Bachelor Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

About

The Bachelor Program in Psychology spans a three-year duration and is offered by the Department of Psychology and Education within the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences. The program's objective is to equip students with comprehensive knowledge, skills, and practical experience across various domains of Psychology, encompassing human development, social and cognitive psychology, abnormal and clinical psychology, as well as personality and psychological testing in a research-oriented approach. Taught in English, the program boasts an outstanding teaching faculty comprising accomplished academicians who not only serve as educators but also share their insights from their professional experiences as licensed psychologists.

Admission Requirements

a. All students shall be accepted according to the criteria determined by the Law on Higher Education, bylaws and additional University Criteria.

b. Admission to the study program is possible for any candidate who has successfully completed the Secondary Education and meets the average grade criterion set annually by the Council of Ministers decision in accordance with Article 74 of Law no. 80/2015 on 'Higher Education'.

c. Foreign students are obliged to follow diploma recognition and equivalency procedures as per bylaws.

d. The enrolment application shall be submitted at the Student Affairs Office during the terms determined by the Ministry.

Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of the program, students shall be able to:

• State in-depth knowledge to understand and explain human behaviour, thoughts and feelings.
• Discuss familiarity and difference with empirical findings of various psychological phenomena.
• Explain a good knowledge of multiple psychological theories that study human personality, highlighting the contributions and limitations of each.
• Identify knowledge about man's physical, emotional, mental and personality changes at every stage of his life.
• Use the acquired knowledge about learning, memory, thinking, judgment and problem-solving principles.
• Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of psychology studies and writings.
• Employ a good understanding and distinguish between psychological disorders, their diagnoses and treatments.
• Analyse and present individually and in groups a solid knowledge base regarding the role that heredity and environment play in changes in physical, intellectual and social behaviour throughout life.

Skills Outcomes:

• Broad and in-depth understanding of human behavior and mental processes.
• Knowledge and application of basic research methods in Psychology, preparation of study plans, analysis and interpretation of empirical data.
• Application of critical, analytical and creative thinking to problems related to human behavior and mind.
• Insight into personal behavior as well as that of others as well as the design of strategies for self-improvement.
• Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Communicating efficiently using information technology.
• Ability to form and work in a group, as well as to welcome and manage change.
• Formation of numerical and quantitative skills used in data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation.
• Good management of their time with appropriate planning, behavior and motivation using their own initiative.

Graduation Requirements

In order to Graduate from First Cycle Program (Bachelor), student must:

• Acquire 180 ECTS
• Have GPA 2.0/4.0 (50/100) in whole academic years

Diploma issuing:

• Fill out the GRADUATION FORM
• Have clearance from Library, IT, and Finance office
• Must return the SIGNED FORM (signed by Advisor, Chair of Program and Dean of the Faculty) to Record Office
• The DIPLOMA signed by the Dean and the RECTOR, defined in Article 5, will be issued, and SEALED

Occupational Opportunities

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Psychology program possess interdisciplinary skills and knowledge that enable them to pursue various career opportunities. Graduates can find employment as human resource specialists, educators, public administrators, or researchers. To practice as psychologists under the supervision of the Institution of the Order of Psychologists in Albania, individuals are required to complete a Master of Science program and undergo the necessary practice and examination procedures.

Access to Further Studies

All undergraduates can pursue further studies at the Master's level in various specializations of Psychology. Some have opted for the Master of Science in Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Psychotherapy, etc.

Degree Program for the Local Three Years Bachelor Program in “Psychology”

Elective Courses at Department /Faculty Level

Elective Courses at the University Level

Contact Person

For further information, please contact:

Besmira Lahi
Email: [email protected]