Master in Psychology: Training & Development

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Apr 1, 2027, while tuition fees for Master in Psychology: Training & Development are 9,346 USD per year.

The Master in Psychology: Training & Development is a 2-year program at the University of Amsterdam, taught in English. It's for students who want to work as trainers in psychology, applying theories from Social, Clinical, and Work and Organisational Psychology.

The curriculum covers theoretical and practical approaches, helping you develop a broad range of skills. You'll learn to use various methods to design and deliver training programs.

Graduates can pursue careers as Training Managers, Organizational Development Specialists, Learning and Development Coordinators, or Talent Development Managers, working in industries like education, healthcare, or human resources.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632 and located in the heart of Amsterdam, is one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious research universities. As a large, internationally oriented institution, UvA offers a wide range of programs across faculties such as humanities, social and behavioural sciences, economics and business, science, law, medicine and dentistry. Its metropolitan setting and historic campus combine with modern facilities to support a vibrant academic community.

UvA enrolls tens of thousands of students and provides hundreds of master’s and bachelor’s options, including many English-taught programs and research opportunities across more than 20 priority areas. The university’s strengths include interdisciplinary research institutes, strong international collaborations and a focus on societal impact. Students can access specialized research centres, internships in Amsterdam’s dynamic job market, and study abroad options via established exchange networks.

International applicants benefit from extensive support services, clear admissions guidance and housing assistance through university and partner residences. Studying in Amsterdam offers cultural diversity, excellent public transport and a creative, innovative urban environment. Graduates from UvA move into careers in academia, public service, business and the arts, drawing on the university’s rigorous training, research reputation and global connections.