The program of Applied Psychology deals with the practical study of human character and behavior through the application of the theories and principles of Psychology in various arenas, such as the social, administrative, industrial, informational, and the empirical, in addition to the educational side where the program is distinguished based on a practical basis, depending in its origin on the practical skills and on-going field training for workers and the field of human development for non-workers.
The department of Applied Psychology aims at becoming a pioneer at both local and international levels in preparing specialists in psychology, teachers of psychology, and psychology researchers. It also aims at providing psychological and research consultations in the various fields of applied psychology.
The program aims at preparing scientifically qualified staff in applied psychology such as specialists, teachers, researchers and councilors through providing the services and psychological consultations to members of society and to the state and private sectors.
The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology Program aims to:
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
# | Program Learning Outcomes | Aligned with L7 QFE Descriptors |
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1 | Determine the basic principles and conceptions in Applied Psychology, and apply them in the various fields he/she works at. | QFE 1,3 |
2 | Determine the basic psychological, social, and biological factors that help in the interpretation of psychological behavioral phenomena. | QFE 2,7,8 |
3 | Participate in situations that depend on critical thinking, and solve problems creatively, using methods of problem solving in their various psychological methods. | QFE 2,4,8 |
4 | applying ethical and professional principles related to teaching behavior modification and designing individualized educational programs for individualized with special needs. | QFE 5,11 |
5 | Develop distinguished interactive relationships with others, and enhance their abilities in collective work. | QFE 9,10 |
6 | Demonstrate sufficient knowledge and skills in writing, and present demonstrations in various psychological subjects depending on modern technology. | QFE 5,9,10 |
7 | Apply the concepts and principles of applied psychology and its theories in the work environment as related to the specifications and description of tasks, analysis of work, choice of workers, and specifying the problems that encounter both employers and employees and solving them. | QFE 4,6,9 |
8 | Participate in projects and tasks that specialists in applied psychology deal with, and demonstrate their effect on self- development. | QFE 3,9,10 |
9 | Acquire skills necessary for the application of psychological tests and standards and interpret their results. | QFE 4,7 |
10 | Carry out practical skills required for the specialization in employing laboratories and make use of practical training. | QFE 4,6,7 |
The student must have completed the minimum required duration of study.
The student must not exceed the maximum allowable duration of study.
Course No | Course Title | CR.H. | Prerequisite |
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First: General University Education (33) CR. H. | |||
(1) Compulsory Courses (27) CR.H. | |||
0102120 | Computer Skills | 3 | |
0201111A | Science and Life | 3 | |
0401120 | English (1) | 3 | |
0401121 | English (2) | 3 | 0401120 |
0405100 | Arabic Language | 3 | |
0406110 | Islamic Culture | 3 | |
0408212 | Introduction to Applied Psychology | 3 | |
0409103 | UAE Studies | 3 | |
0501170A | Fund. of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 | |
0508203A | Scientific Research Methodology | 3 | |
(2) Elective Courses (6) CR.H. | |||
The Student is required to choose Only One course from Each of the following groups: | |||
(a) Society and Civilization (3) CR.H. | |||
0406100A | Arabs and Muslims’ Contributions to Arts & Science | 3 | |
0408101A | Physical Education & Health | 3 | |
0409100A | Ethical Awareness | 3 | |
0409102A | Environmental Awareness | 3 | |
(b) Managerial Skills (3) CR.H. | |||
0303100 | Law and Society | 3 | |
0408103 | Thinking Skills | 3 | |
0408104 | Self-Assessment | 3 | |
0501100 | Introduction to Time Management | 3 | |
0501150 | Leadership and Teamwork | 3 | |
Second: Compulsory College Requirements (15) CR.H. | |||
