The Master of Science program in Psychology (4 semesters) at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf builds upon the Bachelor’s degree program and has a modern scientific, experimental, and interdisciplinary orientation.
The program, located at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, starts every winter semester.

The Psychology at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Düsseldorf, Germany. The program is delivered on campus in German and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on October 1, 2026.
About Master of Psychology
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Psychology at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Entry Requirements
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 75
English Program Requirements
- IELTS (academic) minimum 6.0, including at least 6.0 in section “writing”
- TOEFL iBt with 75 points minimum
- We do not accept TOEIC
No language test is required for native English speakers.
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Psychology
The Masters degree qualifies for high-level professional practice in Psychology and is a requirement for a postgraduate Psychological Psychotherapy Program. Due to the broad scope and high quality of the education, graduates are qualified for careers in important fields of work for psychologists such as the healthcare system as well as organisations and businesses.
Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Psychology at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
How to Apply for Master of Psychology at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Online Registration In order to check whether you fulfil the entry and admission conditions you have to register online During the registration you will be requested to enter your contact details and to upload documents proving your aptitude:
- Application form (to download the application form click here)
- Certificate of Bachelor study programme,
- Transcript of records,
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, German “Abitur”, etc.),
- Content of modules (courses) taken in Cell and Molecular Biology (4 CP) or in Biochemistry (4 CP) or in Biopsychology (4 CP) or in Physiology (4 CP) and/or anatomy/neuroanatomy, at least 2 credit points from practical experience should be available.
Documents in languages other than English or German have to be certified translated by a sworn translator. Documents in languages other than German or English willnot be accepted. In case you have not completed your Bachelor programme yet, an interim certificate with at least 80% of examination and study achievements has be submitted instead. After saving, entered and uploaded information can be changed later on.

Germany, Düsseldorf