The Master’s Program in Mental Health addresses students’ needs to further expand their knowledge and develop abilities and skills in the field of mental health and clinical psychology. The continuation of offering the program at the Master’s level provides opportunities to educate and prepare mental health psychologists who serve to improve the mental health status of the citizens of Kosovo, contributing to filling the existing gap in this field.
The Master’s Program in Mental Health is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to contribute effectively in their field, while respecting diversity, ethical principles, and social justice. Students are trained to provide evidence-based interventions and to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, addressing the complex challenges of mental health in a social context characterized by experiences of war and major political, social, and economic transitions.
Through a student-centered approach, practical learning experiences, and a particular focus on cultural competence, as well as through engagement in research activities, students and graduates contribute to the provision of effective and culturally sensitive services, promote mental well-being, and take action toward sustainable improvements in the health and community systems.
The mission of the Mental Health Master’s program is “to equip students with advanced academic and practical expertise in mental health, enabling them to deliver evidence-based interventions with cultural sensitivity and a commitment to social justice and contribute to the improvement of society’s well-being in Kosovo and wider.”
Upon successful completion of the MSc Mental Health program, students will acquire the following knowledge, skills and competencies:
Knowledge:
Skills:
Competences:
Master’s studies have the right to enroll all candidates who have completed the basic Bachelor’s studies and have earned at least 180 credits (ECTS) or 240 credits (ECTS). To be admitted to Master’s studies, students must:
In case the student has completed prior studies in another field, the student is required to undergo the basic examinations of the Bachelor program in Psychology, which are referred to as differential exams.
The number of study places, according to the decision of KAA, is 60 students per academic year.
According to the Regulation on Master Studies at AAB College, the recognition of qualifications and the transfer of studies are governed by Articles 9, 10, and 11.
These articles outline the conditions, criteria, and procedures for admitting students from other higher education institutions, the method for transferring credits, and the process for recognizing and equating previously completed courses.
Studies in the MSc Mental Health program last 2 years, with 120 ECTS in total and 4 semesters.
Upon completion of the studies, students are awarded the academic title Master of Science (MSc) in Mental Health
The Mental Health study program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a rigorous academic path that fulfills the essential criteria for becoming a licensed clinical psychologist.
Upon completing the Master’s level in Mental Health, graduates will not only be qualified to work as licensed clinical psychologists but will also have the opportunity to make significant contributions in various sectors, including:
Additionally, graduates can participate in community empowerment programs and help organize the community of clinical psychologists within the country. They will also play a role in developing the regulatory and institutional framework necessary to support this process.
Learning outcomes in the MSc Mental Health program are assessed through written examinations or in-class tests, case studies, seminar papers, individual assignments, reviews of scientific articles, oral presentations, practical work, the final dissertation, etc.
Since the study program is at the Master’s level, the methods used to assess student performance are designed to specifically evaluate the following: research and literature review skills, data processing, application of research methods, computer literacy, the ability to contextualize and evaluate, presentation and professionalism skills, as well as cooperation and teamwork.
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Students at AAB College, in accordance with the Statute and the Regulation for BA Studies, have the right to:
Additionally, students have the right to submit complaints and requests regarding any aspect of the teaching process, assessment, or any other issues that they believe may hinder their academic development and well-being while studying at the college.
At AAB College, students are considered equal partners in the design, implementation, and evaluation of quality assurance processes. They actively participate in every working group or workshop that discusses policymaking, strategic planning, and decision-making. Specifically, students engage in quality assurance procedures through the following activities:
