Psychology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 39
- Degree
- bachelor
The Psychology study plan at Qatar University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 39 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
First Year 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| PSYC201 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
Second Year 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC203 | Health Psychology | 3 |
| Major Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| PSYC206 | Introduction to Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC221 | Research Design and Statistics | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Major Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 |
Third Year 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC300 | Personality Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC301 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Core Curriculum Course Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 | |
| Major Elective Elective | 3 | |
| PSYC303 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC304 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 |
| Major Elective Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 |
Fourth Year 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC400 | Principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | 3 |
| PSYC401 | Psychological Helping Skills | 3 |
| PSYC403 | Psychophysiology | 3 |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 | |
| PSYC405 | Internship | 6 |
| PSYC406 | Capstone | 3 |
| Minor Course Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Course 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 Qatar University?
Psychology at Qatar University requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 39 courses.
How many years is Psychology at Qatar University?
The study plan for Psychology spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Psychology award?
Psychology at Qatar University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 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.