Aim and activities

The European Semester of Psychology is aimed at creating a common space in which European psychologists can interact and communicate so as to foster the sharing and transmission of knowledge and expertise between members and, in turn, to stimulate the ongoing development of a truly European identity among psychologists across Europe.

During the six-month period in which they play host to the European Semester, EFPA Full Members are expected to organise numerous events and meetings, welcome visiting colleagues from other associations, and promote materials and information on both current and historical developments within psychology, both at home and abroad

European Semester of Psychology in Poland

 

January – June 2026

The European Semester in Psychology in Poland, will take the form of a series of high-profile scientific and professional events, integrated with major national conferences and key academic initiatives.

The event is supervised by: Dr Beata Krzywosz-Rynkiewicz, Professor at the University of Warmia and Mazury – Vice-President of the Polish Psychological Association, member of the EFPA Council, and Dr Adam Tarnowski, Professor at the Nicolaus Copernicus University – member of the Executive Board of the Polish Psychological Association, member of the EFPA Council.

The European Semester in Psychology in Poland aims to strengthen the visibility of European psychological standards, deepen dialogue between science, professional practice, and public policy, support young psychologists and students, and foster cooperation between national and European psychological communities.

We warmly encourage you to actively participate in the European Semester in Psychology – Poland events and to follow forthcoming organisational announcements.

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Kick off events:

Opening of the European Semester at the 32nd PTP Congress Łódź, September 2025

  • Plenary lecture
    The profession of psychologist in Europe – legal regulations, scope of practice, mobility potential and diversity of work contexts (Ole Tunold, EFPA Vice-President)
  • Scientific symposium
    Testing as a scientific method, diagnostic tool and market product (EFPA former Board of Assessment)
  • Panel discussion
    European standards for the training of psychologists –  (EuroPsy Poland Committee)

Upcoming events (dates will be announced on an ongoing basis)

Master Class in Psychology – Lectures

  • Functional, dimensional and other diagnostic terms – new labels or new content?
    Language: PL | Date: March | Format: online

European Semester – Expert Sessions (seminars, panels, symposia)

  • Is Europe ready for old age? Research on ageing in Europe
    (everyday memory of older people, loneliness in dementia, attitudes towards ageing)
    Language: ENG | Date: 27 January, 6 p.m. | Format: online
  • The Psychologist Profession Act – when psychological internships make sense. EuroPsy's experience
    Language: PL | Date: April | Format: online
  • Psychology in the face of climate change
    Language: ENG | Date: June | Format: online
  • Psychology today – challenges in practice and science. The profession of psychologist as an evidence-based profession
    Scientific symposium (Institute of Psychology, University of Łódź)
    Language: PL | Date: March | Format: online/offline
  • Childhood affected by war
    Scientific lecture during the 34th National Conference on Developmental Psychology
    Language: ENG | Date: June | Format: online
  • How to maintain a human-centred approach in testing and assessment?
    Panel discussion with representatives of the European Test Publishers Group
    (7th Congress of the Polish Association of Organisational Psychology)
    Language: PL | Date: September | Format: offline

European Semester of Psychology in Hungary

The Contribution of Psychological Science to the Social Challenges of Our Time.

July – December 2025

The program features a variety of hybrid activities, including lectures, seminars, webinars, and presentations by leading Hungarian researchers and practitioners.

The events will also benefit from the active participation of EFPA directors, fostering an international exchange of knowledge and expertise.

Some of the highlights of the program include:

  • “Trauma-Informed Disaster and Crisis Intervention” – A conference by the Disaster, Trauma, and Crisis Psychology Section of MPT.

  • “How Can Psychology Support the Spread of Environmentally Conscious Behaviors?” – A workshop hosted by the Sustainability and Psychology Research Group.

  • “Role of Ethics in Modern Work Organizations” – A conference organized by the Organizational Psychology Section of MPT.

  • “Life and Achievements of Flóra Kozmutza” – Celebrating the legacy of a major expert in Hungarian psychology of special education.

 

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Countries that organised or will organise the European Semester of Psychology

Poland - Warsaw
January - June
2026
Hungary - Budapest
July - December
2025
- No European Semester
January - June
2025
Estonia - Tallinn
July - December
2024
Albania - Tirana
January -June
2024
Italy - Naples
July - December
2023
Serbia - Belgrade
January-June
2023
Lithuania - Vilnius
July - December
2022
Ukraine - Kyiv
July - December
2019
- No European Semester
January - June
2019
Cyprus - Nicosia
July - December
2018
United Kingdom - London
January - June
2018
Czech Republic - Prague
July - December
2017
Switzerland - Zürich
January - June
2017
Germany - Berlin
July - December
2016
Turkey - Istanbul
January - June
2016
Portugal - Lisbon
July - December
2015
About past European Semesters of Psychology
Past ESPs