- Home
- Providers
- Back
- CES Maastricht
- Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology
by: CES Maastricht
For much of the 20th century, “What is wrong with people” has guided the thinking of many psychologists. Founded over a decade ago by University of Pennsylvania professor Martin Seligman, positive psychology instead asks “what is right with people”. Human strengths such as courage and future-mindedness act as buffers against mental illness. Positive psychology, therefore, is devoted to understandi...
For much of the 20th century, “What is wrong with people” has guided the thinking of many psychologists. Founded over a decade ago by University of Pennsylvania professor Martin Seligman, positive psychology instead asks “what is right with people”. Human strengths such as courage and future-mindedness act as buffers against mental illness. Positive psychology, therefore, is devoted to understanding and learning how to build these positive qualities in order to improve people’s well-being and help to promote the “good life”. On an individual level, positive psychology embraces the capacity for love, courage, interpersonal skills, aesthetic sensibility, perseverance, forgiveness, originality, spirituality, high talent, and wisdom. In our times such virtues are often looked at with sceptici...
Program Highlights
A unique experience, following one of the hottest topics in psychology today.
Participate in a series of hands-on workshops.
Attend interactive lectures, work on specific real-life cases, and give presentations.
Gain skills in preventative care and combating mental illness.
Supportive staff available.
Media Gallery
Quick Details
- Maastricht, Netherlands
- Winter
- Psychology
- All Nationalities
Program Reviews
Hear what past participants have to say about the programs
Overall Rating
Total Reviews
A beautiful three weeks!
February 22, 2022by: Nick McLennan - AustraliaProgram: Positive PsychologyI had such a great experience studying online with Elke. It was such a beautifully constructed, engaging course that really did utilise an awesome method of study that was mainly based around collaboration and discussion. I could not recommend this course more!
Loved this unit!
February 18, 2022by: Eleni Gill - AustraliaProgram: Positive PsychologyThe Positive Psychology unit was incredibly insightful and important. I feel it's a unit everyone should undertake because it's one that has the potential to make life so much better. The learnings go far beyond academic, they're important for anyone wanting to feel better, have more purposeful goals and feel enriched and empowered to improve their mental health. I feel incredibly lucky to have been part of this course and have used many of the learnings in my personal and professional life already. Positive psychology is a powerful and real science that has the capacity to truly enhance happiness. I had no idea just how important this unit was going to be for me and my family.
Changed my life!
March 04, 2020by: Olivia Hacche - AustraliaProgram: Positive PsychologyThis programme exceeded all of my expectations and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Despite the cold that I’ve never felt before back home in Australia, the city itself felt like home away from homde. I met the most incredible people, both inside and outside of my programme. I experienced many things; amazing food, cold park walks and deep connections with many people. I’ve made long life friends and learnt many things about the history of Maastricht, my course (Positive Psychology) in myself. This is a programme that will change your life and a part of your life you’ll look back on and cherish forever.
Program Details
Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know
Locations
- Maastricht, Netherlands
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Psychology
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2028, 2027
- Winter
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application
Ready to Learn More?
For much of the 20th century, “What is wrong with people” has guided the thinking of many psychologists. Founded over a decade ago by University of Pennsylvania professor Martin Seligman, positive psychology instead asks “what is right with people”. Human strengths such as courage and future-mindedness act as buffers against mental illness. Positive psychology, therefore, is devoted to understanding and learning how to build these positive qualities in order to improve people’s well-being and help to promote the “good life”. On an individual level, positive psychology embraces the capacity for love, courage, interpersonal skills, aesthetic sensibility, perseverance, forgiveness, originality, spirituality, high talent, and wisdom. In our times such virtues are often looked at with sceptici...
CES Maastricht
CES Maastricht
Ready to Learn More?
For much of the 20th century, “What is wrong with people” has guided the thinking of many psychologists. Founded over a decade ago by University of Pennsylvania professor Martin Seligman, positive psychology instead asks “what is right with people”. Human strengths such as courage and future-mindedness act as buffers against mental illness. Positive psychology, therefore, is devoted to understanding and learning how to build these positive qualities in order to improve people’s well-being and help to promote the “good life”. On an individual level, positive psychology embraces the capacity for love, courage, interpersonal skills, aesthetic sensibility, perseverance, forgiveness, originality, spirituality, high talent, and wisdom. In our times such virtues are often looked at with sceptici...
Related Programs
Browse programs you might like