Psychotherapy (master's programme)
Joint programme: What does this mean?
This master's programme is offered in partnership with the Medical University of Vienna. You apply at the University of Vienna and complete the admission procedure. You will study at the Medical University of Vienna as a co-registered student. Through this partnership, you will attend courses at both universities.
Alternative Educational Paths
The master programme is not the only educational path in psychotherapy. Find out more about other training opportunities online, e.g. at the Postgraduate Center of the University of Vienna.
- Orientation Course
- Psychopathology (8 ECTS)
- Therapeutic Approaches (16 ECTS)
- Assessment and Diagnostics (12 ECTS)
- Psychotherapy Research (14 ECTS)
- Framework Conditions and Non-psychotherapeutic Treatment Practice (8 ECTS)
- Exercises in Psychotherapeutic Treatment Methodology (16 ECTS)
- Psychotherapeutic Practical Components (20 ECTS)
Is this programme right for me?
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First-hand info
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Online info-presentations
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What can you expect after your studies?
Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.
Your perspectives
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Research and Teaching
You want to continue researching exciting topics and perhaps take up a teaching position at the University of Vienna? You can find all the information you need about the requirements and your options at the Center for Doctoral Studies.
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Your entry into working life
When starting your career, many questions arise. The Career Center of the University of Vienna supports you with individual advice, webinars and workshops. Gain insights into different career profiles at career events and connect with potential employers.
Career profiles
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Good to know
- After the master's programme the third stage of training follows: a fee-based postgraduate specialist training programme in psychotherapy with a professional association recognised in Austria. This training is concluded by a state-administered psychotherapy licensing examination.
- Only then can you practise psychotherapy independently.
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Which careers are possible after this degree?
Prepare yourself both theoretically and practically for postgraduate specialist training in psychotherapy. Work in a scientifically grounded, legally compliant and diversity-sensitive manner – from the initial consultation right through to treatment planning. Possible career paths and further training options include:
- Postgraduate specialist training in psychotherapy with a recognised professional association
- Clinical psychotherapeutic care following the completion of your specialist training
- Research in the area of Psychotherapy
- Consulting in the healthcare sector and in care facilities
What else should you know?
- What do you need to know before starting your studies? All information about studying at the University of Vienna
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- Would you like to spend a semester abroad? The International Office will be happy to advise you!
