Clinical Psychology - MSc University of Nicosia

Program Description

Clinical Psychology (MSc, 3 Years or 6 Semesters) The three-year Master of Science degree programme in Clinical Psychology aims to integrate clinical, academic and research aspects of training. Upon completion of their training, students will be able to engage in applied practice of clinical psychology with different populations. The program also offers students the opportunity to design and conduct empirical research. A major aim of the program is to cultivate in training clinicians an ethical professional identity that will guide their work as researchers and as practitioners. Objectives The program is based on the scientist-practitioner model of training. This model offers clinical training to students that prepares them for a career as professional clinical psychologists. Moreover, the program offers students the education to develop, through further training, into competent researchers and academics. Career Prospects Upon successful completion of the program graduates will be able to work as clinical psychologists in different professional settings of the private or public sector. Potential employment opportunities include: Non-profit organizations, mental health centres, clinics, hospitals, private practice, group practice, rehabilitation centres, psychiatric centres, etc. Clinical psychologists can also choose to become providers of the National Healthcare System (GESY).

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