or Master's studies in Polish at VIZJA University
- a course aimed at two groups of international students: students with knowledge of a Slavic language (Russian, Ukrainian, Czech etc.) and students without prior knowledge of any Slavic language
- a chance for immersion in Polish society and culture, authentic experience of life in Poland and broad career prospects on the Polish labour market
More details coming soon!
Scholarships - easier than you think
While studying at VIZJA University, you can take advantage of a wide range of financial support from the state budget and European funds, as well as benefit from special discounts with VIZJA University discount program
You can submit most scholarship applications quickly and easily through your online account.
In the academic year 2023/2024, VIZJA University awarded 800 Rector’s Scholarships, ranging from PLN 400 /month to PLN 1000 /month, depending on the average or achievements. For outstanding sport, artistic or scientific achievements, the Scholarship Committee awarded scholarships of PLN 600 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for the Rector’s Scholarship is available in the dean’s system.
A sports scholarship may be awarded to a student who excels in sport achievements at least national level. In addition we also encourage our students to take part in additional support programs- eg. the National Academic Representation.
Young sportsmen can count on financial support in the amount of PLN 600 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for sports scholarship is available in the dean’s system.
A scholarship for people with disabilities may be awarded to a student who has a disability certificate, a disability degree certificate, a ZUS certifying physician’s certificate, a disability group certificate or a certificate of permanent or long-term incapacity to work on a farm.
In the 2023/2024 academic year, depending on the degree of disability, 350 scholarships for people with disabilities were awarded, ranging from PLN 1700 /month to PLN 1900 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for a scholarship for people with disabilities is available in the dean’s system.
The allowance is a form of emergency financial assistance. Any student who found himself temporarily in a difficult life situation resulting from random events beyond the student’s control can apply for it.The allowance may be granted twice in one academic year, and the allowance is not granted twice for the same random event.
In 2024, we granted 51 allowances for a total of PLN 255 000. The allowances, depending on the student’s situation, were paid in the amount of PLN 2,000 to PLN 5,000 at a time.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for the allowance is available in the dean’s system.
2023/2024 academic year
800 Rector’s Scholarships
51 allowances
350 scholarships for people with disabilities
12 500 000 PLN was spent in 2023/2024 on scholarships
PLN 1,890,289.35 was spent in 2019/2020 on scholarships
PLN 2,911,662.50 was spent in 2020/2021 on scholarships
PLN 4,158,177.00 was spent in 2021/2022 on scholarships
PLN 7,829,950.00 was spent in 2022/2023 on scholarships
Rector’s Scholarship – highest average: 5,44
