Psychology

The professional profile of the graduate of the master's degree is formed in compatibility with the Christian understanding of man on the basis of the current scientific base of theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of psychology. The professional orientation of the graduate is based on the understanding of psychology as a helping profession, aimed at solving the most diverse educational, personal-social and mental-health problems of contemporary man.
The graduate's professional training focuses on developing his/her ability to creatively apply psychological knowledge and practical skills, especially in educational, counseling, and clinical psychological disciplines. Additional knowledge and skills from such professionally compatible areas as social psychology, psychodiagnostics, psychological intervention and psychotherapy also ensure the creative mastery of the graduate's professional focus.



Prospects of graduates

A graduate of the Master's degree in psychology acquires the prerequisite to apply in the most diverse spheres of social practice, especially as an educational and school psychologist (in educational and especially school institutions), as a counselling psychologist (in professional, partnership, marriage, forensic-psychological and pastoral counselling), as a clinical psychologist (in the field of solving problems of health, illness, psychopathology, etc.).



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Conditions of admission

The basic condition for admission is the completion of a single-subject Bachelor's degree programme in Psychology. In this programme, an entrance examination is held in the form of a written test, which verifies the basic knowledge acquired during the Bachelor's studies in the Psychology study programme. In the event of non-attendance at the appointed time, the written test cannot be taken on an alternative date.



Additional information

The Faculty of Arts of the University of Trnava in Trnava (hereinafter referred to as TU) plans to admit approximately 280 students to the Master's programme in the academic year 2026/2027, depending on the amount of the allocated budget and the fulfilment of the basic and other admission requirements.

The appropriate type of application form must be used for admission.

The basic condition for admission to the Master's degree (Mgr. degree) is the completion of the Bachelor's degree.

The Faculty of Philosophy of the TU reserves the right to make any changes and updates in order to improve the quality of the admission procedure, in accordance with Section 57 (5) of Act No. 131/2002 Coll. on higher education as amended by later regulations.

Applicants should submit a completed application form to the address of the Faculty's seat: Faculty of Arts, University of Trnava, Hornopotočná 23, 918 43 Trnava. Candidates who have completed lower degree studies before the school. 2025/2026, they must send an application form, a confirmation of payment of the admission fee, a notarized/matriculated copy of the university diploma, a certificate of state examination and a diploma supplement. Applicants who are completing their lower secondary studies in 2026 will send their application form together with a current certificate of attendance.

The admission procedure for a prospective student begins on the date of receipt of his/her written application. For this reason, an applicant who submits his/her application electronically is also obliged to submit it in written form, duly documented (proof of payment of the admission fee, certified Bachelor's degree,...).

Applicants who will be admitted on the basis of the selection procedure will send officially certified copies of their certificates (for M.Sc. studies of the state bachelor's exams) within two days after successful completion of the state exam.

The faculty does not require confirmation of the applicant's health status. If it is necessary to take a disability into account in the admission examination process, the applicant must attach a certificate of disability and the recommended form of examination to the application form.

Applicants may also submit multiple applications to the College. For each study programme it is necessary to submit a new application and pay the fee of 40,- € again.

Applicants who have completed a lower degree abroad shall submit nostrified documents of education in accordance with the provisions of Decree No. 422/2015 Coll. A receipt for the payment of the admission fee (in the amount of 40.- €,) must be pasted on the 3rd page of the application form. In case of non-attendance at the entrance examination, the fee will not be refunded. The Admissions Committee decides on the points required for admission.



Conditions for international students

Applicants who have completed a lower level of studies abroad shall submit proof of equivalence of studies at secondary schools abroad pursuant to Act No.422/2015 Coll. on the recognition of documents on education and on the recognition of professional qualifications and on the amendment and supplementation of certain acts.



Coordinator for students with specific needs

Mgr. Iveta Schusterová, PhD.
Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, TU
iveta.schusterova@truni.sk



General information on the admission exam

The Faculty of Arts of the University of Trnava in Trnava (hereinafter referred to as TU) plans to admit approximately 280 students to the Master's degree programme in the academic year 2026/2027, depending on the amount of allocated budget funds and the fulfilment of basic and other admission requirements. 40 students for the psychology study programme.

The appropriate type of application form must be used for the study.

The basic condition for admission to the Master's programme (M.Sc. degree) is the completion of a Bachelor's degree.

The Faculty of Philosophy of the TU reserves the right to make any changes and updates in order to improve the quality of the admission procedure, in accordance with Section 57 (5) of Act No. 131/2002 Coll. on higher education as amended by later regulations.

Applicants should submit a completed application form to the address of the Faculty's seat: Faculty of Arts, University of Trnava, Hornopotočná 23, 918 43 Trnava. Candidates who have completed lower degree studies before the school. 2025/2026, they must send an application form, a confirmation of payment of the admission fee, a notarized/matriculated copy of the university diploma, a certificate of state examination and a diploma supplement. Applicants who are completing their lower secondary studies in 2026 will send their application form together with a current certificate of attendance.

The admission procedure for a prospective student begins on the date of receipt of his/her written application. For this reason, an applicant who submits his/her application electronically is also obliged to submit it in written form, duly documented (proof of payment of the admission fee, certified Bachelor's degree,...).

Applicants who will be admitted on the basis of the selection procedure will send officially certified copies of their certificates (for M.Sc. studies of the state bachelor's exams) within two days after successful completion of the state exam.

The faculty does not require confirmation of the applicant's health status. If it is necessary to take a disability into account in the admission examination process, the applicant must attach a certificate of disability and the recommended form of examination to the application form.

Applicants may also submit multiple applications to the College. For each study programme it is necessary to submit a new application and pay the fee of 40,- € again.

Applicants who have completed a lower degree abroad shall submit nostrified documents of education in accordance with the provisions of Decree No. 422/2015 Coll. A receipt for the payment of the admission fee (in the amount of 40.- €,) must be pasted on the 3rd page of the application form. In case of non-attendance at the entrance examination, the fee will not be refunded. The Admissions Committee decides on the points required for admission.



Form of entrance exam

Test



Tests

Written test



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    01.12.2025 - 30.04.2026

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Anticipated number of applicants to be accepted: 40
Additions
  • A copy of the proof of payment of the admission fee. (electronic form)
  • A certified copy of the bachelor’s degree diploma (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026 (electronic form)
  • A certified copy of the State Examination Certificate (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026). (electronic form)
  • A transcript of examinations completed at the university (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026).” (electronic form)
Annual tuition fees
Standard length of study: cost free
Study longer than the standard length of study program, parallel studies: 950 €
The fee for admission procedure
application form: 40 €
E-application form: 40 €
Billing information

Bank: Treasury

Name of the beneficiary: University of Trnava in Trnava

IBAN: SK35 8180 0000 0070 0024 1228

Variable symbol: generated by VS for payment to the applicant = applicant's personal number without the letter R generated via the electronic application form, or without the symbol if the applicant sends the application form only by post

Specific symbol: 10002

Additional information: Surname and forename

Details for payment from abroad:IBAN SK35 8180 0000 0070 0024 1228 - SWIFT SPSRSKBA

Address:
Trnava University
Faculty of Arts
Hornopotočná 23, 918 43 Trnava
ID No. 31825249

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  • Academic year: 2026/2027
  • University Trnava University in Trnava Faculty of Arts
  • Form of study: full-time
  • Anticipated number to be accepted: 40
  • Program code: 16787
  • Field of study: Psychology
  • Level of study: 2.
  • Length of study: 2
  • Method of Study: attendance
  • Graduate Degree: Mgr.
  • Information about teaching languages: Slovak

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