About us
We make knowledge from the field of psychology accessible and utilizable for all life and work environments.
School of Applied Psychology
The School of Psychology offers a comprehensive range of study and continuing education programmes, a variety of consulting services, and research projects on a uniquely wide range of psychology topics.
Three institutes and two departments form the pillars of the School of Applied Psychology. We teach, conduct research, and provide consulting services in close collaboration with our partners in the fields of practice, politics, and science.
In the transfer of knowledge and experience we are constantly developing our range of services and make an important contribution to solving social challenges.
Psychology for society and practice
We stand for psychology that is evidence-based, practical, and socially relevant. We develop knowledge, promote competencies, and apply our expertise in a targeted manner. Our goal is to apply psychological knowledge where it is truly needed: in people's lives.
That is why we are committed to empowering people, providing guidance, and promoting sustainable development, and thus to making an active contribution to solving social challenges.
«There are numerous social issues and changes that can cause uncertainty among many people. Psychology can provide answers to how we as humans can deal with this complexity and these developments. At the School of Applied Psychology, we offer excellent study programmes across the spectrum of applied psychology. And with our research, the wide range of continuing education courses, and services, we make a valuable and beneficial contribution to the development of people and society. This brings together the best of both worlds—theory and practice—at the School of Applied Psychology and the ZHAW.»
Prof. Dr. Daniela Eberhardt
Director, School of Applied Psychology