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SWPS University - Main page

Program
What will you learn?

The Clinical Psychology program offered by SWPS University is based on the latest clinical science and provides education in clinical assessment and intervention. We train future clinicians to implement a wide range of evidence-based practices consistent with ethical and professional standards.

Our curriculum is structured to build your confidence as a future practitioner through a clear progression of skills.

During the first year, you will:

  • Receive intensive theoretical education and study introduction to clinical treatment
  • Gain extensive knowledge of child and adult psychopathology
  • Acquire basic skills related to psychotherapy, assessment, and clinical research.

During the second year, you will:

  • Explore the psychotherapeutic process, looking closely at how change happens and how to develop effective professional relationships.
  • Develop specialized practical skills, learning how to work with families, groups, and individuals dealing with behavioral addictions.
  • Apply your knowledge in the field, completing a 100-hour psychological practice that includes specialized clinical training.
  • Conduct original research, culminating in the design and completion of your Master’s thesis.

PLEASE NOTE: Students in the Psychology program, who complete the Clinical Psychology study track, obtain the professional title of magister psychologii. Information concerning the Clinical Psychology study track is provided in the diploma supplement (in the section for additional information).

Why choose SWPS University
Advantages

  • Scientist-Practitioner Model and Integrative Training: Gain a well-rounded education through a program that balances clinical and research training, exposing you to a broad spectrum of theoretical and empirical approaches to psychological practice.
  • European Standards of Excellence: You will follow a curriculum that meets the European standard of education, professional training and competence in psychology — the EuroPsy (European Certificate in Psychology) — established by the European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations (EFPA).
  • A Leading Psychology Teaching and Research Center: Learn from a team of active researchers and experienced practitioners, who contribute to international research and bring the latest evidence-based knowledge into the classroom. Under their guidance, conduct research in professional laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art tools for psychophysiological and behavioral research.

Career prospects
Possibilities are endless

Psychological knowledge and skills are necessary in a number of professions dealing with various challenges related to human mind and behavior. Depending on your study track and professional certification, you can pursue careers in a variety of fields, for example:

Psychotherapist

Clnical Psychologist

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats mental health difficulties, helping individuals improve emotional well-being, coping skills, and overall functioning through psychological therapies.

Psychology researcher

Neuropsychologist

Studies the brain and nervous system to understand how neural processes influence behavior, cognition, and emotion, advancing knowledge of mental functioning and disorders.

Behavioral psychologists works with a girl with Down syndrome

Behavioral Psycholgist

Assesses behavior of individuals with disabilities to develop skills, reduce challenges, and improve independence and quality of life through evidence-based interventions.

Educational psychologist

Developmental Psycholgist

Studies growth and change across the lifespan, supporting children, adolescents, and adults in emotional, cognitive, and social development at every stage.

Marriage counsellor conducting a session with a male-female couple

Counselor

Supports individuals, couples, and families in overcoming emotional and relationship challenges by improving communication, coping skills, and personal well-being.

Health and wellness psychologist

Health & Wellness Psychologist

Studies how lifestyle, behavior, and emotions affect physical and mental health, helping individuals improve well-being, manage stress, and adopt healthier habits.

Human-computer interaction researcher

Human-Computer Interaction Psychologist

Studies how people interact with technology. Helps design digital systems that are effective, accessible, and user-friendly. Researches the impact of technology on human behavior.

Business psychologist

Business/Occupational Psychologist

Helps organizations improve employee well-being, performance, and productivity through assessment, training, and evidence-based interventions.

A female life coach talks in a session with a young female

Life Coach

Helps individuals clarify goals, build motivation, and develop practical strategies to improve personal growth, performance, and overall life satisfaction.

 
Albiński, Rafał
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist, CBT psychotherapist in training
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Rafał Albiński
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Rafał Albińskipsychologist, CBT psychotherapist in training, teaches methodology and statistics
Butowska-Buczyńska, Ewa
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist specializing in memory research
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Ewa Butowska-Buczyńska
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
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psychology
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Ewa Butowska-Buczyńskapsychologist specializing in memory research
Dębowska, Agata
Bio
Tak
Specialization
Psychologist
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Agata Dębowska
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Associate Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
Position
profesor uczelni
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Ph.D. / Associate Professor Agata Dębowskapsychologist
Dudek, Joanna
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Permanent employee
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Specialization
psychologist, specializing in ACT and FAP therapy
First and last name
Joanna Dudek
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Institute
DecisionLab
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Array
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Joanna Dudekpsychologist, specializing in ACT and FAP therapy
Gabińska, Anna
Bio
Nie
Permanent employee
Tak
Specialization
psychologist
First and last name
Anna Gabińska
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
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adiunkt
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Anna Gabińskapsychologist
Krejtz, Izabela
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Permanent employee
Tak
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Specialization
psychologist, specializing in determinants of wellbeing and eye-tracking research
First and last name
Izabela Krejtz
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Associate Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
Position
profesor uczelni
Faculty
Array
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Ph.D. / Associate Professor Izabela Krejtzpsychologist, specializing in determinants of wellbeing and eye-tracking research
Lis-Turlejska, Maja
Bio
Nie
Permanent employee
Tak
Specialization
clinical psychologist
First and last name
Maja Lis-Turlejska
Academic degree or title
Professor
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psychology
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Professor Maja Lis-Turlejskaclinical psychologist
Łużniak-Piecha, Magdalena
Bio
Tak
Specialization
psychologist, specializing in industrial and organizational psychology
Permanent employee
Tak
First and last name
Magdalena Łużniak-Piecha
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
management-and-quality-studies
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adiunkt
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Magdalena Łużniak-Piechapsychologist, specializing in industrial and organizational psychology
Porębiak, Marta
Bio
Tak
Permanent employee
Tak
Specialization
psychologist, specilizing in psychotherapy and psycho-oncology
First and last name
Marta Porębiak
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Role in the Faculty
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Marta Porębiakpsychologist, specilizing in psychotherapy and psycho-oncology
Paul Stephany
Bio
Nie
Specialization
psychologist, marriage and family counselor, certfied behovioral analyst
Permanent employee
Nie
First and last name
Paul Stephany
Academic degree or title
M.A.
M.A. Paul Stephanypsychologist, marriage and family counselor, certfied behovioral analyst
Suchowierska, Monika
Bio
Nie
Permanent employee
Tak
Role in the Faculty
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Specialization
clincial psychologist, internationally certified behavior analyst, specializing in autism
First and last name
Monika Suchowierska-Stephany
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Faculty
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Monika Suchowierska-Stephanyclinical psychologist, internationally certified behavior analyst, specializing in autism
Wytykowska-Kaczorek, Agata
Bio
Tak
Permanent employee
Tak
Role in the Faculty
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Specialization
psychologist, CBT therapist
First and last name
Agata Wytykowska-Kaczorek
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
City
warszawa
Discipline
psychology
Position
adiunkt
Role in the Institute
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Institute of Psychology
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Agata Wytykowska-Kaczorekpsychologist, CBT therapist

