How can I find out whether or not I am suited for studying psychology?

• Search the web: Take a close look at the curricula and course descriptions of different psychology study programmes. You might as well be interested in the Study Guide (German only) published by The German Psychological Society. This should help you getting a clearer view of what studying psychology entails in terms of both contents and requirements.
• Test your aptitude yourself: A number of universities offer an online self-test for prospective students. If you have the necessary German language skills, the list of links compiled by the Leibniz Institute for Psychology Information (ZPID) might prove helpful.
• Read scientific literature: Do not wait for your studies to start to have a look at the fundamental literature of the field you intend to study.
  • One standard reference work would be: Gerrig, R.J. (2018). Psychologie (21. Auflage). Pearson Studium.
  • A former BAP student has published the following textbook: Schmithüsen, F. (2015). Lernskript Psychologie. Die Grundlagenfächer kompakt. Heidelberg: Springerverlag. For more information on this book, click here.
• Talk to psychologists: Ask them about their work routine, but as well about their experiences during their studies.
• Do an internship/work placement in a relevant field from a psychological point of view: Find an internship in an institution or organisation which employs psychologists. Although you might not be in direct contact with them, you will have the opportunity to make professional contacts and gain insights into their work.

How can I get even more detailed information on the BAP?

• Visit us:
  • Every spring, the University of Luxembourg organises the "Journée portes ouvertes" (Open Day) for prospective students. It is the perfect opportunity to get to know students and lecturers, discover the campus during a guided tour and attend information sessions, which are held all day. For dates and more information on the Open Day, click here.
  • If you want to get a real feel for your course, attend the "L'Université à l'essai" week. During this time, all pupils of the final classes of high school from Luxembourg and the Greater Region have the opportunity to attend first year courses at the university. To find out about the latest dates, click here.
  • It goes without saying that the BAP attends as well the Foire de l'étudiant student fair, which is held every year on the premises of Luxexpo on Kirchberg in autumn. On top of that, we are present at several fairs in Germany and France. For current dates of fairs the BAP will attend, please click here (see "News").

• Contact us: The course direction and the administration team will gladly answer any questions you might have. Please do not hesitate contact us by e-mail –our contact details are available here.
• Watch the video on the BAP homepage

How can I assess my language skills?

Under “Language level”, you will find a table which allows you to assess your language skills according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages here.

You should have at least a C1 level in German according to this table if you want to complete the BAP successfully. On top of that, you should have at least a B2 level in French and English. Please note that these indications serve as a guideline – your language skills must be documented (either by your school leaving certificate or by language certificates)

In case you are still unsure whether your language skills will be sufficient, please contact us.