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Psychological Sciences

A comprehensive four-year educational program designed to train highly qualified specialists in the field of psychological science and practice. The program combines fundamental theoretical knowledge with the practical skills necessary for a successful professional career in today’s world.

A comprehensive four-year program to train specialists in the field of psychological science and practice.

Language of Instruction Russian
Duration 4 years (8 semesters)
Credit Hours 240 ECTS
Degree Awarded Bachelor of Arts

Acknowledgments and Partners

Accreditation, European registries, Swiss quality standards, and the institute's partners

Pro Sport Performance
IACBE
ENQA
SVEB
QS World Online MBA 2024: Top 100
EQAR
IAAR
ZKITU
eduQua
The Truth About the Format

Who Should Take This Course

This is suitable if

  • Have you graduated from high school or college and want to pursue a college degree without having to move?
  • Are you currently working and need a degree with ECTS credits for your career or to change jobs?
  • You're changing careers and are ready to commit to 3–4 years of systematic study
  • Would you like to study in Russian, at your own pace, from any country?

This won't work if

  • Are you looking for a short course that lasts a couple of months? There are introductory courses available for that.
  • Not willing to set aside time on a regular basis for course materials, assignments, and assessments
  • We need an in-person format with classrooms and labs on campus
  • I need a state-issued diploma from a specific country
Curriculum

Curriculum

Fundamentals of Psychology
SEMESTER 130 ECTS

Introduction, History, and Diagnosis

  • Historyof Psychology 6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Research Methods in Psychology (Psychodiagnostics)6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • ForeignLanguage 4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • BusinessCommunication 4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • BusinessEthics 4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Introduction toPsychology edX 6 ECTS · Fundamentals of Psychology; Introduction to Psychology (Doane University)
Development and Society
SEMESTER 232 ECTS

Development, Statistics, and Neuroscience

  • Developmental Psychology6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Personality Psychology 5ECTS · Term Paper
  • SocialPsychology 5 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Statistical Analysis of Data (6 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • GeneralPsychology 4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Neurobiological Foundationsof Behavior 4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Practical Work in PsychologyIedX2 ECTS · The Science of Happiness (UC Berkeley)
Cognitive Psychology
SEMESTER 330 ECTS

Cognitive Science and Ethics

  • Cognitive PsychologyI (6 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • ProfessionalEthics—3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychometrics 6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Statistical Data AnalysisII (3 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • Health Psychology,3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychology of Learning (Educational Psychology)3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychology of Counseling andGuidance—3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Research Methodology (edX3 ECTS) · Introduction to Psychological Research Methods; Quantitative and Qualitative Research (APA)
Neuropsychology
SEMESTER 430 ECTS

Neuroscience, Crises, and Organizations

  • Cognitive PsychologyII (6 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • Psychodiagnostics 6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • CrisisPsychology—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Work andOrganizational Psychology3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Practical Work in PsychologyII (3 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • Neuropsychology edX 6 ECTS · Fundamentals of Neuroscience: Electrical Properties of Neurons, Neurons and Neural Networks, The Brain (HarvardX)
Psychopathology and Therapy
SEMESTER 530 ECTS

Psychopathology and Psychotherapy

  • Human Resource Management4 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Adult Psychopathology—6 ECTS · Oral Exam
  • Psychotherapy—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychopathology of Children andAdolescents—3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • GroupTherapy—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • OrganizationalBehavior edX 5 ECTS · Leadership and Organizational Behavior; Managing People in Times of Change; Leadership in a Digital Environment (TecdeMonterreyX)
Injury and Coaching
SEMESTER 630 ECTS

Trauma Therapy, Coaching, and Well-Being

  • Psychologyof Trauma—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychological CounselingI6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Coaching andCompetency Development6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Practical Work in PsychologyIII (2 ECTS) · Term Paper
  • Corporate Well-Being andStress Management edX 6 ECTS · The Science of Happiness in the Workplace (Doane University)
  • Emotions andMotivation edX 4 ECTS · Psychology of Emotions: An Introduction to Embodied Cognition; Positive Psychology (University of Cambridge, APA)
Clinical Assessment
SEMESTER 728 ECTS

