Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
AED 1,238 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total CRHs: 120
Key Summary
Introduction
It gives me great pleasure to invite you to truly participate in our wonderful journey into the world of the human mind and behaviour. Our distinguished faculty team is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages exploration, critical thinking, and personal development.
As head of this esteemed department, I encourage you to take full advantage of our diverse course range, innovative research opportunities, and exciting extracurricular activities. We are committed to providing you with the tools and support necessary to excel in your academic journey and providing you with the information and skills required to qualify you professionally, in line with the requirements of the labour market in the field of psychology.
Be prepared for an enriching learning experience that will not only broaden your horizons But will also enable you to leave a positive mark on your community. Welcome to a place where learning knows no bounds, and where the pursuit and pursuit of knowledge are celebrated. We, members of the Psychology Department, look forward to helping you succeed and thrive on your path to academic, personal, and professional excellence.
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Curriculum
Semester 1
- ARB111 Communication Skills in Arabic
- ISL114 Islamic Culture
- UEL1 University Elective 1
- PSY101 Introduction to Psychology
- PSY105 Communication Skills in English Language
Semester 2
- UEL2 University Elective 2
- PSY104 Psychological Statistics (1)
- COM111 IT Fundamentals
- PSY103 Social Psychology
- PSY102 Dev.Psych.: Childhood & Adolescence
Semester 3
- STA111 Statistics (Art)
- PSY208 Psychology of Learning
- PSY206 Psychology of Personality
- PSY207 Physiological Psychology
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 1
Semester 4
- PSY310 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY209 Psychometrics
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 2
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 3
- UEL3 University Elective 3
- EMS112 Emiratis Studies / ARB
Semester 5
- PSY314 Experiential Psychology
- PSY313 Educational Psychology
- PSY312 Industrial & Org. Psychology
- PSY311 Psychological Tests & Measures
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 4
- INN311 Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Semester 6
- PSY316 Cognitive Psychology
- PSY315 Research Methods in Psychology
- PSY317 Family Psychology
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 5
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 6
- UEL5 University Elective 5
Semester 7
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 7
- MEPSY Major Elective PSY 8
- PSY418 Guidance & Counseling Psychology
- PSY419 Thinking Skills
- PSY420 Clinical Psychology
Semester 8
- PSY421 Psychotherapy
- PSY422 Practicum
- PSY423 Graduation Project
Program Outcome
After completing this program, the graduate will be able to:
Knowledge
- Explain various concepts and principles in the field of psychology and related fields.
- Connect the information gained when interpreting psychological and behavioural phenomena.
- Identify different elements and strategies of thinking.
- Distinguish between different disorders and pathological conditions.
- Explain various theories in psychology and related fields.
Skill
- Employ analytical and practical skills in preparing and designing psychological tests and counselling and therapeutic intervention programs.
- Apply various psychological tests and programs in the fields of measurement, guidance, and treatment.
- Use theoretical and practical knowledge to understand, analyze, diagnose and treat some psychological problems in both normal and disturbed people.
Efficiencies
Independence and responsibility
- Apply ethical and professional standards and controls in the field of work.
- Determine the legal aspects that are consistent with human rights principles in the field of psychology.
Role in context
- Use the acquired information to address some life situations and problems.
- Conduct a project or research, using tests, statistical methods, and research writing skills.
Self-development
- Create different measurement tools and intervention programs that suit the different situations faced in professional work.
- Explain the problems of the cases studied and the prognosis of the disorder.
- Bear responsibility for working in social, counselling, and therapeutic institutions.