Hey, future UNNES students! Psychology is consistently one of the most popular majors every year. It’s no surprise—studying human behavior and mental processes is incredibly useful in almost every field, from education and clinical health to the corporate world.
However, when applying for state universities (PTN), students often hit a confusing roadblock: “Is Psychology a Social Science (Soshum) or a Natural Science (Saintek)?”
The answer: It depends on the campus. Some universities categorize Psychology under Natural Sciences because of its medical and clinical approach. But what about at Universitas Negeri Semarang?
UNNES Psychology: Purely Social Sciences!
If you’re eyeing UNNES, here’s the scoop: Psychology at UNNES is part of the Social Sciences (Soshum) stream.
At UNNES, this program sits under the Faculty of Education and Psychology (FIPP). The curriculum here emphasizes social aspects, education, human interaction, and character development. For those of you coming from a High School Social Studies (IPS) or Language background, this is great news, it aligns perfectly with what you’ve already been studying!
But don’t get too comfortable, just because it’s “Social Science” doesn’t mean you’ll escape math entirely. Psychology students still need strong logical reasoning for research and diagnostic work.
What Will You Study? (UNNES Psychology Curriculum)
To give you an idea of how exciting this major is, here are the core subjects you’ll dive into at UNNES:
1. Foundations & Human Development
Explore how the human mind works and how we develop from infancy to old age.
- History and Schools of Psychology
- Biopsychology & Personality Theory (Freudian, Behaviorism, Humanism, etc.)
- Child, Adult, and Geriatric (Elderly) Development
- Cognitive & Social Psychology
2. Assessment & Research Methodology
This is where your analytical skills are tested. You’ll learn how to measure psychological conditions scientifically.
- Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
- Psychometrics (Creating psychological measurement tools)
- Psychodiagnostics & Personality Testing
- Quantitative & Qualitative Research Methods
3. Applied Psychology & Intervention
These courses prepare you to solve real-world mental and behavioral issues in society, schools, or companies.
- Clinical & Abnormal Psychology
- Mental Health & Social Pathology
- Foundations of Counseling and Psychotherapy
- Educational Psychology & Inclusive Education
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology & HRD
4. Unique & Modern “Signature” Courses
As a “Conservation University,” UNNES offers unique subjects relevant to modern issues and local culture, such as:
- Conservation Psychology
- Nusantara (Indonesian) & Cross-Cultural Psychology
- Cyber Psychology
- Forensic & Disaster Psychology
Why Choose UNNES Psychology?
Beyond the comprehensive curriculum, UNNES Psychology offers a thriving academic ecosystem. Currently holding a B Accreditation, the program is rapidly growing and committed to high-quality education.
The biggest draw? Networking. The Faculty of Education and Psychology (FIPP) has massive strategic partnerships to ensure graduates are “work-ready.” UNNES Psychology currently boasts:
- 28 Domestic Partners: Collaborations with government agencies, hospitals, and psychological bureaus for research and internships.
- 12 International Partners: Opening doors for student exchanges, short courses, and global research collaborations.
- 18 Industrial Partners: UNNES is serious about producing top-tier HR practitioners. You’ll have the chance to intern at major companies, including national banks like Bank BTN.
So, what are you waiting for? Start prepping now and prove that you have what it takes to join the UNNES Psychology family!