Clinical Assessment and Medical Ethics

  • Introduction to Clinical Assessment andDiagnosis—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Cross-CulturalPsychology 3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • DifferentialPsychology—3 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Psychopathology 6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Introduction to MentalIllnesses—6 ECTS · Term Paper
  • Ethics andProfessional Conduct 4 ECTS · Term Paper
Thesis
SEMESTER 830 ECTS

Thesis

  • Selection of a Research Topic and Academic Advisor
  • Conducting the Methodological and Empirical Parts
  • Formatting the Final Qualifying Project
  • Defense of the Thesis Before the Committee

4 years — 240 ECTS

8 semesters (7 semesters + thesis). Core courses—143 ECTS; specialized courses—60 ECTS; practical sessions and master classes—7 ECTS; thesis—30 ECTS.

Program Curriculum (PDF)
Who Teaches

SIIL Faculty Members by Program Specialization

Academic experts and practitioners from Switzerland and Europe. The consultant will explain the assignment of instructors to specific courses based on the curriculum.

Katerina Zheru
Katerina ZheruPracticing psychologist and psychotherapist
Tatiana Tangisheva
Tatiana TangishevaStockmann, Ogilvy, ABBYY, BIOCAD
Anna Isanina
Anna IsaninaRecipient of a Swiss Government Scholarship
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Outlook

In-Demand Roles in the Market

HR and Organizational Psychology

Human Resources Assessment and Development Specialist

Applies psychodiagnostics and research methods in HR: recruitment, assessment, onboarding, and employee development, as well as engagement studies.

Corporate Sector

Organizational Psychologist

Develops well-being programs and is responsible for staff evaluation and development, the psychological climate within the team, and the prevention of occupational burnout.

Diagnosis and Assessment

Psychodiagnostic Specialist

Conducts comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, prepares official reports, and interprets personality profiles.

Personal Growth

Coach / Development Specialist

Develops personalized career and personal growth programs, and works with clients on motivation and strategies for achieving their goals.

Education

Educational Psychologist

She works in educational institutions, assesses children's developmental characteristics, helps them adapt to the learning process, and advises parents.

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SIIL Status and Documents

SIIL status can be check

  • External Quality Assessment of the Institution
  • The specific ECTS credit hours of the program
  • Documents Open for Review
IAAR Institutional Accreditation Certificate – Swiss International Institute Lausanne, No. AA 0298 Expand fully
The accreditation is valid

Institutional Accreditation

Agency
IAAR
Type
Institutional
Certificate No.
AA 0298

Three Independent Bases of Trust

SIIL underwent an independent institutional evaluation

External experts evaluated the educational processes, the management system, internal quality assurance, and other aspects of the institute’s operations. The result was institutional accreditation by the IAAR (certificate AA 0298).

Check the SIIL in the IAAR registry
Why IAAR Status Matters

IAAR is a member of ENQA and is registered with EQAR. The status of the accreditation agency itself can be verified in European sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an actual college, not just online courses?

The institute is registered in Switzerland in the Vaud Canton business registry and holds a Swiss Business Identification Number (UID). In June 2021, it was added to the list of private educational institutions in the Canton of Vaud. The curriculum is organized by semesters and study plans, and includes assessments, a final project, and a diploma. Since 2022, the institute has been certified under the Swiss eduQua quality standard. Registration · Letter from the Canton of Vaud · eduQua Certificate

What's included in the price, and are there any hidden fees?

The cost is listed per semester and does not depend on the number of courses in that semester. It includes access to the platform, course materials, webinars, support from an academic advisor, and two retakes per course. A third and any subsequent retakes and administrative fees for specific services are billed separately. Important to know in advance: once the semester begins and access to the materials is granted, the payment is non-refundable and cannot be carried over. Payment Terms · Sample Contract

What does IAAR institutional accreditation confirm?

Institutional accreditation means that external experts have evaluated the institution as a whole—including its educational processes, management system, and internal quality assurance—and have determined that they meet the agency’s standards. This is an evaluation of the institution, not of a specific program.

Can I check my SIIL status on my own?