Application
step by step

Steps that you will encounter in the Application Form for:

  1. Fill in the
    Application Form
  2. Upload required documents
    and wait for verification
  3. Pass a three-step
    entry exam
  4. Conclude an electronic agreement
    on the payment terms for studies
  5. Deliver original documents or their notorized copies to the Admissions Office
  6. Download your Admission Decision
    from the Application Portal
  7. Pay the tuition fee

Three-step
qualification

Candidates undergo a three-step admission process (see table). In 2026, there are four admission cohorts when candidates can take exams: Cohort I in March, Cohort II in May, Cohort III in June, and Cohort IV in July.

Once candidates complete all three steps of the admission process, they are ranked, within their cohort, according to the total number of points they achieved during the process.

Each candidate can participate only in one admission cohort. Number of places in each study track is limited.

For the full list of exam rules, please review the Detailed Rules and Regulations on the Admission Process (in partiuclar pages 6 to 13).

Extracurricular
achievements

Step I

Maximum 40 points

Additional accomplishments

To be qualified for the three-step admission process, all candidates must submit a list of documented achievements and two recommendation letters (at least one from their undergraduate program lecturer) confirming their extracurricular achievements. The achievemetns are assessed according to the following criteria:
♦ Community engagement, e.g., volunteering – max. 10 points

♦ Academic or research accomplishments (e.g., awards, publications) – max. 10 points

♦ Professional accomplishments (e.g., internships) – max. 10 points

Additionally, holders of undergraduate diplomas in psychology receive 10 points.

Your knowledge
of psycholgy

Step II

Cohort III:
June 8, 2026

Maximum 60 points

Entrance exam
(online)

All candidates, regardless of the discipline of their undergraduate diploma, must take a written exam.

The list of topics and recommended reading will be published on the study track webpage, at least one month before the exam date. The written test assesses knowledge and skills defined by the learning outcomes provided in the list.

Candidates who achieve 31 points or more on the test, will qualify for the next step of the admission process.

The test will take place online.

Review and download thematic scope of the exam 


Cohort I
March 10, 2026 at 15:00 CEST

Cohort II
May 5, 2026 at 15:00 CEST

Cohort III
June 8, 2026 at 15:45 CEST

Cohort IV
July 1, 2026 at 15:00 CEST

Comprehension
and reasoning

Step III

Maximum 100 points

Admission
interview

An interview in English conducted by the Admission Committee comprised of academics specializing in psychology.

Once you pass the written exam, you will be notified about your interview date in the Admissions Portal.

You will be expected to talk about the following three articles:
Income and emotional well-being: A conflict resolved

The Case for Cultural Competency in Psychotherapeutic Interventions

The Ethics of "Deathbots"


Interview assessment criteria:
♦ Comprehension of the assigned academic text, ability to present the main points (thesis) of the text, ability to summarize and synthetize the article – max. 40 points

♦ Ability to formulate and substantiate your own opinions – max. 25 points

♦ Critical thinking - max. 25 points

♦ Understanding of the psychology program and motivation to undertake these studies – max. 10 points.

Basic admission
requirements

  • Undergraduate diploma (Bachelor's degree), including transcript – a translator-signed translation of the diploma into English or Polish is required if the diploma was issued in a language other than Polish, English, Russian, and Ukrainian
  • Medical insurance policy or a declaration of enrollment in Poland's National Health Fund (form available in the Admission Portal).
  • English proficiency: CEFR B2 level (e.g., IELTS 5.5) English proficiency certificate.
 

Documents

Admission Rules and Regulations

Study Agreement

Documents Confirming your Language Proficiency

Scope of entry examinations — applies to candidates whose diplomas were issued outside of the EU, UK, OECD, China, Ukraine, and who do not have an IB or EB secondary school diploma.

Scholarship Rules and Regulations

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Tuition

Application fee

Application fee in the amount of PLN 100.00 should be paid via PayU while submitting university application through the Application Portal

The application fee is non-refundable unless: the program of study that you applied to has been cancelled (except when you decide to enroll in a different program of study at SWPS University).

See if you are eligible for an admission fee discount Lower your tuition fee
 

2026-2027 Tuition Fee

 Number of installments Amount
10 installments EUR 975 / each
2 installments EUR 4,785 / each
1 installment EUR 9,200

Stay in touch

If you haven’t made a decision yet, but would like to learn more about this study program, provide your contact information, and we will keep you informed about the latest developments.


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