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Doctorate in Psychology

2026-06-25

Admission Requirements

1- The program accepts applicants holding a master’s degree in arts, Department of Psychology, or its equivalent from local, regional, or international psychology departments and faculties.

2- Passing the written exam or personal interview conducted by the department for applicants to the program.

3- Fulfilling postgraduate requirements according to the regulations of the Supreme Council of Universities and the faculty’s postgraduate studies bylaws.

4- Approval by the department council held in July of each academic year.

5- The program determines the number of admitted students annually according to departmental decisions.


Target Group

Egyptians – International students

Program Duration

Minimum: 3 years — Maximum: 5 years

Application Period

From the beginning of August until the end of the second week after the start of classes

Credit Hours

50 hours


Program Advantages

• Preparing specialized researchers capable of producing original psychological research.

• Developing academic and professional competencies across various fields of psychology.

• Supporting scientific research related to Egyptian and Arab societal issues.

• Enhancing advanced measurement, evaluation, and statistical analysis skills.

• Employing modern technology in psychological research and practice.

• Building local and international academic and research partnerships.

• Achieving quality standards and academic accreditation in postgraduate studies.

• Preparing graduates competitive in academic and professional job markets, including:

• Academic and research sector (researchers, research centers, postdoctoral research).

• Clinical and counseling sector (mental health hospitals and clinics).

• Education development across various institutions and sectors.

• Training, development, human resources, and industrial/organizational psychology and mental health fields.


Skills Acquired by Graduates

• By the end of the PhD program, the graduate should be able to:

• Master the fundamentals of scientific research methodologies.

• Continuously expand knowledge in the field and related disciplines.

• Apply analytical and critical approaches to specialized knowledge.

• Integrate interdisciplinary knowledge and develop relationships between concepts.

• Identify problems and link them with modern psychological theories.

• Develop innovative solutions to professional and scientific problems.

• Utilize available resources efficiently and develop new ones.

• Develop new methods, tools, and approaches for professional practice.

• Use appropriate technological tools in professional practice.

• Communicate effectively and lead teams in various professional contexts.

• Make informed decisions based on available data.

• Engage in continuous self-development and knowledge transfer to others.


Contact Information

Email:
gehan.elsayed@art.asu.edu.eg

Program website:

https://arts.asu.edu.eg/ar/page/70





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