Department

Psychology

Introduction to Psychology

About the Department

The Department of Psychology applies psychological knowledge to problems arising in the private and public domains of human endeavour. Established in the 2005/2006 academic session at the University’s permanent site in Bokkos, the Department offers a four-year (eight-semester) B.Sc. Psychology programme delivered through a student-friendly, interactive learning approach with practical demonstrations. Our academic staff teach and research across clinical, organisational, health, forensic and social psychology as well as psychometrics — preparing graduates for postgraduate specialization and careers in health, education, industry, security and public service. The Department is led by Dr. Dauda Akwai Saleh.

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Semesters — B.Sc. Psychology

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Areas of Specialization

Program Summary

  • Study Level
    BSc. Psychology
  • Study Duration
    8 Semesters
  • Mode of study
    Blended Learning
  • Tuition per session
  • Established
    2005/2006 Session
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements — B.Sc. Psychology

UTME — 100 Level

At least five O’Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, and Biology or Health Science, plus two other subjects from the arts, commerce, social sciences or natural sciences — together with an acceptable UTME score.

UTME Subjects

English Language, Mathematics and Biology are compulsory UTME subjects, together with any other subject from the arts, social sciences or sciences.

Direct Entry — Three-Year Programme

Two A-Level passes from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics, or from Economics, Business Studies, Geography, English Literature, History or Religious Studies; a recognised National Diploma at Upper Credit or above; or nursing qualifications (SRP/NRN with Midwifery Certificate) plus five years’ professional experience — all with the O’Level requirements.

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Curriculum

Departmental Courses (Compulsory and Required)

The B.Sc. Psychology curriculum runs over eight semesters and combines compulsory and required psychology courses with general studies courses and electives. Expand each level below to see the full course list.

Semester

 

1st

2nd

S/N

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Unit

Credit Unit

1

PSY 110

Introduction to Statistical Methods in Psychology

2

 

2

PSY 111

Introduction to Psychology I

2

 

3

PSY 121

Introduction to Psychology II

 

2

4

PSY 112

History of Psychology

2

 

5

PSY 113

Quantitative Methods in Psychology 

2

 

6

PSY 123

Qualitative Methods in Psychology 

 

2

7

PSY 114

Learning Process I

2

 

8

PSY 124

Learning Process II

 

2

9

PSY 125

Introduction to Psychological Research

 

2

10

PSY 122

Determinants of Behaviour

 

2

11

PSY 115

Ethics in Psychology

2

 

12

GST 110

Communication in English

2

 

13

GST 120

Nigerian peoples and culture

 

2

14

PSY 126

Sports Psychology

 

2

Electives (Any One of These)

 

15

POL 112

Introduction to political science

3

 

16

ECO 112

Introduction to Economic theory and principles

2

 

17

BUS 112

Introduction to Business I

2

 

General Studies Courses (GST)

SEMESTER TOTALS:

 

16 (17)

14

TOTAL:

30 (31)

ELECTIVES: A student shall take at least one (1) elective from any of the faculty departments’ courses listed in the “electives” section above.

Careers

Career Prospects

While professional practice in Psychology requires postgraduate training in an area of specialization, a first degree in Psychology opens a wide range of career paths, including:

  • Teaching and research — universities, polytechnics and colleges of education
  • Clinical and counselling services — hospitals, psychiatric clinics and medical colleges
  • Administration and management — federal, state and local government and parastatals
  • Personnel and managerial roles in private industry and business organisations
  • Defence and security — Armed Forces, Police and intelligence organisations
  • Rehabilitation and correctional services
  • Organisational training and orientation programmes

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Our People

Dr. Dauda Akwai Saleh

Dr. Dauda Akwai Saleh

Head of Department

Dr Ismaila Yakubu

Dr Ismaila Yakubu

Lecturer — Health and Organisational Psychology

Ishaku Fwangshak Duguryil

Ishaku Fwangshak Duguryil

Lecturer — Psychometrics

Mrs — Clinical Psychology

Mrs — Clinical Psychology

Lecturer — Clinical Psychology

Ms. Gonten Wakdam Munporitgak

Ms. Gonten Wakdam Munporitgak

Lecturer — Forensic Psychology

Dr. Emmanuel Eche Ojih

Dr. Emmanuel Eche Ojih

Lecturer — Organisational Psychology

Mr. Lokrit Clement Gonap

Mr. Lokrit Clement Gonap

Lecturer — Social Psychology

Pam Henry Dung

Pam Henry Dung

Lecturer — Organizational Psychology

Dr. Jonah Zumlong Damilep

Dr. Jonah Zumlong Damilep

Lecturer — Clinical Psychology

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