Program Overview
The BS Applied Psychology program provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to understand human behavior and mental processes. It emphasizes the application of psychology in addressing emotional, cognitive, and social challenges, preparing graduates to contribute to individual and community well-being.
About Program
Students in this program study key areas such as developmental psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, and research methods. Guided by qualified faculty, they gain hands-on experience through projects, case studies, and practical training, ensuring they can apply psychological principles to real-world issues effectively.
The BSAP program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, prepares graduates for careers in clinical practice, education, research, and social services. It promotes ethical responsibility, critical thinking, and the integration of Islamic values, equipping students to provide meaningful solutions for the welfare of humanity.
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Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I–II)
SEMESTER - 1 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSYFE-1101 | Functional English | 3 G |
PSY-1102 | Introduction to Psychology | 3M |
PSY-1103 | Schools & Perspectives in Psychology | 3M |
PSYB-1104 | Biology | 3G (2-1) |
PSYC-1105 | Applications of Information & Communicative Technologies | 3G (2-1) |
PSYQ-1106 | Quantitative Reasoning-I | 3 G |
SEMESTER - 2 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSYEW-1201 | Expository Writing | 2 G |
UR-220 | Pakistan Studies | 2 G |
PSYQ-1202 | Quantitative Reasoning-II | 3 G |
PSY-1203 | Practical and Experiments in Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-1204 | Theories of Personality | 3 M |
PSY-1205 | Introduction to Applied Areas in Psychology | 3 M |
UR-323 | Understanding to Quran I | 2 G |
Year 2 (Sem III–IV)
SEMESTER - 3 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSY-2101 | Ethics in Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-2102 | Organizational Behavior | 3 M |
PSY-2103 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-2104 | Developmental Psychology | 3 M |
UR-324 | Understanding to Quran II | 2 G |
LANG-2105 | Arabic Language | 2 G |
ICP-2106 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2 G |
SEMESTER - 4 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
APE-2201 | Entrepreneurship | 2 G |
PSY-2202 | Psychological Testing | 3 M |
PSY-2203 | Psychopathology-I | 3 M |
PSY-2204 | Psychology of Gender | 3 M |
PSY-2205 | Health Psychology | 3 M |
PHIL-2206 | Introduction to Philosophy | 2 G |
CCE-2207 | Civics & Community Engagement | 2 G |
Year 3 (Sem V–VI)
SEMESTER - 5 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSY-3101 | Research Methods-I | 3 M |
PSY-3102 | Application of Statistics in Psychology | 3 M |
UR-110 | Islamic Studies | 2 G |
PSY-3103 | Psychopathology-II | 3 M |
DA-3104 | Data Analysis | 3 (2-1) |
PSY-3105 | Sport Psychology | GA3 M |
SEMESTER - 6 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSY-3201 | Psychological Assessment-II | 3 M |
PSY-3202 | Clinical Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-3203 | Counselling Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-3204 | Neuropsychology | 3 M |
UR-460 | Family In 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects | 2 G |
AWRM-3205 | Academic Writing & Research Methods-II | 3(2-1) GA |
Year 4 (Sem VII–VIII)
SEMESTER - 7 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSY-4102 | Internship | 3 |
PSY-4103 | Forensic Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-4104 | Islamic Perspectives in Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-4105 | Cross Cultural Psychology | 3 M |
PSY-4106 | Peace and Conflict Management | 3 GA |
IES-4107 | Introduction to Environmental Studies | 3 GA |
SEMESTER - 8 | ||
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Code | Course Title | Credit |
PSY-4201 | Research Project | 3 |
PSY-4202 | Psychological Intervention in Disaster Management | 3M |
PSY-4203 | Educational Psychology | 3M |
PSY-4204 | Social Psychology | 3M |
PSY-4205 | Positive Psychology | 3M |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- Intermediate Certificate (FA/FSc/I.Com/A-Level) with at least 45% marks or 2nd Division, approved by the relevant board.
Related Programs
BS Applied Psychology (BSAP)
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk