CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Program Outcomes

Classified

1 - Knowledge

Theoretical - Conceptual

1) To develop an in-depth understanding of human psychopathology and psychological well-being through theoretical knowledge and empirical research.

2) To critically evaluate psychological theories, treatment approaches, and empirical findings to enhance evidence-based clinical practice.

2 - Skills

Cognitive - Practical

1) To master essential clinical skills, including clinical interviewing, case formulation, and evidence-based intervention techniques.

2) To acquire knowledge and practical experience in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning through supervised clinical training.

3) To develop proficiency in conducting independent research in clinical psychology, utilizing appropriate research designs (e.g., experimental, correlational, longitudinal, and qualitative studies) and statistical analyses.

4) To develop the ability to integrate psychological theories and research into real-world clinical practice through supervised clinical training and fieldwork.

3 - Competences

Communication and Social Competence

1) To understand and adhere to ethical principles and professional standards in clinical psychology practice and research, with a commitment to non-discrimination, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility.

Learning Competence

1) To engage in self-reflection and ongoing professional development, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning in clinical psychology.

Field Specific Competence

1) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on mental health by integrating biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and treatment of psychological disorders.

2) To gain competence in cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapy approaches and specialize in one of them.

3) To enhance supervision and case formulation skills through practical experience in clinical settings, developing the ability to provide structured feedback and support to clients and colleagues.

Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

1) To successfully complete a master’s thesis that demonstrates the ability to formulate research questions, conduct independent scientific inquiry, and contribute to the field of clinical psychology.

Program Gains Program Level

Program Outcomes	TR-NQF-HE 7 (Master) Level Descriptors	TR-NQF-HE Main Field Descriptors 31 - Social and behavioural science

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To develop an in-depth understanding of human psychopathology and psychological well-being through theoretical knowledge and empirical research. 2) To critically evaluate psychological theories, treatment approaches, and empirical findings to enhance evidence-based clinical practice.	1) Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications. 2) Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) To master essential clinical skills, including clinical interviewing, case formulation, and evidence-based intervention techniques. 2) To acquire knowledge and practical experience in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning through supervised clinical training. 3) To develop proficiency in conducting independent research in clinical psychology, utilizing appropriate research designs (e.g., experimental, correlational, longitudinal, and qualitative studies) and statistical analyses. 4) To develop the ability to integrate psychological theories and research into real-world clinical practice through supervised clinical training and fieldwork.	1) Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with. 2) Interpret the knowledge about the field by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge. 3) Solve the problem faced related to the field by using research methods.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) To understand and adhere to ethical principles and professional standards in clinical psychology practice and research, with a commitment to non-discrimination, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility.	1) Communicate current developments and studies within the field to both professional and non-professional groups systematically using written, oral and visual techniques by supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. 2) Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary 3) Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. 4) Use advanced informatics and communication technology skills with software knowledge required by the field.
Learning Competence
1) To engage in self-reflection and ongoing professional development, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning in clinical psychology.	1) Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field with a critical approach and direct the learning.
Field Specific Competence
1) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on mental health by integrating biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and treatment of psychological disorders. 2) To gain competence in cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapy approaches and specialize in one of them. 3) To enhance supervision and case formulation skills through practical experience in clinical settings, developing the ability to provide structured feedback and support to clients and colleagues.	1) Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethic values and teach these values. 2) Develop strategy, policy and implementation plans on the issues related to the field and assess the findings within the frame of quality processes. 3) Use the knowledge, problem solving and/or implementation skills in interdisciplinary studies.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) To successfully complete a master’s thesis that demonstrates the ability to formulate research questions, conduct independent scientific inquiry, and contribute to the field of clinical psychology.	1) Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field. 2) Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field. 3) Demonstrate leadership in contexts that require solving problems related to the field.

Conjoined

1) To develop an in-depth understanding of human psychopathology and psychological well-being through theoretical knowledge and empirical research.

2) To critically evaluate psychological theories, treatment approaches, and empirical findings to enhance evidence-based clinical practice.

3) To master essential clinical skills, including clinical interviewing, case formulation, and evidence-based intervention techniques.

4) To acquire knowledge and practical experience in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning through supervised clinical training.

5) To develop proficiency in conducting independent research in clinical psychology, utilizing appropriate research designs (e.g., experimental, correlational, longitudinal, and qualitative studies) and statistical analyses.

6) To develop the ability to integrate psychological theories and research into real-world clinical practice through supervised clinical training and fieldwork.

7) To understand and adhere to ethical principles and professional standards in clinical psychology practice and research, with a commitment to non-discrimination, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility.

8) To engage in self-reflection and ongoing professional development, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning in clinical psychology.

9) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on mental health by integrating biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and treatment of psychological disorders.

10) To gain competence in cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapy approaches and specialize in one of them.

11) To enhance supervision and case formulation skills through practical experience in clinical settings, developing the ability to provide structured feedback and support to clients and colleagues.

12) To successfully complete a master’s thesis that demonstrates the ability to formulate research questions, conduct independent scientific inquiry, and contribute to the field of clinical psychology.