Program Overview

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University Programs

The American University in Dubai offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, all of which have been formally accredited by regional and global independent bodies.

Undergraduate Programs

• Architecture (B.Arch.)
• Biology (B.S.)
• Business Administration (B.B.A.)
• Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.)
• Communication and Information Studies (B.C.I.S.)
• Computer Engineering (B.S.Comp.E.)
• Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)
• Game Design and Development (B.S.)
• International Studies (B.A.I.S.)
• Interior Design (B.F.A.)
• Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)
• MMU International Progression Path
• Psychology (B.A.)
• Visual Communication (B.F.A.)

Pre-University Programs

• Summer Camp

Graduate Programs

• Artificial Intelligence (M.S.)
• Business Administration (M.B.A.)
• Construction Management (M.S.C.M.)
• Education (M.Ed.)
• Innovation Management (M.S.)
• International Affairs (M.A.)
• Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media (M.A.)
• Urban Design and Digital Environments (M.U.D.D.E.)

Professional and Certificate Programs

• Center for Executive Programs and Professional Services (CEPPS)
• The English Bridge Program (Center For English Proficiency)
• Certificate Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (B.A. in Psy.)

Psychology at AUD enables students to better understand human behavior and mental processes, preparing them for graduate studies or employment in a broad range of fields.

Program Overview

Psychology provides a framework for understanding and managing mental health, organizational success, and society’s wellbeing and happiness. At AUD, we are committed to an education that enhances students’ critical thinking, their understanding of complex behaviors and relations, and their skills in promoting healthy workforces, corporate cultures, and communities.

Program Details

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology program at AUD delivers a broad understanding of psychology and its related fields, while exposing students to more specialist areas like social and personality psychology, clinical psychology, consumer and organizational psychology as well as the psychology of advertising.

Facilities

Located on the main campus of AUD, the School of Arts & Sciences is conveniently positioned in the center of campus, within the cafeteria and food court buildings, and housing a gym, library, and many other facilities.

Admissions Entry

All applying students must have:

• A high school/secondary school certificate or equivalent from an institution accredited by the Ministry of Education in the U.A.E. or by the relevant national or regional institutional accrediting body
• International TOEFL or Academic IELTS or the equivalent score on another internationally-recognized English exam
• The University administers the ACCUPLACER Exam (Math) to place students at the appropriate mathematics level

Career

Psychology graduates go on to pursue further study in specialized areas of psychology (such as Clinical Psychology). They also pursue careers in:

• Healthcare
• Business
• Human Resources
• Organizational & Personnel Development
• Marketing & Market Research
• Education
• Media
• Governmental Institutions
• Sports
• Forensic Departments / Law

Faculty

• Chair of the Department of Psychology and Assistant Professor of Psychology: Prince Kouamelan Kouassi
• Assistant Professor of Psychology: Maha Ben Salem

Schools and Departments

• School of Architecture, Art & Design
  • Department of Architecture
    • Bachelor of Architecture
    • Master of Urban Design and Digital Environments
    • Minor in Architecture
    • Autodesk Certified Professional
  • Department of Interior Design
    • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
    • Minor in Interior Design
    • Accreditation and Associations
  • Department of Visual Communication
    • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication
    • Minor in Visual Communication
    • Visual Communication News
• School of Arts & Sciences
  • Department of International and Middle Eastern Studies
    • Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (B.A.I.S.)
    • Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA)
    • Certificate in Middle Eastern Studies
    • MAIA Latest News
  • Department of Psychology
    • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (B. A. in Psy.)
  • Department of Biological and Physical Sciences
    • Bachelor of Science in Biology
    • Laboratory Facilities
    • Biology Latest News
  • Pre-Medical Studies (Pre-Med)
  • Center for English Proficiency
  • Arts & Sciences Core
  • School of Arts & Sciences Minors
  • School News
• School of Business
  • Programs
    • Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
    • MMU International Progression Path
    • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
    • Master of Science in Innovation Management
    • AUD / CIMA Agreement
    • IAA Certificate in Marketing Communications
  • Department of Finance, Economics, and Accounting
  • Department of Management and Marketing
  • Department of Decision Sciences and General Business
  • SB Newsletters
  • Facilities
    • AUD - IBM Center of Excellence for Smarter Logistics
    • EMBA Building
• Mohammed Bin Rashid School for Communication
  • Bachelor of Communication and Information Studies
  • Master of Arts In Leadership and Innovation in Contemporary Media
  • Facilities
• Graduate School of Education
  • Master of Education
  • Newsletters
• School of Engineering
  • Department of Civil Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
    • Master of Science in Construction Management
    • Minor in Environmental Engineering
    • Minor in Structural Engineering
  • Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
    • Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
    • Minor in Computer Science
  • Department of Mechanical Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
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Certificate Programs

• AUD / CIMA Agreement
• Autodesk Certified Professional
• Certificate in Middle Eastern Studies
• IAA Certificate in Marketing Communications
• Intensive English Language Program

Admissions

Student Recruitment and Admissions

By understanding your educational goals, we provide you with the personalized guidance and the freedom to choose the academic path that’s right for you.

Admission Requirements

• Undergraduate
  • Requirements & Program Leaflet
  • Transfer Students
  • Forms
  • Undergraduate Catalog
• Graduate
  • Requirements & Program Leaflet
  • Selection Criteria
  • Transfer Students
  • Forms
  • Graduate Catalog
• Certificate Program Requirements
• Visiting/Incoming Study Abroad Applications

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• Course Schedule & Registration Deadlines
• Placement Exams
• Scholarships
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• Tuition & Fees

Academics

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• Research at AUD

Schools and Departments

• School of Business
• School of Engineering
• Mohammed Bin Rashid School for Communication (MBRSC)
• School of Arts & Sciences
• School of Architecture, Art & Design
• Graduate School of Education

Library

• Faculty Resources
• Registrar Resources
• AUD Centers
• ASPI Partners
• Faculty Directory
• Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)

Students

Student Life

It is our belief that your university life extends beyond your studies; and takes you outside the confines of the classroom.

AUD Campus

• Clubs & Societies
• AUD Counseling Services
• Student Accommodation
• Study Abroad & Exchange
• Athletics Division
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• Central Services
• Communications
• Finance
• Health Center
• Human Resources
• Institutional Effectiveness
• Outreach and Career Development
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• Staff Resources
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