Refugee Psychology

Refugee Psychology

Delivery institution

Social science

Instructor(s):

Farida Anwar

Start date

6 October 2026

End date

20 October 2026

Study field

CHARM priority field

Study level

Study load, ECTS

5

Short description

The aim of the course is to cover the complex and varied nature of forced migration and refugeehood, and especially the psychological concomitants for refugees. It also shows forced migration in an historical and global perspective, and discusses means for societies to respond effectively to the mental health needs of refugees.

Full description

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course students have learned about individual differences regarding the extent to which refugees suffer from post-traumatic stress, and different behavioural problems. Issues affecting children of refugees that can impede their development are included. They can identify actors influencing levels of distress like demographic variables, cumulative traumatic experiences, and post-migration stressors will be discussed, as well as means for alleviating symptoms.

Places available

7

Course literature (compulsory or recommended):

Literature available in Moodle according to the teacher’s instructions.

Planned educational activities and teaching methods:

Refugee Psychology, 5 cr. Online course (Zoom, Moodle)
Time/dates: 6.10-20.10.2026.
6.10 2026 4.00-7.30 PM
8.10 2026 4.00-7.00 PM
13.10 2026 4.00-7.30 PM
15.10 2026 4.00-7.30 PM
20.10 2026 4.00-7.00 PM
DL for examination 30.10.2026.

Course code

705971.0

Language

Assessment method

Final certification

Transcript of records

Assessment date

30 October 2026

Modality

Learning management System in use

Moodle

Contact hours per week for the student:

4-8 hours

Specific regular weekly teaching day/time

16.00-19.30 PM

Time zone