Master in Psychoanalysis

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Overview

The core focuses of the Master’s program in Psychoanalysis at Freud University include examining the contemporary relevance of the historical foundations of psychoanalysis, the intersection between art and individual subjectivity, teaching and supervision in psychoanalytic contexts, fostering entrepreneurial initiative in the field, and a comprehensive exploration of clinical psychoanalytic practice methodologies in response to the rising incidence of modern pathologies.

The Master’s course encourages both theoretical and applied research in the diverse theoretical frameworks of Psychoanalysis, taking into account new cultural, regional, and global dynamics, as well as their influences and symptomatic manifestations. It also seeks the effective dissemination and practical application of research findings, integrating advancements from related fields.

The program is aimed at individuals from the fields of social sciences, psychology, humanities, education, philosophy, law, and all those interested in enriching their knowledge and practice in Psychoanalysis.

Research Areas

  • History of Psychoanalysis
  • Clinical Psychoanalysis
  • Teaching and Supervision in Psychoanalysis
  • Art, Literature, and Subjectivity in Psychoanalysis
  • Entrepreneurship in Psychoanalysis

Learning Outcomes

The Master’s in Psychoanalysis trains researchers with methodological rigor and academic excellence for higher education teaching at all levels, enabling the graduated professional for teaching at undergraduate, graduate, and in national and international research.

The graduate with a Master’s in Psychoanalysis will be able to engage in work projects, programs of social and subjective policies, and research in Psychoanalysis. They will also be qualified to perform in academic teaching and occupy management positions in any of the mentioned areas.

Programme

Module Content
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ACADEMIC RESEARCH
    • Definition of Research and Importance in Academic Training.
 
    • Types of Research: Quantitative and Qualitative.
 
    • Ethics in Research: Principles and Standards.
 
    • Basic structure of the research project
 
    • Identification and Formulation of Research Problems.
 
    • Establishment of Clear and Achievable Objectives.
 
    • Steps in applying for a master’s/doctorate.
 
    • Creating and filling out the Lattes Curriculum.
 
    • Writing letters of intent and recommendation.
 
MODULE 2: INNOVATION AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
    • Use of new technologies in academic research
 
    • Ethics and elaboration of research in the present day
 
    • How to use artificial intelligence to your advantage
 
MODULE 3: LITERATURE REVIEW AND STATE OF THE ART
    • Techniques for Conducting an Efficient Bibliographic Review.
 
    • Identification of Gaps and Justification for Research.
 
    • How to write an introduction
 
    • What to write in the literature review/theoretical reference
 
    • Where to find the best texts for your theme
 
    • Developing a good methodology
 
    • Citations, references and ABNT
 
    • How to elaborate an adequate schedule
 
    • Checklist of the research project
 
MODULE 4: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY, TEACHING AND LEARNING
    • Essential Elements of a Research Project.
 
    • Structure and Standards for Writing Scientific Articles.
 
    • Use of ABNT Standards in the Preparation of Academic Works.
 
    • Maintenance of Coherence and Style in Academic Writing.
 
    • Use of ABNT Standards in the Preparation of Academic Works.
 
    • Maintenance of Coherence and Style in Academic Writing.
 
    • Strategies for Data Collection: Interviews, Questionnaires, Observations etc.
 
    • Techniques for Data Analysis: Statistics, Content Analysis etc.
 
    • Choice of Appropriate Methodologies: Quantitative, Qualitative or Mixed.
 
    • Digital technologies in academic research
 
MODULE 5: ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND DIGITAL MARKETING
    • Techniques for Orthographic and Grammatical Revision.
 
    • Strategies to Improve the Clarity and Cohesion of Texts.
 
    • Process of Publication in Scientific Periodicals.
 
    • Dissemination Strategies to Expand the Impact of Research.
 
    • Dissemination of research on social networks.
 
    • Academic research and entrepreneurship
 
MODULE 06: FINAL WORK AND PRESENTATION (TUTORING)
    • Development of the Final Project.
 
    • Techniques for Oral and Written Presentation
 

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