Positive psychology and salutogenic perspective

Education facts

Code: PSAM27

The aim of the course is for students to acquire fundamental knowledge of positive psychology and the salutogenic perspective, and the connection to sustainability, well-being, and environmental and climate issues. The course addresses concepts and theories within the field of positive psychology and their significance from a sustainability perspective. Based on central concepts and theories in positive psychology and the salutogenic perspective, students develop an understanding of psychological resources and competencies and their importance for sustainable development. Group-based and individual reflection assignments constitute an important part of the course. The course requires and is based on active participation in learning activities, independent study, and literature reading throughout the course.

Entry requirements

A bachelor-level degree, of which 90 credits must be in Psychology, including an independent project of at least 15 credits at G2E level. In addition, upper secondary level Swedish 3, English 6 or Swedish level 3, English level 2. An equivalence assessment can be made.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Positive psychology and salutogenic perspective

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 9 November 2026

  End date: 13 December 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %