Bachelor of Science in Psychology

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Overview

This program not only focuses on the problems and difficulties people encounter the world over, but also on their health, hopes, opportunities, aspirations, and fulfillment of goals. Our mission at USIU-Africa is to produce graduates who are responsible, in touch with the human aspect and visionary contributors to the discovery, dissemination, and application of psychological knowledge. As a graduate, you will acquire the skill to apply principles of behavior to human concerns and values in the world community and at the same time be proficient to pursue various career options in the businesses and human services.

Program Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Articulate the major concepts, theories, empirical findings, ethical standards and historical trends in psychology.
  2. Conduct research in a variety of settings.
  3. Demonstrate creative and critical thinking approach to psychological issues in diverse settings.
  4. Communicate in multicultural settings.
  5. Use psychological knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to aid in interventions.

Contact us

United States International University – Africa Off USIU Road, Off Thika Road (Exit 7), P. O. Box 14634 – 00800, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa.

Career Opportunities

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Counselling Psychologist
  • Educational/School Psychologist
  • Forensic Psychologist
  • Neuropsychologist
  • Health Psychologist
  • Sports Psychologist
  • Industrial/Organizational Psychologist

Admission Requirements

Admission to undergraduate degree programs are based on academic achievement at the secondary level. All applicants are expected to satisfy procedures and criteria for admission to USIU-Africa, and to submit acceptable original documents which verify that they have satisfactorily completed, and met all admission requirements.

Applicants for admissions into the undergraduate degree programs are subject to selective screening based on academic achievement at the secondary level.

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