In the latter course, you learn to critically examine the material you have learned over the years and assess what each future client needs during a treatment programme.
Elize de Zwart
Alumnus Clinical Psychology
Hi! My name is Elize, and I just graduated with a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I also earned my bachelor's degree in psychology at Erasmus University, which I really enjoyed, so I decided to do my master's here, too. I also think Rotterdam is a nice and versatile city in which to study. In addition to study opportunities, Rotterdam also offers many fun activities to do in your free time! There are various nightlife options, and several festivals are organised every year. The Erasmus University campus is also very versatile. There is a gym, various places to study and even a bar where you can have a drink with fellow students.
I found the master's programme itself very interesting. You take various courses that prepare you for your future career. This allows you to delve deeper into the subject than in a bachelor's programme. The theoretical courses focus on addiction, personality disorders and severe mental illness in an urban context. In the latter course, you learn to critically examine the material you have learned over the years and assess what each future client needs during a treatment programme. This block has stayed with me because it shows an interesting link between theory and practice.
During the practical modules, you will also be prepared for the professional field. In the first module, you will learn about couples therapy and sexuality. In the following two modules, you will learn about cognitive behavioural therapy. You will learn specific techniques that you can use as a future therapist. Before your internship, you will also take a statistics course to teach you all the skills you need to write a successful thesis!
Finally, this master's programme also offers very interesting lectures by experts with practical experience in the field. During the addiction module, for example, you will have the opportunity to ask questions to someone who has been addicted for many years. These lectures bring the theoretical material to life and help reduce the stigma surrounding addiction and mental disorders in general.
I have found the master's programme and the accompanying internships very educational. I have now acquired the right skills and knowledge that I will apply in practice as a future psychologist!