Master in Psychology of Wellbeing and Social Inclusivity at University of Bologna
Two-year English-taught psychology master at the University of Bologna that trains psychologists to design interventions for wellbeing and social inclusion, with particular reference to migrants. Open access, class LM-51 R.
Master
2 years
Bologna
English
University of Bologna
Psychology of Wellbeing and Social Inclusivity is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's degree (class LM-51 R) taught entirely in English at the University of Bologna. It trains psychologists to promote wellbeing and inclusion, with attention to migrants. Access is open, and tuition follows family income or a reduced flat fee.
Entry requirements
- A bachelor's degree, or a foreign qualification that gives access to second-cycle study in the country where it was awarded, meeting the curricular requirements set in the admission notice for this psychology degree.
- English proficiency at the level the admission notice sets; the whole degree is delivered in English.
- Open access: there is no fixed number of places, and your personal preparation is assessed as the notice describes.
- An application on Studenti Online within the window in the notice, then Universitaly pre-enrolment if you need a study visa.
- At enrolment, your translated degree certificate and transcript plus a Diploma Supplement, CIMEA statement, declaration of value or legalisation.
About the programme
Psychology of Wellbeing and Social Inclusivity is a two-year laurea magistrale in class LM-51 R, Psychology, run by the Department of Psychology (PSI) in Bologna. It is worth 120 ECTS, is delivered entirely in English and has open access. Monica Rubini is the degree programme director, and the degree website lists it among the university's qualifying programmes.
The university says the degree trains psychologists to respond to the problems that individuals and groups face during their lifetime, with particular reference to social inclusion and migrants. Its line is "From diversity to well-being and inclusion for all". It suits students who want to work on wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, including with migrants.
What you will study
Students explore the psychological principles behind individual and collective wellbeing and learn to design interventions that promote inclusion in different social contexts. The focus runs from diversity, through the difficulties people meet across the lifespan, to practical ways of supporting inclusion for groups such as migrants. The course units, credits and teaching periods for each intake are set out in the course structure diagram on the degree website; read the 2027/28 version before you apply, since units can change.
Career paths
The stated aim is to train psychologists able to respond to problems that individuals and groups face during their lives, with a focus on social inclusion and migration. The detailed professional profiles are published in the prospects section of the degree website. A laurea magistrale also gives access to PhD programmes, and the university's Towards the job market service supports students and graduates in their job search.
The degree website marks it as a qualifying programme. Read the degree regulations to see what this label means for professional registration as a psychologist, in Italy or in your home country, before you commit.
Fees and scholarships
This degree is in a higher fee band: its 2026/27 maximum is €3,060 a year, above the €2,550 standard for second-cycle degrees, plus a fixed €157.04. The real amount follows family income, and an ISEE up to €27,000 means paying only the fixed part, so zero euro tuition for eligible students. Non-OECD citizens (the list covers countries like India) with family income only abroad can instead choose a reduced flat fee of €1,200 plus €157.04. ER.GO scholarship winners pay €157.04.
How to apply from outside the EU
Programme-specific rules come first: the degree's admission notice lists the curricular requirements, the English level, how personal preparation is assessed and the windows. The 2027/28 notice is not out yet. You apply on Studenti Online, and with open access there is no quota for non-EU applicants.
After admission comes the Universitaly pre-enrolment, which the university must validate unconditionally before the consulate issues a study visa; proof of means is at least €10,179.85 (2026). There are no validations during the August closure. You then enrol, pay the first instalment and apply for a residence permit within eight days of arrival.
How ApplyAZ helps
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Questions and answers
Is Psychology of Wellbeing and Social Inclusivity taught in English?
Yes. The degree is delivered entirely in English in Bologna. The required English level and accepted proof are set in the admission notice, so check the notice for the year you apply.
Do I need a psychology bachelor's degree?
The admission notice sets the curricular requirements, such as minimum credits in specific subject areas. As this is a class LM-51 R psychology degree, check the notice carefully to confirm your bachelor's degree qualifies.
Is there a limit on places?
No. Access is open, so there is no fixed number of places. Your curricular requirements and personal preparation are still assessed as the admission notice describes.
Does the degree lead to work as a psychologist?
The degree trains psychologists and is marked as a qualifying programme. Professional registration has its own rules in Italy and in other countries, so read the degree regulations and your home country's requirements before applying.
How much are the fees?
For 2026/27 the maximum is €3,060 a year plus a fixed €157.04. With a family ISEE up to €27,000 you pay only €157.04. Non-OECD citizens with family income only abroad can choose €1,200 plus €157.04.
Can I get a scholarship?
Eligible students can apply for the ER.GO regional scholarship. Winners pay only the fixed €157.04 a year. ER.GO sets the rules and decides the awards.
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