MAClinical Psychology - Thesis
| Study location | Türkiye, Istanbul |
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| Type | Master, full-time |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MA |
| Course code | 138 |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Koç University master’s program in clinical psychology is an important opportunity for those who want to specialize in both clinical research and evidence-based practice in the field of clinical psychology. Candidates with an undergraduate degree in psychology can apply to the program. Involvement in social responsibility projects will increase the applicants’ chances of being accepted into the program. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Turkish. |
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| Language requirements | English |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. - You should aim to provide 2 academic references but employer references are also accepted A motivation letter must be added to your application. One of the most important parts of your application is the motivation letter. Its goal is to introduce your background and support your application. In short, its goal is to answer the question: Write in a clear and logical manner: remember, the way you write and present yourself says a lot about you. Do not plagiarize as this will mean automatic disqualification from the evaluation process. Some points that may help you answer this question:
Click here to check our How to write a strong Motivation Letter or Statement of Purpose video on YouTube. • Must have a BA/BS degree in Psychology • Statement of Purpose • CV • Transcripts We strongly encourage applicants to submit a scanned image of the transcript at the time of application, which can speed processing; however, a final, official transcript will be required of all admitted students during registration. Applicants who have attended international institutions must submit transcripts or certified attestations of study, with certified English translations. Once translated, the original transcript and the certified translations are to be sent to the Graduate School admission office. • Letters of Recommendation The Graduate School requires two letters of recommendation by persons well qualified to speak from first-hand knowledge about the applicant’s potential for graduate study. Letters of recommendation must be submitted online. • GRE/ALES ALES Score Equal Weight or Verbal: 70 • TOEFL/YDS/YÖKDİL All native applicants and international applicants whose native language is not English must ensure that the Graduate School receives their official score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). • English Language Proficiency Minimum Scores TOEFL (IBT): 80/120 • Turkish Language Proficiency Minimum Scores (TÖMER) All international applicants who are non-Turkish Speakers must have a B2 level TÖMER Score (Türkçe ve Yabancı Dil Uygulama ve Araştırma Merkezi) • Written Exam 1- MOCK Exam to all eligible applicants. Both exams aim to test the candidates’ knowledge of methods and theories in Clinical Psychology. |
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| More information | gsssh.ku.edu.tr/..ents/clinical-psychology gsssh.ku.edu.tr/..application-requirements gsssh.ku.edu.tr/..ical-psychology/research |
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Overview
The mission of our MA in Clinical Psychology program is to train practitioners who have the competence to conduct science-based practice in clinical psychology.
Koç University MA in Clinical Psychology aims to provide students with clinical competence and expertise in the fields of psychological assessment and psychotherapy, as well as to improve their scientific thinking and research skills.
The program employs faculty members who specialize in topics of suicide, depression, personality disorders, trauma, social anxiety disorder, sexual orientations and identities, emotion regulation difficulties, addiction, effects of forced migration, stress, and the role of cultural factors in the onset and treatment of psychopathology, as well as evidence-based interventions such as problem-solving therapy, systemic therapies, and psychotherapy processes. Students will gain experience in clinical psychology research by participating in national and international projects carried out by faculty members.
What are the training outcomes?
At the end of the two-year program, the graduates will reach a competent level in interview techniques, psychological assessment, and Problem-Solving Therapy, which involve intensive clinical practice.
During their first year, students will attend KU Mental Health Lab research meetings while taking courses that include theory and practice and in their second year they will do their internship at the Koç University Hospital and/or partnered mental health facilities.
The program will train experts who are familiar with the scientific method within the framework of balanced science and practice, who also have command of evidence-based psychotherapy models, and who are competent in psychological assessment.
The program, which aims to equip its graduates with evidence-based psychotherapy skills and to train them to conduct scientific research, will provide an important infrastructure for those who want to pursue doctoral studies.
Who can apply?
Koç University MA in Clinical Psychology is an important opportunity for those who want to specialize in both clinical research and evidence-based practice in the field of clinical psychology.
Candidates with an undergraduate degree in psychology can apply to the program.
Involvement in social responsibility projects will increase the applicants’ chances of being accepted into the program.
With the exception of supervision and internships, most program courses will be taught in English. Therefore, candidates with good command of English and Turkish will be considered.
Programme structure
During their first year, students will attend KU Mental Health Lab research meetings while taking courses that include theory and practice and in their second year they will do their internship at the Koç University Hospital and/or partnered mental health facilities.