Yes. The SIIL entry is published in the IAAR’s public registry—verification does not require registration or contacting the institute. View the SIIL entry in the registry. The status of the IAAR agency itself can be verified in the European databases ENQA and EQAR.

What Are the Benefits of the Bologna Process and ECTS?

They make the program “readable” for external evaluation: a university or employer can see the program’s level, the list of courses, the course load, and the total volume of study in understandable European units, rather than just the name of the degree.

Does accreditation mean automatic recognition of a degree?

Accreditation and ECTS are assessment tools: they allow a university or employer to quickly understand a program’s level, content, and scope. Each organization makes its own decision regarding recognition based on its own rules and the laws of its country, so recognition is not automatic. SIIL’s open documents significantly simplify this procedure.

What does the letter from the canton of Vo confirm?

A letter confirming inclusion on the list of private educational institutions in the Canton of Vaud (in accordance with immigration law) was issued by the Canton’s Population Service on June 3, 2021. It allows the immigration office to process applications from international students for temporary residence for the purpose of study. Decisions on each application are made on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits

What's Included in the Course

Access to the platform, course materials, webinars, an academic advisor, and two retakes for each course are included in the semester fee.

European Quality System

SIIL is accredited by the independent agency IAAR, which operates in accordance with European standards for educational quality and is a member of ENQA and EQAR. This status can be verified in public registries.

Your Own AI Assistant

Your personal AI-powered tutor. It will help you analyze clinical cases, explain neurobiological principles, and prepare you for exams.

Private Student Chat

Access to the community. Connect with future colleagues, discuss professional practices, share resources, and ask the mentors questions.

Focus on Psychological Practice

Specialized subjects: psychodiagnostics, individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, neuropsychology, trauma psychology, coaching, and professional ethics.

Career Center

Career seminars are integrated into the curriculum (7 ECTS of practical sessions). Experts will help you write a resume and choose a career path.

Flexibility in Learning

100% online format: 8 semesters at a comfortable pace, allowing you to balance your studies with your main occupation and personal life from anywhere in the world.

Contract Price

If you pay for the entire program upfront, the price remains unchanged until the end of the program. If you pay by semester, the price may be adjusted by no more than 10% per year (Section 3.1 of the contract).

Proprietary platform

SIIL is a user-friendly LMS platform with an intuitive interface, a mobile web app, and prompt feedback from instructors.

Process

How the admissions process works

01

Online Application

Submit a request on the website. A consultant will respond within one business day and help you choose a program.

02

Documents

Upload digital copies of your passport and educational certificate to your personal account. You must mail a notarized copy of your diploma to Switzerland within 6 months of submitting your application (no translation is required for documents in Russian, English, French, German, or Italian).

03

Approval

Our advisor will review the documents and prepare the application package.

04

Start of Training

Get personalized access to the platform and start taking classes and doing exercises.

Two Diplomas

SIIL and ZKITU: Concurrent Study and Two Degrees

SIIL and ZKITU: Dual-Degree Program

Students can study concurrently at SIIL and the West Kazakhstan Innovation and Technology University (Uralsk). These are two separate admissions processes and two independent degrees, each awarded upon fulfillment of the academic requirements of its respective institution.

  • Bachelor's Degree Programs: "Psychology" and "Economics"
  • SIIL grants credit for ZKITU courses provided they align with the curriculum
  • ZKITU has been added to the European DEQAR database
  • A consultant will provide details on the admission requirements and process
Cost and Terms

Tuition

Starting at 1,480 € per semester, 30 ECTS
  • If you pay for the entire program upfront, the price remains the same until the end of the program; if you pay by semester, the price may be adjusted by up to 10% per year.
  • The price does not depend on the number of courses in the semester
  • Installment payment plans are available; a consultant will help you choose the right terms.
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What's Included in the Price

  • Access to the platform and mobile app
  • Training materials and recorded webinars
  • The Role of an Academic Advisor
  • edX courses as electives in the program
  • Career Center and Private Student Community
  • Two make-up exams per subject

The third and subsequent retakes, as well as administrative fees, are billed separately. Once the semester has begun and access has been granted, payment is non-refundable. Payment Policies (PDF) · Sample Contract (PDF) · How to Enroll

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