Image description: A group of students is sitting closely together in a cozy common room, some on sofas and others on chairs. They are gathered around a low table with notebooks, cups, and food containers, suggesting a relaxed group meeting or study session. Several students are smiling and looking toward the camera. The room feels informal and welcoming, with shelves, plants, and personal items in the background, creating a warm, community-oriented atmosphere. Text on image: “My name is Leonie. I am from Washington DC, and have been living in Berlin for 3 years. I studied Psychology in the US with German and Dance minors (Nebenfächer). Outside of SFU, I work in a day program with people with disabilities at Diakoniewerk Simeon.”
Image description: A young woman is sitting in a cozy room, holding a large book or folder in her hands. Next to her sits a black-and-white dog, looking at the pages as if reading along. The woman is smiling softly and appears relaxed. The scene feels warm and personal, connecting studying with everyday life and closeness. Text on image: “The combination of Clinical Psychology with a more Social Work-oriented perspective was the perfect combination of my interests. I would love to work with different groups of people, and am especially interested in the international context. I had planned on studying Social Work in the US, and find it special that our cohort is so international, with such diverse backgrounds.”
Image description: Several students are standing and sitting in a bright seminar room during a class. A presentation slide is projected onto the wall at the front of the room. One student stands on the left holding a sheet of paper, while others stand or sit near tables, appearing to discuss or listen. The atmosphere is academic and focused, typical of a university seminar. Text on image: “I found the Clinical Psychology and Public Mental Health Program as I was searching for a psychology master’s in Berlin. I had looked at SFU 2 years ago as I considered going into Art Therapy, but later decided I wanted to continue my studies in Psychology before doing further trainings in creative therapies.”
Image description: A group of students is gathered closely around a table, working together on an assignment. Several people are leaning in and pointing at a tablet or smartphone placed in the center of the table. The room is bright, with daylight coming through a window and a picture hanging on the wall. The scene conveys collaboration, engagement, and a sense of community. Text on image: “I really appreciate the community here. Our Masters cohort felt quite comfortable with each other, and family-like. Everyone has been extremely supportive and caring for one another. This goes for our cohort as well as for the staff of the university. I am grateful for the small classes and the content of the program as a whole.”
👋 Meet Leonie and her fellow students! She’s studying in our English-taught Master’s programme in Psychology (Clinical Psychology & Public Mental Health) and is sharing what student life is really like.
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