Curriculum outline

The two-year programme is divided into four semesters. The curriculum comprises three major components: Theory (theoretical models and advanced theoretical topics), Methodology (advanced research methods), and Research (the preparation of a Master's thesis).

Year 1

In the first year, four theory courses will introduce key concepts of behavioural regulation, behavioural regulation strategies and interventions. Furthermore, three methodology courses will develop your skills in study design and programming, data analysis and visualization, and research report writing. You will also join ongoing research projects during a research training covering all aspects of conducting a study.

Year 2

Apart from an elective course, the second year is primarily spent on (preparations for) your Master’s thesis. A second research training  will set the stage for your thesis and two training seminars will teach you how to write a thesis proposal, set-up a study relevant for testing, analyse your data and write up your thesis. The rest of the year is dedicated to the thesis writing itself.