Master of Arts in Psychoanalysis

The programme joins some of the most reputable contemporary thinkers in psychoanalysis, to introduce different positions in the psychoanalytic landscape. Its aim is to create a dialogue between different understandings of psychoanalysis, apply psychoanalysis to problems beyond the individual subject and develop models of understanding the human mind in its interaction with the world beyond single psychoanalytic positions. This is achieved by not capitalising on any single figure in the psychoanalytic tradition and instead providing perspectives of classical and contemporary approaches to the understanding of psychoanalysis. These perspectives include, but are not limited to, Jungian, Freudian, Lacanian, Deleuzian, Winnecotian positions - interpreted by contemporary figures like Bruce Fink, Todd McGowan, Jamieson Webster and others. Additionally, the course explores the perspectives of contemporary non-Lacanian scholars such as Jeffrey Masson, Dylan Evans, Stuart Schneiderman, and Mikkel Borch-Jacobsen. The programme empowers students to understand psychoanalysis as a tool allowing a critical analysis of the human condition in its meanings and crises. United by this aim, the program navigates through topics such as the analysis of religious phenomena such as Daoism, Buddhism and Christianity; literature and film; clinical cases of the mind and the body, contemporary and historical political crises, classical metaphysical problems and possible future developments of psychoanalytic theory. Students are encouraged to apply the psychoanalytic paradigms introduced in the programme to tackle research questions of pressing relevance to the contemporary human condition.

• Target Audience

  • Ages 19-30, 31-65, 65+

• Target Group

  • The course is suited for individuals who are interested in exploring the human psyche and gaining a deeper understanding of how individuals think, feel, and behave. This course might complement the studies of those with training or experience in mental health or counselling professions, such as psychologists, social workers, or therapists.

  • Other potential candidates for the course may include those who are looking to apply psychoanalytic theory and techniques in fields such as art, literature, or film, as well as those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their own personal growth.

  • In all cases, the target group should be prepared to pursue substantial academic studies.

• Mode of attendance

  • Full-Time and Part-Time

• Structure of the programme

  • Please note that this structure may be subject to change based on faculty expertise and evolving academic best practices. This flexibility ensures we can provide the most up-to-date and effective learning experience for our students.

    • Full-Time

      • Semester 1

        • Introduction to Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • The Freudian Tradition: Psychoanalysis and the Body (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Psychoanalysis and Literature (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Desire and Its Interpretations (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Psychoanalysis and Religion (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Psychoanalysis and Eastern Philosophies (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • The Jungian Tradition: Symbols and Synchronicity (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Topics in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Figures in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Independent Study in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 2

        • Psychoanalysis Dissertation (MQF 7, 60 ECTS)

    • Part Time

      • Semester 1

        • Introduction to Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • The Freudian Tradition: Psychoanalysis and the Body (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 2

        • Psychoanalysis and Literature (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Desire and Its Interpretations (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 3

        • Psychoanalysis and Religion (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Psychoanalysis and Eastern Philosophies (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 4

        • The Jungian Tradition: Symbols and Synchronicity (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Topics in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 5

        • Figures in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

        • Independent Study in Psychoanalysis (MQF 7, 3 ECTS)

      • Semester 6

        • Psychoanalysis Dissertation (MQF 7, 60 ECTS)

• Grading System

  • Scale: 0-100 points

  • Components: 60% of the mark derives from the average of the assignments, and 40% of the mark derives from the cumulative examination

  • Passing requirement: minimum of 60% overall

• Dates of Next Intake

  • Rolling admission

• Pass rates

  • 2023 pass rates will be publicised in the next cycle, contingent upon ensuring sufficient student data for anonymization.

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