| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-07-03 | - |
| 2023-10-02 | - |
| 2024-01-08 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Transpersonal Psychology program at Sofia University trains students in the principles and practices of transpersonal psychology, emphasizing transformative learning, the integration of transpersonal and wisdom principles, and the development of skills for personal and professional growth. The program includes core courses, themed seminars, and custom-designed courses tailored to China's current psycho-socio-cultural climate. Graduates are prepared for careers in counseling, coaching, education, healthcare, business, social work, and other fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Arts in Transpersonal Psychology (MATP) program at Sofia University is offered in collaboration with Beijing Qiwen Education and is designed to train students in the principles and practices of transpersonal psychology. The program emphasizes transformative learning, the integration of transpersonal and wisdom principles, and the development of skills for personal and professional growth. The MATP emphasizes the cultivation of leadership skills, self-awareness, and professional consciousness.
Objectives:
- Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of transpersonal psychology theories and practices.
- Develop students' ability to apply transpersonal principles to professional and community settings.
- Foster the personal and professional growth of students through transformative learning experiences.
Outline:
The MATP curriculum consists of 42 units and includes the following components:
- 10 core MATP courses
- 7 themed seminars with guest speakers
- 4 custom-designed courses tailored to China's current psycho-socio-cultural climate
Course Schedule:
The program offers three start dates each year: July, October, and January. The program length is 2 years.
Individual Modules:
Core MATP Courses:
- Transpersonal Psychology: Foundations and Applications
- Consciousness and the Nature of Mind
- The Transpersonal Self
- Transpersonal Development and Psychotherapy
- Transpersonal Spirituality and Healing
- Transpersonal Psychology and Social Transformation
- Transpersonal Ecology
- Transpersonal Arts and Creativity
- Transpersonal Research and Methodology
- Transpersonal Ethics and Professional Practice
Themed Seminars:
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Psychology
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Education
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Healthcare
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Business and Leadership
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Environmental Sustainability
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Social Justice
- Transpersonal Perspectives on Global Consciousness
Custom-Designed Courses:
- Chinese Psychology and Psychotherapy
- Transpersonal Psychology in Chinese Culture
- Applications of Transpersonal Psychology in Chinese Society
- The Future of Transpersonal Psychology in China
Assessment:
The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:
- Assignments: Students will complete assignments throughout the program to demonstrate their understanding of course material and their ability to apply transpersonal principles to real-world situations.
- Journals: Students will keep reflective journals to track their personal and professional growth throughout the program.
- Practicum: Students will complete a practicum experience in a professional setting to apply transpersonal principles in a practical context.
- Thesis: Students will complete a thesis project to demonstrate their research and writing skills in transpersonal psychology.
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are dedicated to providing students with a transformative learning experience. Faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, workshops, and experiential exercises. The program also emphasizes community building and collaboration among students.
Careers:
Graduates of the MATP program are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, including:
- Counseling and psychotherapy
- Coaching and consulting
- Education
- Healthcare
- Business and leadership
- Social work
- Ministry
- The arts
- Research
