About the University of Split’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
The beginning of its formation starts in 2001 with the Department of Humanities, which merged with the Teacher Training College in 2005, which meant that a new faculty was established, one that celebrates its tenth anniversary this year.
The Faculty of Humanities aims to develop knowledge in humanities and social sciences and to encourage the development of critical thinking. A wide selection of study programs and the possibility of combining them in double-majors enables students to satisfy their interdisciplinary research interests.
PSYCHOLOGY - NEW UNDERGRADUATE UNIVERSITY STUDY IN SPLIT IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
What are we talking about?
The undergraduate study in Psychology was established at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Split. It lasts for three years and is performed entirely in English.
Applications for enrollment are in progress
What makes this study special?
Because it is performed in English, the study prepares students for international scientific and professional communication from the very beginning. Its running includes top scientists and professors from international institutions such as Yale University, Santa Fe Institute, Northeastern University and Université de Poitiers. This gives students the opportunity to hear from international experts at the beginning of their studies, to connect with them and get to know their work. The plan is to organize international summer school in Split, led by renowned international scientists, on a regular basis.
Furthermore, with the University of Northeastern we agreed on a visit of a group of their students that will work on joint projects with the purpose of networking and exchanging experiences. In addition, the study is fully adapted to the requirements of the European Qualification Standard for Psychologists, "EuroPsy", developed by EFPA (European Federation of Psychologists' Associations). In this way, students who complete their undergraduate studies in Split can continue their studies in all Master degree programs in psychology in the EU. Finally, it is worth mentioning all advantages of Split, from the city’s beauty, climate and the sea, which provides added value to studying this program.
Why another study of psychology?
For years, Psychology has been one of the most sought-after studies in Croatia, but also in other EU countries. This is not by chance and there are at least three reasons for it. First, psychology is interesting in itself and in most people stimulates curiosity as it enables one to learn about oneself and others. Second, psychologists are an extremely sought-after profession, from clinical and psychotherapeutic work, education, sports, design, human resources and marketing, all the way to developing artificial intelligence and cognitive neuroscience. In fact, whenever people are involved, there is work for psychologists. Also, we must not forget that any study of psychology, including ours, prepares students for scientific work and critical thinking, which contributes to psychologists’ competencies, regardless of their professional orientation. Third, the current situation involving corona virus pandemic showed that there is a significant lack of psychologists, because they represent an important pillar of society in preventing and treating psychological difficulties.
What title is acquired completing the study?
Finishing their study, students acquire 180 ECTS and the title Bachelor of Psychology.
How long does the study last?
Three years.
What can students expect?
From the very beginning we will work with students to develop practical communication and research knowledge and skills. The study provides specialization within different disciplines of psychology (e.g. personality psychology, social psychology, clinical, biological, cognitive, developmental, educational psychology... etc.) and main theoretical approaches within these disciplines. In addition, students will gain basic knowledge of scientific disciplines related to psychology (e.g. anthropology, philosophy, sociology...). Every following year of study introduces students to new areas in psychology and, building on their so far acquired competencies, more will be required from them in terms of independent work. Students are not left to themselves in that process, but from the first year have a mentor/advisor or one professor assigned to them, who will be available for questions and everything related to the study program.
In addition to mentors/advisors, students have at their disposal the Centers for Student Counseling and for Career Development and Management, operating at the Faculty of Humanities in Split, where they will get advice if they need it. Also, during the study, students can spend one or more semesters outside their home institution, at one of the European universities, in exchange programs such as Erasmus and CEEPUS.
Who can enroll?
All persons with completed secondary education who passed the final or state graduation exam, with completed secondary education in the Republic of Croatia before 2010 (without passing state graduation) and those with completed secondary education in a system that does not have or recognize state graduation can enroll this study (duration of previous education must be at least 12 years).
Details of the application and selection processes are available at www.st-psychology.eu.
Is there any tuition?
Yes, 6000 Euros per year (in HRK equivalent).
Will there be any scholarships?
Two full scholarships will be awarded annually for Croatian citizens (more information at www.st-psychology.eu).
How can one find out more?
Detailed information on the study program, applications and selection procedures, is available at www.st-psychology.eu or by inquiring at info.psychology@ffst.hr.
WHY FACULTY OF HUMANITIES, UNIVERSITY OF SPLIT, AND NOT SOMEWHERE ELSE?
- The Faculty of Humanities is part of University of Split’s family that, according to Times Higher Education 2021, occupied a place between 801-1000. on the universities world ranking list and, for the first time, has been ranked in 10 of the 17 sustainable development goals, as the only Croatian university, which ranks it in the top 4% universities in the world.
- Students can become active in magazines: THE SPLIT MIND, published since 2005, a multilingual magazine for literature and culture, HUMANIST, launched in 2014, a magazine that united students from all 11 departments operating at the Faculty, and PLETER, magazine of students of history and art history that has, since 2017, been published by the Association of History Students "Toma Arhiđakon".
- The Faculty of Humanities’ library was founded in 1945 as the Library of the Teacher Training College in Tesla’s Street and contains over 18,000 titles of specialist literature. It holds old and valuable books (32 of them older than 1850) and a large number of books in foreign languages (English, Italian, German...). The Faculty of Humanities’ library has the most complete and best materials in the field of education in Split.
- Within the Faculty of Humanities in Split, apart from the association "Toma Arhiđakon", there is also "Imagination", founded in 2015 by sociology students. Its activities are aimed at developing critical thinking and questioning current social problems with special emphasis on young people. The association’s goal is to promote sociologists’ profession and activity, as well as understanding sociology as an active science. There is also the Association of Alumni and Friends of the Faculty of Humanities ALUMNI FFST.
- Faculty of Humanities, but also other University components’ students, have at their disposal the services of the Faculty Student Counseling Center, operating since 2013, and the recently established Center for Career Planning and Development, which sgreatly contributes to the quality of student standard at our Faculty.
- Since its establishment in 2005, the Faculty has participated in a number of domestic and foreign projects, as well as in other forms of scientific cooperation, both national and international. The Faculty of Humanities’ scientific framework is not limited to providing support for implementing teaching and pedagogical process, but also includes research work of national importance that contributes to learning more about Croatia, its culture, history, literature and other scientific disciplines. With its scientific production, the Faculty is participating in the development of humanities and social sciences, both here and abroad.
- Today, the Faculty of Humanities in Split has over 100 scientists, many of whom participate in national and international projects. Results of the research they conduct are reflected in numerous scientific articles, monographs, university textbooks and other publications.
Last but not least, the Faculty of Humanities in Split, as its name suggests, acts in the most picturesque Croatian city and cannot be separated from it. In other words, studying at the Faculty of Humanities means breathing in this passionate Mediterranean city with full lungs, being a part of it, leaving your mark on it and taking one part of it with you for the future… Believe me, that is not nothing.
We will see you at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Split!
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