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BSc (Hons) Psychology

  • Award: BSc (Hons)
  • Study Level: Undergraduate
  • Mode: Full-time
  • Duration: 3-4 years
  • Tuition Fee: QAR 75,000 Per Academic Year
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Psychology considers the causes and development of behaviour and the ways in which people interact with and influence each other. This programme provides a comprehensive foundation for your career as a psychologist.

An understanding of human behaviour also makes psychology graduates very desirable in many other occupational sectors.

Embark on a transformative journey in psychology with City University Qatar, paving the way for a fulfilling career and contributing to the region’s mental health landscape. This full-time programme is designed to meet the growing demand for psychology professionals.

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology at City University Qatar mirrors the curriculum, learning outcomes, and academic standards of Ulster University.

With a comprehensive curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities in Lusail City, and top-tier faculty, students gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in psychology. This programme prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions to mental health, research, and applied psychology in Qatar and beyond.

 

 I Will Learn

– New perspectives on how we engage with the world and how people interact with and influence each other.

– About the specialisms within psychology, including the causes and development of human behaviour.

– Key research skills in lab-based practical settings, essential for a professional career in psychology and useful in many other sectors.

 

Hands-on Experience

– Professionally relevant learning activities.

– Problem-based learning approaches that encourage the development and application of skills relevant to the workplace.

– Project work applying psychological theory and skills to issues encountered in community and professional settings.

 

Why Ulster Programme?

  • Ulster University is ranked in the UK Top 10 for Psychology (Guardian University Guide 2025).

 

Entry Requirements for direct entry into Year One are subject to completion of 13 years of education and are assessed on a case-by-case basis, varying depending on the programme applied for. General entry requirements include:

– International Baccalaureate (IB): An overall profile of a minimum of 24 points (with at least 12 points at higher level), and grade 4 or above in HL or SL Mathematics

– British System: 3 A-levels; the required grades and subjects depend on the programme applied for. A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above is required, including GCSE Mathematics

– To qualify for our bachelor’s programme, applicants must meet all the following criteria. Some may have specific math and physics grade prerequisites

– Other international qualifications: These will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements

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– English Language Requirements – an IELTS overall score of at least 6.0, with no band lower than 5.5, or an equivalent qualification

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– Successful completion of Ulster’s International Foundation Programme

Duration: 3-4 years with an Integrated Foundation Year
Instruction: Modular
Module Design: 20 units per module, 3 modules per semester
Honours Qualification: 18 modules

If you’ve completed 12 years of high school (Grade 12/Thanawiyah), you must successfully complete the International Foundation Programme before advancing to year one of BSc (Hons) Psychology.

International Foundation Programme

SEMESTER 1

• Foundation in Science and Technology
• Foundation in Mathematics
• English with Study Skills or Extending Critical Thinking for Undergraduate Study

SEMESTER 2
• Exploring Cultural Identities
• Perspectives in Psychology
• English for Academic Transition or Project-Based Learning

 

Year 1

SEMESTER 1

• Introduction to Research Methods
• Psychological Perspectives on Wellness and Resilience
• Introduction to Psychology

SEMESTER 2

• Psychology Applied to Health
• Research Procedures in the Behavioural Sciences
• Introduction to Psychology 2

 

Year 2

SEMESTER 1

• Social Psychology
• Individual Differences
• Advanced Research Methods

SEMESTER 2

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Psychobiology

 

Year 3

SEMESTER 1

• Psychology at Work
• Applied Psychology: Mental Health Practice
• Psychology Project I
• Understanding Sport and Exercise Psychology

SEMESTER 2

• Health Psychology
• Forensic Psychology and Crime
• Psychology Project II

– Professional Psychologist
– Researcher
– Management Consultant
– Applied Behaviour Analyst
– Public Relations Specialist
– Advertising and Marketing Professional
* Further training may be required on certain career paths, for example, practicing as a professional psychologist in areas such as educational, clinical, occupational, health, sport, counselling, and forensic psychology.

Register your interest in the programme.