Psychology and Cognitive Sciences Timisoara
This interdisciplinary program is related to psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and linguistics. This broad topic encompasses perception, the control of attention and motor responses, the formation of mental representations, the dynamics of memory retrieval, learning, cognitive development and cognitive breakdown, reasoning, language, and problem-solving mechanisms.
Field of study
The university study cycle
Accreditation status
Form of education
Language of instruction
- 3 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jul Sep
Overview
- The fundamental field: Psychology
- The branch of science: Social Sciences
- Wide domain according to the international classification ISCED F-2013: 03 Social Sciences
- Restricted domain according to the international classification ISCED F-2013:
031 Social and Behavioral Science
- Detailed field according to the international classification ISCED F-2013:
0313 Psychology
Qualification details
- The name of the qualification acquired through the study program:
Psychology – Cognitive Sciences
- Qualification level format *: 6
- Awarded title: degree in Psychology
Program details
- Duration of the study program: 3 years
- Number of credits **: 180
- Maximum number of students that can be enrolled: 60
- Seats financed from the state budget: 25
- Paid places: 35
- Annual tuition fee:
EU students 3500 lei (€704)
Non-EU students €1980
Career Opportunities
Our graduates work and intern in a range of jobs in a broad range of fields — public relations, marketing, advertising, social media, television, radio, magazines, human resources, event planning, education, nonprofits, and technology. We’ve also had graduates start their own businesses and others go on to graduate school in communication, law, public health, strategic communications, and education.
Program Learning Outcomes
• Psychologist in the clinical psychology specialty (clinical psychologist)
• Psychologist in the specialty of psychological counseling (psychological counselor)
• Psychologist in the specialty of psychotherapy (psychotherapist)
• Psychologist in the specialty of work and organizational psychology (organizational psychologist)
• Psychologist in the specialty of transport psychology (transport psychologist)
• Psychologist in the specialty of educational psychology, school and vocational counseling
• Psychologist in the field of applied psychology in the field of national security
Programme
Example of disciplines – the first year of study
- Introduction to Psychology
- Introduction to Cognitive science
- Computer science and cognitions
- Logical and scientific reasoning
- Introduction to Neurosciences
- Introduction to Neurosciences
- Evolutionary psychology
- Critical thinking in cognitive science
- Interaction between humans and computers
Description of the exam test (s)
Enrollment in this undergraduate study program is conditional on having a certificate of English language skills (minimum level B2) which can be the result of:
– an international certification (Cambridge: Proficiency A, B or C, Advanced A, B or C, First A, B or C; IELTS: minimum 6 points; TOEFL: minimum 60 points);
– a distinction obtained at national or international Olympics certified by the Ministry of Education (I, II or III prizes);
– a certificate of completion of studies in English.
Candidates who do not fall into one of the previously mentioned categories can opt for the LIT Test, organized by the Faculty of Letters, History and Theology of the West University of Timișoara.
1. UVT language and reasoning skills evaluation test (60% of the admission average);
2. General average at the baccalaureate exam (40% of the admission mark).
Minimum criterion: the general average at the baccalaureate exam can only be equal to or greater than 7,00. Files in which this criterion is not met are not allowed.
List of required documents
The documents required for the application file for undergraduate university study programs within the Faculty of Sociology and Psychology are the following:
ID card;
Birth certificate;
Marriage certificate – if appropriate;
Baccalaureate diploma or equivalent;
Medical certificate issued by the family doctor, not older than 90 days from the date of its presentation at the document collection office, certifying whether the candidate is fit to enroll in university studies and, if applicable, the conditions chronic conditions suffered by the candidate (neuropsychiatric, psycho-pathological, pulmonary, dermato-venereal, disability (type, degree), etc.). Specific learning disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, etc.) or any special educational requirements will be attested by a diagnostic certificate;
Certificate certifying completion of another undergraduate university study program (completed or not at the time of submitting the file), in which the funding regime in which each year of studies was completed (with funding from the state budget/with a fee) , if it is/was carried out at a state higher education institution in Romania) and, if applicable, the years and semesters of studies in which the student benefited from the scholarship, respectively its type – if appropriate.
Certificate of English language skills – donate for applicants from undergraduate degree programs taught in English Psychology – Cognitive Sciences (in English).
Admission process calendar
Registration period: until 17.07. – 10:00
Date of display of preliminary results:17.07. – 20:00 and displaying the lists of candidates registered to take the English language skills test called Test LIT
Date of taking the language skills test – July: 18.07.
