Bachelor of Psychology
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Part-time Distance Learning
Understanding, explaining and predicting human behavior: these are topics that are not only important in a private context, but also play a significant role in society, companies, and organizations. Study for a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the FernUniversität in Hagen via distance learning and expand your professional horizons!
Bachelor of Psychology: Course Content
Psychology deals with human thought, experience and behavior. It can help answer a wide range of questions:
- Why do people do certain things?
- Why is it difficult to change habits?
- What is the best way to share new knowledge with others?
- How do we find out who is particularly suitable for certain tasks?
- Why do we behave differently in a group than alone?
During your bachelor’s degree in Psychology, you will acquire a sound knowledge of the traditional basics of psychology. The modules in the compulsory elective area are characterized by their application-oriented content and you can select what best suits your personal areas of interest. In the “General Psychology” lectures and seminars, you will learn how people perceive and think, and how they make judgments and decisions. Why individuals act differently in a group than alone is an aspect of “Social Psychology.” “Developmental Psychology” sheds light on how abilities, skills and characteristics change from childhood to old age. And what makes people different from one another, what makes them unique, is a key component of “Personality Psychology.” In addition, you will receive in-depth training in methods and diagnostics, which is essential for a future career in the field of psychology.
The content of the course is based on the recommendations of the German Psychological Society (DGPs). Please note: Clinical Psychology is not part of the curriculum. With that in mind, the B.Sc. in Psychology at the FernUniversität in Hagen is not recommended for prospective students wishing to train as psychological psychotherapists.
Student testimonial on the B.Sc. Psychology program
Torsten Silz
“My interest in the subject, the prospect of an academic degree, the career opportunities, my fellow students – all of this motivates me to study.”
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Career prospects for graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology
A bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the FernUniversität in Hagen prepares you for psychology-related activities in companies, organizations and institutions and is a key stepping stone to a wide range of career opportunities. The main areas of focus include the following:
- Analysis and optimization of communication, teaching and learning processes, work and production processes
- Diagnosis of personality traits as well as behavioral and developmental characteristics and disorders
- Description and diagnosis of the conditions of social conflicts, formulation and implementation of social and community-based psychological intervention approaches and their evaluation
- Personnel selection and development measures
- Imparting psychological knowledge
After successfully completing your Bachelor of Psychology, you could consider the following companies and sectors as potential employers or clients:
- Educational organizations
- Administration
- Health and social services
- Coaching
- Human resources
After completing your Bachelor’s degree, you can continue your psychology studies by taking a master’s degree – also at the FernUniversität in Hagen!
Profile of the Bachelor’s Degree Program in Psychology
| Degree: | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) |
| Type of study | Full-time study, part-time study, part-time distance learning (further education/continuing education), professional qualification with elements of classroom study and online study |
| Study duration: | 6 semesters full-time, part-time studies can be arranged to suit your circumstances |
| Scope: | 180 credit points (ECTS) |
| Start of studies: | For the winter semester (1 October) |
| Enrollment deadlines: | 1 June to 31 July (for the winter semester) |
| Costs: | Approx. €2,200 total costs for a full-time course in the standard study period. For part-time studies or a personalized period of study, the total costs increase by a further 60 euros basic fee per semester (plus student body contribution) |
Your benefits at a glance
- Maximum flexibility: You adapt your studies to fit your life – not the other way around.
- Recognized degree: the state-run FernUniversität in Hagen has been offering education at an academic level for around 50 years.
- Good support: The faculties at the FernUniversität in Hagen are particularly committed to providing students with intensive support during their studies.
- Good-value further education: There are no hidden costs involved with distance learning at the FernUniversität in Hagen. You always have full transparency.
- Location-independent & plannable: Modern, digital learning formats, study documents sent by post and much more. The dates for the (few) on-campus events are set well in advance. The campus locations are spread throughout Germany making them easily accessible for everyone.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to find out more about the bachelor’s degree in Psychology as a part-time distance learning course, please visit the degree program portal of the Faculty of Psychology. Here you will find more information on the structure of the course, the specific course content, and the admission requirements.
Things You Should Know about the FernUniversität in Hagen
You can find answers to the most important questions and basic information about studying at the FernUniversität in Hagen here:
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In terms of student numbers, the FernUniversität in Hagen is the largest state university in Germany . And it is the only state-run distance learning university. FernUni students can obtain an internationally recognized bachelor’s or master’s degree. Compact certificates complement our range. The flexible study system allows you to adapt your studies to suit your life situation. That's why we are exactly the right choice for the following people:
- Working professionals
- People bringing up families
- High school graduates
- Potential students with no high school diploma
- People with disabilities or chronic illnesses
- Students abroad
- Schoolchildren
- Competitive athletes
- Refugees
- Studying While Incarcerated
- Servicemen and women in the Armed Forces
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No doubt, you have many questions: How does distance learning work? How do I learn? In what format are the exams held? When can I start studying? All the answers are gathered here for our students:
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The Student Advice Service will help you make your decision about what to study at the FernUniversität. Here you will also find further information on how to organize your distance learning course.
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You can find out more about the requirements for any degree program by visiting the website of the relevant faculty. For more information about the bachelor’s degree program, please contact the Faculty of Psychology.
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You can find all the relevant information on enrollment at the FernUniversität in Hagen listed here:
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