0403101A | Teaching in a Divers Environment | 3 | |
0404200A | Educational Technology | 3 | 0102120 |
0405205A | Curriculum and Instruction | 3 | |
0405206A | Foundations of Education | 3 | |
0408102A | Educational Psychology | 3 | |
Third: Specialization Courses (75) CR.H. | |||
(1) Compulsory Courses (66) CR.H. | |||
0403231 | Applied Behavior Analysis | 3 | 0408212 |
0408211 | Counseling Psychology | 3 | (0408214) & (0408212) |
0408214 | Introduction to Psychological Health | 3 | 0408212 |
0408231 | Action Research Skills | 3 | 0508203A |
0408232 | Psychological Measurements & Tests | 3 | 0408239 |
0408235 | Statistics in Applied Psychology | 3 | 0102120 |
0408237 | Developmental Psychology and its Applications | 3 | 0408212 |
0408239 | Introduction to Psychometrics | 3 | 0408212 |
0408318 | Psychology of Personality | 3 | 0408212 |
0408319 | Experimental Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408322 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408323 | Industrial and Organizational Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408324 | Clinical Psychology | 3 | 0408212 - 0408214 |
0408325 | Social Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408326 | Psychology of Learning | 3 | 0408212 |
0408327 | Psycho Pathology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408335 | Psychophysiology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408433 | Children’s and Adolescents Psychological Problems | 3 | 0408212 |
0408438 | Behavioral and Psychological Consultation | 3 | 0408212 |
0408490 | Practicum in Applied Psychology | 9 | |
Specialization Courses- Elective (9) CR.H. | |||
0408321 | Psychology of Individual Differences | 3 | 0408212 |
0408329 | Criminal Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
0408417 | Psychology of Family Problems | 3 | 0408212 |
0408427 | Psychology of Creativity | 3 | 0408212 |
0408428 | Psychology of Media | 3 | 0408212 |
0408470 | Special Topics in Applied Psychology | 3 | 0408212 |
# | Course Code | Course Name | Assigned Book | Author | Publisher | Publication Year |
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1 | 0408327 | Mental and Behavioral Disorders | Abnormal Psychology | Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, translated by Mohammad Al-Shaqirat and Ahmad Al-Matarneh | Dar Al-Fikr | 2016 |
2 | 0408231 | Action Research Skills | Action Research | Feryal Abu Awad and Mohammad Bakr Noufal | Dar Al-Maseera | 2012 |
3 | 0408417 | Family Problems Psychology | Family Psychology | Alaa Eldin Kafafi | Dar Al-Fikr | 2015 |
4 | 0408417 | Developmental Psychology and Applications | Developmental and Learning Psychology | Nadim Mohammad Al-Shara'i | Dar Al-Biruni | 2014 |
5 | 0408235 | Applied Psychological Statistics | Principles of Statistics | Mohammad Abu Saleh | Dar Al-Yazouri | 2010 |
6 | 0408325 | Social Psychology | Social Psychology | Mohammad Rabi'e | Dar Al-Maseera | 2022 |
7 | 0408329 | Criminal Psychology | Criminal Psychology | Mohammad Shehata Rabi'e, Gomaa Said Youssef, Moataz Said Abdullah | Dar Ghareeb | 2008 |
8 | 0408232 | Psychological Tests and Measurements | Constructing Psychological and Educational Tests and Measurements | Antanios Naif Mikhail | Dar Al-Issar Al-Ilmi | 2016 |
9 | 0408101 | Fitness and Health | Fitness and Health for All | Majid Al-Saleh | Al Ain University | 2024 |
10 | 0408102 | Educational Psychology | Educational Psychology: Principles and Theories | Munthir Al-Ba'awi, Samer Abdel Hadi, Hussein Al-Majali, Majid Al-Saleh | Al Ain University | 2024 |
11 | 0408233 | Principles of Descriptive Statistics | Principles of Statistics | Mohammad Abu Saleh | Dar Al-Yazouri | 2010 |
12 | 0408232 | Human Behavior Modification | Applied Behavior Analysis | Jamal Al-Khatib | Dar Al-Shorouk | 2017 |
13 | 0408322 | Cognitive Psychology | Cognitive Psychology: Theory and Application | Adnan Al-Attoum | Dar Al-Maseera | 2014 |
14 | 0408335 | Physiological Psychology | Physiological Psychology | Mukhtar Othman | Al-Falah Library | 2013 |
15 | 0408214 | Introduction to Mental Health | Introduction to Mental Health | Mohammad Qasim Abdullah | Dar Al-Fikr | 2023 |
16 | 0408324 | Clinical Psychology | Clinical Psychology: Science, Practice, and Culture | Andrew M. Pomerantz, translated by Taysir Shwash and Ahmad Hashem | Dar Al-Fikr | 2018 |
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