PhD Psychology
Introduction of program
PhD Psychology at FURC is a full-time research degree programme intended to hone students research skills to highest level so that they are well versed with the current and reigning research skills in their fields of study. Our ultimate goal is to transform our scholars into expert researchers capable of producing research of highest quality where they can break new grounds and publish their works at international forums. This is coupled with our aim to provide them intensive exposure to in-depth understanding of the major frameworks and theories in their respective disciplines. This combination, in our view, is the ideal blend to produce graduates of international standard who are capable of competing at any level with promise of success.
Objectives
The main objectives is to produce competent researchers and trained psychologist who can benefit society in different ways. The scholars are trained in the core theoretical, practical and research related areas of Psychology which enables scholars to practice Psychology in a more scientific fashion.
Scope of program
Psychology is influential in almost every walk of life. Its applications are found in hospitals, educational institutions, industries, humanitarian agencies, rehabilitation centers etc. After completion of PhD Degree there is a wide range of professions available out of which most preferred ones are joining Universities, Hospitals. NGO’s and Armed Forces of Country or some other Government Organization that use the services of Psychologists to test aptitude and mental condition of candidates while making recruitments
Prerequisites for admission
Admission criteria is rigorously designed according to rules of HEC, Pakistan.
- Basic prerequisite qualification is MS/ Mphil Psychology. Clinical Or Applied from HEC recognized universities of Pakistan or from and foreign university with minimum 3.00 CGPA
- Candidate must have passed GRE Subject/GAT subject
- Candidate must have passed university entrance test
- Candidate must submit research synopsis at the time of university entrance test
- Interview will be based primarily on synopsis submitted by candidate
- Final merit will be formulated depending upon academic qualification, GRE subject score, University entrance test score, interview, research publications and professional experience.
Degree Requirements
- One year residency in which a student has to complete 18 credit hours course work comprising of four subjects (two courses per semester) offered by the department.
- After course work a student has to defend his/her synopsis/Research plan in front of a committee (organized by the university) and external examiner in the relevant field.
- The required coursework, comprehensive exam, and defense of synopsis/research proposals should be completed within the 1st six semesters of the registration into a PhD program.
- On completion of his/her thesis the submitted copies of thesis will be sent to two foreign evaluators of relevant field for their independent assessment on the work done by the student.
- The plagiarism test must be conducted on the dissertation before its submission to the two foreign experts
- Students after receiving positive review by two foreign experts/examiners will defend his / her thesis at a public defense presided over by the two local examiners (Director, supervisor & local examiner).
- Acceptance/publication of at least one research paper in an HEC approved “x” category journal is a requirement for the award of PhD degree.
Note. In addition to above mentioned Degree requirements, any update or change in HEC PhD Policy will also be applicable.
Duration of program
The duration of PhD program is 3-8years. The course work for PhD program comprises of total18 credit hours. Each student has to complete 18 credit hours in first two semesters.
Assessments Tools
Assessment of the students for each course (other than dissertation) in the PhD Program will be carried out according to the following formula:
|
Assessment |
Marks |
|
Mid Term Exams |
20% |
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Final Term Exams |
50% |
|
Sessional Marks (Assignments, Quizzes, Presentations , Attendance) |
30% |
|
Total |
100 |
Scheme of Studies
Semester-1
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New course codes |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
|
PSY8018 |
Clinical Psychology and its Application |
3 |
|
PSY8209 |
Advance Research Methods |
3 |
|
PSY8805 |
Data Analysis using SPSS/ AMOS/Mplus/Nvivo |
3 |
|
PSY8019 |
Emerging Trends in Counseling Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8504 |
Psychology of Life Span Development |
3 |
|
PSY8127 |
Psychology of Attitude and Opinion |
3 |
|
PSY8128 |
Emerging Trends in Gender Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8129 |
Cross Cultural Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8130 |
Theories in Cognitive Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8131 |
Criminal and Forensic Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8403 |
Occupational Health Psychology |
3 |
Note: A scholar will be offered 3 courses of 3 credit hours each making a total of 9 credit hours in the first semester
Semester-2
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New course codes |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
|
PSY8210 |
Critical Review of Published Research |
3 |
|
PSY8603 |
Ethical & Legal Considerations in Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8132 |
Advanced Seminars in Theories of Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8704 |
Psychometrics |
3 |
|
PSY8133 |
Social Psychology and its Application |
3 |
|
PSY8303 |
Psychology of Self |
3 |
|
PSY8134 |
Applications in Positive Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8135 |
Community Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8020 |
Psychology of Special Education |
3 |
|
PSY8136 |
Rehabilitation Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8137 |
Challenges in Environmental Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8021 |
Disaster and Trauma Management |
3 |
|
PSY8138 |
Peace Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8139 |
Family Psychology |
3 |
|
PSY8140 |
Psychology of Aging |
3 |
Note: A scholar will be offered 3 courses of 3credit hours each making a total of 9 credit hours in the second semester
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New course code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
|
PSY9211 |
Dissertation |
18 |