Date of the admission test: 19.07. – 14:30 – Language and reasoning skills evaluation test called UVT
Deadline for certification of documents according to the original – July: 19.07. – 16:00
Date of results listing: 20.07. 14:00
Filing appeals period: 20.07. 14:00 – 21.07. 14:00 – to the e-mail address admitere.fsp@e-uvt.ro
Date of display of results after appeals: 21.07. – 18:00
Seats confirmation period: 21.07. – 18:00 – 23.07. 14:00
Listing results after confirmations: 23.07. – 20:00
Seats confirmation period (second stage of confirmations): 23.07. – 20:00 – 24.07. 12:00
Date of display of results after confirmations (second stage of confirmations): 25.07. – 10:00
Place confirmation period: 25.07 – 11:00 – 26.07 – 11:00
Final results listing: 26.07 – 17:00
Calendar of the admission process (Romanians everywhere)
Registration period: until 16.07 – 10:00
Date of results listing: 18.07 – TEST LIT – for candidates enrolled in the Psychology – Cognitive Sciences bachelor’s degree program (in English) who opted for the assessment of English language skills. The time and room will be displayed on the website http://www.fsp.uvt.ro on 17.07. at 20:00
Filing appeals period: 18.07 – 13:00 – 19.07 – 13:00 – to the email address admitere.fsp@e-uvt.ro
Date of display of results after appeals: 19.07 – 14:00
Seats confirmation period: 19.07 – 14:00 – 19.07 – 18:00
Listing results after confirmations: 19.07 – 19:00
Seats confirmation period (second stage of confirmations): 19.07 – 19:00 – 20.07 – 11:00
Date of display of results after confirmations (second stage of confirmations): 20.07 – 13:00
Place confirmation period (third stage of confirmations): 20.07 – 14:00
Final results listing: 20.07 – 14:00
Deadline for certification of documents according to the original: 30.09
Schedule of the admission process for the September session (valid if seats remain available after the first admission session)
September registration period: 06.09.2024, 10:00
Date of posting of candidates registered in September: 06.09 – 18:00
Date of the language proficiency test: 09.09 – TEST LIT – for candidates enrolled in the Psychology – Cognitive Sciences bachelor’s degree program (in English) who opted for the assessment of English language skills. The time and room will be displayed on the website http://www.fsp.uvt.ro on 06.09 at 18:00
Date of taking the admission test (s) September: 09.09/10.09 – LIT TEST and 00/XNUMX/XNUMX, XNUMX:XNUMX – UVT TEST
Deadline for certification of documents according to the original – September: 10.09 – 12:00
September results listing: 11.09 – 12:00
Appeals period: 11.09 – 12:00 – 12.09 – 12:00 – to the email address admitere.fsp@e-uvt.ro
Display of results after September appeals: 12.09 – 18:00
September place confirmation period: 12.09 18:00 – 13.09. 12:00
Listing results after confirmations: 13.09 – 18:00
Seats confirmation period (second stage) September: 13.09 – 18:00 – 14.09 – 12:00
Date of display of results after confirmations (second stage) September: 14.09 – 16:00
Place confirmation period (third confirmation stage) September: 14.09 – 16:00 – 15.09 – 12:00
September final results listing: 15.09 – 16:00
Calendar of the admission process for the September session (Romanians everywhere)
Registration period: until 04.09 – 10:00
Date of results listing: 09.09 – TEST LIT – for candidates enrolled in the Psychology – Cognitive Sciences bachelor’s degree program (in English) who opted for the assessment of English language skills. The time and room will be displayed on the website http://www.fsp.uvt.ro on 06.09 at 18:00
Filing appeals period: 09.09 – 14:00 – 10.09 – 14:00 – to the email admitere.fsp@e-uvt.ro
Date of display of results after appeals: 10.09 – 16:00
Seats confirmation period: 10.09 – 16:00 – 11.09 – 10:00
Listing results after confirmations: 11.09 – 14:00
Seats confirmation period (second stage of confirmations): 11.09 – 14:00 – 12.09 – 10:00
Date of display of results after confirmations (second stage): 12.09. 16:00
Final results listing: 12.09 – 16:00
Deadline for certification of documents according to the original: 30.09.
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Strada Florimund Mercy nr 2, ap 12, Timisoara, Romania
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This three-year (six-semester) Bachelor’s program is tailored for students passionate about understanding the mind and brain. Taught entirely in English, it blends theoretical knowledge with practical training, preparing graduates for both professional and academic pathways.
Key Areas of Study
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Admission Requirements
Admission to UVT’s Psychology and Cognitive Sciences program is competitive but straightforward. Here’s what you need:
1. Academic Background
- A high school diploma (or equivalent) recognized by the Romanian Ministry of Education.
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2. English Proficiency
- Non-native speakers must provide:
- TOEFL (minimum 80) or IELTS (minimum 6.0).
- Exemptions for students with prior English-medium education.
3. Entrance Exam/Interview
- UVT may require an entrance exam testing logical reasoning, critical thinking, or basic psychology concepts.
- A motivational interview to assess alignment with the program’s goals.
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- Completed online application form.
- ID/passport copy.
- High school diploma, transcripts, and English certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of application fee payment.
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Conclusion
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