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.
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
MSc in Counselling Psychology. All courses required.
48 CH total. Master Thesis is a 6-credit course over 2 semesters. One choice between PSY635 and PSY671.
A non-refundable application fee of AED 420 applies.
Graduates pursue careers in counselling, human resources, education, research and community services, or continue to postgraduate and professional training.
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).
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
AED 60,000/yr
Graduate applicants apply to Zayed University Graduate Admissions with transcripts and supporting documents, and pay the AED 420 application fee.