Studies at the Department of Psychology
Thinking, Feeling, Acting–Students at the Department of Psychology learn to analyze complex psychological phenomena, apply scientific methods, and gain in-depth insights into human behavior. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, they develop the skills necessary to understand the intricacies of thought, emotion, and action.
Teaching Evaluation
Student evaluations are a key component of our efforts to improve the quality of our teaching.
Current evaluation reports from the Department of Psychology:
Evaluation Report, Winter Semester 2024–2025, Department of Psychology (PDF, 176 KB)
Department of Psychology Summer Semester 2025 Evaluation Report (PDF, 103 KB)
Guidelines for the Use of AI in Teaching and Examinations in the Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology supports a reflective and responsible use of AI technologies. We recognize that the use of AI in teaching can open new possibilities, stimulate transfer of learning, and optimize the acquisition of knowledge and competencies
At the same time, we are convinced that unrestricted use of AI technologies jeopardizes these processes and can impair knowledge acquisition as well as the development of critical thinking.
We distinguish between permissible (supportive) uses of generative AI and impermissible (substitutive) uses. Using the Declaration of Independent Work—which is uniformly applied across the department and must be attached to all non-supervised coursework—students declare that they have used only permissible forms of generative AI.
Instructors in the department commit to reviewing the recommendations for teaching and the technical foundations on AI contained in Parts 3 and 4 of these guidelines, to apply them in their teaching to the best of their ability, and commit to staying informed about ongoing developments.
The complete guidelines, available in German and English and consisting of four parts—(1) Core Principles, (2) Legal Framework, (3) “AI Basics” for Instructors and Students, and (4) Impulses for Teaching in Higher Education—are published here.
Documents to download:
Declaration of Independent Work/Declaration of Authorship English (PDF, 54 KB)
Guidelines Parts 3 and 4 English (PDF, 160 KB)
Doctoral studies
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A doctoral degree at the Department of Psychology combines independent, high-quality research with advanced academic training and structured supervision. Doctoral researchers are supported in carrying out their research projects while further developing their academic profiles. An integral part of the doctoral phase is participation in professional development opportunities, such as training in good scientific practice, research data management, and research ethics. Particular emphasis is placed on methodological rigor as well as the transparency and reproducibility of scientific findings. The planning of the doctoral project, the professional development activities, and the corresponding agreements are discussed jointly with the individually appointed Thesis Advisory Committee (TAC). The TAC provides guidance and support to doctoral researchers throughout the entire doctoral phase. These agreements are documented and regularly updated in the Supervisory Agreement (PDF, 342 KB).
Learn more about pursuing a doctoral degree at the Department of Psychology on the webpages of the Examinations Office for the Humanities and Social Sciences.
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Unleash your potential in the Doctoral Training Program in the Learning Sciences! This interdisciplinary program is aimed at early career researchers in the learning sciences and psychology. You can look forward to exciting seminars, intensive dissertation retreats and a dynamic network.
The GraduateCenterLMU is the central coordination, advisory and service institution for doctoral studies at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München.
Training Institutes for Psychotherapy
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The Munich university training institute for child and adolescent psychotherapy (MUNIK) is an institution of LMU Munich with a focus on behavioral therapy. The university affiliation enables us to integrate the latest scientific findings into our training programs and to align our services with national and international treatment guidelines for psychotherapy with babies, children, adolescents, and parents.
The Munich university training institute for adult psychotherapy (MUNIP) is an institution of LMU Munich with a focus on behavioral therapy. The university affiliation enables us to integrate the latest scientific findings into our training programs and to align our services with national and international treatment guidelines for psychotherapy with adults.
Further information
Central Resources and Contacts
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Academic Advisory Office (DE)
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