Psychology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 135
- Levels
- 3
- Courses
- 62
- Degree
- bachelor
The Psychology study plan at Kuwait University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 135 credit hours across 62 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
General Culture Program (Compulsory) 24 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB 101 | Language Communication Skills (Arabic) | 3 |
| LIS 131 | Information Skills & Scientific Research | 3 |
| HIST 100 | Modern & Contemporary History of Kuwait | 3 |
| ARAB 102 | Aesthetics of Arabic Literature | 3 |
| HIST 102 | History of Arab-Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| ENGL 141 | English Language | 3 |
| ENGL 142 | English Language | 3 |
| STAT 104 | Statistics for Humanities & Arts | 3 |
Major Compulsory 51 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 200 | Research Methods in Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 201 | Experimental Psychology I | 3 |
| PSYC 205 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 206 | Physiological Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 208 | Developmental Psychology I | 3 |
| PSYC 300 | Measurement of Intelligence & Abilities | 3 |
| PSYC 301 | Psychological Texts in English | 3 |
| PSYC 316 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 325 | Psychology of Personality | 3 |
| PSYC 327 | Psychopathology | 3 |
| PSYC 330 | Personality Assessment | 3 |
| PSYC 335 | Inferential Statistics in Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 400 | Industrial Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 416 | Counseling Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 417 | Clinical Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 420 | Field Training | 3 |
Electives 111 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SCI 100 | Art Appreciation Elective | 3 |
| ARAB 100 | Culture & Literature in Kuwait Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 102 | Introduction to Logic Elective | 3 |
| ARAB 104 | Aesthetics of Quranic Style Elective | 3 |
| GEOG 109 | Geographic Analysis of Cosmic Signs Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 120 | Creative Critical Thinking Elective | 3 |
| POLS 105 | Women & Politics: Comparative Elective | 3 |
| POLS 106 | Contemporary International Relations Elective | 3 |
| GEOG 108 | Cultural Geography Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 130 | Psychology of Women Elective | 3 |
| SOC 206 | Socio-Cultural Anthropology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 216 | Cross-Cultural Psychology Elective | 3 |
| CHEM 100 | Chemistry and Life + Lab Elective | 3 |
| GEOG 105 | Planet Earth + Lab Elective | 3 |
| BIOL 111 | Introduction to Biology + Lab Elective | 3 |
| BIOL 112 | Human Biology + Lab Elective | 3 |
| PHYS 144 | Energy Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 110 | Biological Psychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 203 | Psychology of Learning Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 214 | Motivation and Emotion Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 217 | History of Psychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 307 | Group Dynamics Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 320 | Experimental Psychology II Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 333 | Behavior and Drugs Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 355 | Developmental Psychology II Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 408 | Theories of Personality Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 423 | Cognitive Neuropsychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 215 | Psychology of Stress Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 305 | Psychology of Special Needs Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 306 | Forensic Psychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 309 | Psychology of Family Relations Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 404 | Vocational Guidance Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 406 | Organizational Psychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 415 | Environmental Psychology Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 418 | Psychotherapy Methods Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 419 | Childhood Psychological Disorders Elective | 3 |
| PSYC 424 | Seminar Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Psychology
How many credit hours is Psychology at Kuwait University?
Psychology at Kuwait University requires completing 135 credit hours to graduate, spread across 62 courses.
How many years is Psychology at Kuwait University?
The study plan for Psychology spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Psychology award?
Psychology at Kuwait University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 135 credit hours.
Is Psychology offered at other universities?
Yes, Psychology is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.