PHD in Transpersonal Psychology - Chinese Language

Program Overview

Sofia University's Doctor of Philosophy in Chinese (PhDC) in Transpersonal Psychology program combines transpersonal psychology with the Chinese wisdom tradition. It enhances research, analytical, and experiential skills while fostering a deep understanding of human experience. The program features online learning with four residential seminars, and graduates pursue careers in fields such as applied transpersonal psychology, consciousness studies, and health and well-being.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

Sofia University's Doctor of Philosophy in Chinese (PhDC) in Transpersonal Psychology program aims to educate scholar-practitioners in transpersonal psychology familiar with the Chinese wisdom tradition. It augments prior master's degrees by exploring and considering classical and contemporary transpersonal psychology research. This program deepens research, analytical, and experiential abilities while developing a comprehensive grasp of the diverse dimensions of human experience.

Objectives:

• Analysis: Analyze and explain human behavior using transpersonal psychology and psychology theories.
• Methodology: Utilize best practices in social science and humanistic methodology in psychological research design and conduct.
• Diversity: Incorporate understanding of diverse experiences and perspectives into transpersonal psychology applications.
• Communication: Communicate effectively in various media for different audiences and purposes.
• Reflection: Reflect on personal and professional growth and identify areas for continued development.
• Ethics: Integrate ethical frameworks with transpersonal psychology concepts and practices to address challenges.

Outline:

This program is facilitated primarily online, featuring four residential seminars over three years. Seminars may be in-person or virtual, spanning five consecutive days each. The program encompasses the following modules:

• Core Courses:
• Transpersonal Psychology: Theory and Practice
• Research Methods in Transpersonal Psychology
• Advanced Studies in Transpersonal Psychology
• Elective Courses: Students choose six from a range of options, such as:
• Consciousness and Creativity
• Whole Systems Approach to Health and Well-being
• Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience
• Dissertation: Students embark on an original research project culminating in a dissertation.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Papers and presentations
• Research projects
• Oral exams
• Written exams
• Dissertation proposal and defense

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program employs diverse teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, experiential exercises, and group projects.
• Faculty: Faculty members are experienced scholars and practitioners in transpersonal psychology.
• Unique Approaches:
• Emphasis on integrating Western and Eastern perspectives
• Focus on experiential learning and self-reflection
• Utilization of online learning platforms

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates pursue careers in the following fields:

• Applied transpersonal psychology in business and organizations
• Consciousness and creativity studies
• Whole systems approach to health and well-being
• Cognitive psychology and neuroscience