Master of Science in Counselling Psychology
About This Programme
A master's (48 credit hours) preparing mental-health professionals in counselling psychology, addressing demand for qualified counsellors in adult mental-health services in the UAE. Offered at Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Course Highlights
- Taught at Zayed University, ranked #588 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Programme courses
Required credit hours: 48. Course list as printed in the Zayed University Catalog 2025-2026, pages 131-132.
- PSY600 Cultural Competency, Ethics And students will be able to:
- PSY610 Psychological Disorders
- PSY620 Theories and Models of Psychotherapy
- PSY655 Advanced Research Methods
- PSY675 Addiction Preventions and
- PSY671 Advances in Positive Psychology
- PSY660 Motivational interviewing, Group and
- PSY690 chronic diseases
- PSY695 Counseling Internship II
Entry Requirements
A non-refundable application fee of AED 420 applies.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in counselling, human resources, education, research and community services, or continue to postgraduate and professional training.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Zayed University holds US institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and national accreditation from the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (2.5 for conditional admission).
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Psychology
Campus
Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 60,000/yr
Graduate applicants apply to Zayed University Graduate Admissions with transcripts and supporting documents, and pay the AED 420 application fee.