Psychology

Overview

Learning Outcomes

• know new trends in psychology and deep knowledge in the field of doctoral theses;

• understand the role and meaning of psychology in a broad contex of social sciences;

• are able to analyze and critically evaluate different studies, paradigms, theories and models of psychology;

• are capable to plan and organize R&D activities, critically analyze and evaluate results;

• are competent in teaching psychology and supporting the students' learning process;

• are able to present results of scientific research in scientific communication;

• are able to introduce specific psychology related knowledge in the larger context of the society and culture, participate in discussions in the society and affect social decision processes;

• know ethical and professional standards in the field of practical psychology;

• are able to prepare and perform international research projects;

• know the deep knowledge of research methods, new trends and theories in psychology.

• Conferred Degree: PhD (Psychology)

Why Study Psychology at Tallinn University? 

The School of Natural Sciences and Health operates on the principle of academic freedom and supports the academic development of the doctoral student on an international level and with the presence of external supervisors also in fields not related to the institute’s research fields of priority.

What are the Career Options After the Studies?

A PhD in psychology enables the graduate to work primarily in three fields: a) as top specialists in various organizations that require analytical skills, the development of original solutions, and the usage of science-based arguments; b) as university lecturers; c) as heads of R&D projects or as a researcher in such a project.