B.Sc. in Applied Psychology

Soveltavan psykologian kandidaattiohjelma tarjoaa kattavan koulutusohjelman, jonka tavoitteena on tarjota opiskelijoille vankka käsitys psykologisista teorioista, tutkimusmenetelmistä ja käytännön osaamisesta. Koko ohjelman ajan opiskelijat tutkivat kiehtovaa psykologian aluetta, kuten sosiaalipsykologiaa, kehityspsykologiaa, kognitiivista psykologiaa ja organisaatiopsykologiaa.

Koulutusohjelma painottaa psykologisten käsitteiden soveltamista käytännön työssä, ja ohjelma on suunniteltu valmistamaan opiskelijat erilaisille urapoluille. IU:n Applied Psychology -ohjelma tarjoaa opiskelijoille mahdollisuuden vaikuttaa positiivisesti erilaisissa ammatillisissa ympäristöissä yhdistämällä teoreettiset oivallukset kokemukselliseen oppimiseen ja käytännön harjoitteluun. Koulutusohjelma korostaa psykologisten periaatteiden soveltamisen merkitystä yksilöiden ja koko yhteiskunnan hyvinvoinnin parantamiseksi varmistaen, että valmistuneet ovat valmiita antamaan merkityksellistä työpanosta valitsemillaan aloilla.

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The Bachelor's program in Applied Psychology at IU International University of Applied Sciences offers a comprehensive curriculum aimed at providing students with a solid understanding of psychological theories, research methodologies, and practical competencies. Throughout the program, students will explore the captivating realm of psychology, delving into areas such as social psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and organizational psychology.

Emphasizing the practical utilization of psychological concepts in real-world contexts, the program is tailored to prepare students for diverse career paths. By blending theoretical insights with experiential learning and hands-on training, the Applied Psychology program at IU equips students to positively influence various professional environments. It underscores the significance of applying psychological principles to enhance the well-being of individuals and society as a whole, ensuring graduates are prepared to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields.

Course content

In this online degree programme, you will cover a variety of subjects and build a solid base in the subject of applied psychology.

• IU's online applied psychology course covers key psychology basics: industrial and organisational psychology, clinical and educational psychology.
• You will also delve into psychological research, and practice.
• The programme emphasises practical skills in methodology and statistics.
• As an applied psychology undergraduate student, you will explore behavioural psychology, evolutionary research, counselling, communication, conflict management, intercultural psychology, and positive psychology.
• The course equips you to work with diverse individuals, such as clients, patients, or applicants.
• It also offers specialisation options in health, communication, business, or media psychology.

Future prospects

With your B.Sc. Applied Psychology degree, you can expect versatile tasks in media, user research, in the area of health promotion, in organisational development and consulting, in personnel recruitment as well as in all communication areas where a psychological background is required.

After graduation, you can work as a:

• Prevention and Health Promotion Officer
• Corporate Communications Officer
• User Experience Specialist Manager