العربية Master of Clinical Psychology
The Master’s Program in Clinical Psychology is a response to the growing and urgent need within society for specialized mental health services. The program contributes to the preparation of a distinguished cohort of clinically qualified specialists who are academically and practically equipped, and committed to the highest professional and ethical standards. It reflects academic excellence, scientific rigor, and social responsibility, combining advanced psychological and therapeutic theories with intensive clinical training. This provides students with a unique opportunity to develop the knowledge and practical competencies necessary for effective clinical practice.
The program has been carefully designed to cover diverse aspects of clinical psychology, including assessment and diagnosis, evidence-based interventions, psychological research, and professional ethics. It also offers students the opportunity to undergo supervised clinical training under the guidance of experienced specialists.
This program is grounded in a profound humanitarian mission: to promote empathy, resilience, and mental well-being among individuals, families, and communities. It emphasizes that mental healthcare is not merely a profession, but a calling for service, healing, and empowerment. The program aims to prepare specialized professionals in clinical psychology while fostering continuous learning aligned with modern advancements in the field, contributing to improved mental health and quality of life in collaboration with relevant healthcare sectors.
A new program was launched in the academic year 2026–2027 (1447–1448 AH).
The program aims to prepare scientifically and professionally qualified clinical psychologists through a distinguished academic staff, well-equipped infrastructure, and effective partnerships with mental health and psychiatric service providers. It seeks to meet the needs of the local and regional labor market while advancing research methodologies and approaches in the field.
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To prepare scientifically qualified clinical psychologists by delivering advanced theoretical and practical education that covers the latest theories and therapeutic approaches in clinical psychology, including diagnosis, behavioral and cognitive interventions, and psychodynamic therapy.
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To develop students’ research competencies, enabling them to conduct studies in the field of clinical psychology that contribute to evidence-based practice.
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To empower students to apply their theoretical knowledge in real clinical settings under the supervision of qualified specialists, while establishing multiple partnerships to ensure the acquisition of practical skills necessary for effective work across various health and psychological institutions, and to promote teamwork.
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To instill principles of professional ethics and social responsibility, and to train students in addressing complex ethical issues with professionalism and sensitivity.
A. Knowledge and Understanding:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- A1: Review the major scientific models and theories in clinical psychology (psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, and biopsychosocial) and understand their historical development.
B. Intellectual Skills:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- B1: Analyze complex clinical information derived from diagnostic interviews and psychological test results.
- B2: Integrate theoretical knowledge with principles of therapeutic intervention to design comprehensive, strategic, and individualized treatment plans that are sensitive to the cultural and social background of each case.
C. Professional and Practical Skills:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- C1: Conduct clinical interviews and administer psychological tests and assessments efficiently.
- C2: Apply clinical psychotherapy approaches (cognitive-analytic, Gestalt, behavioral, dialectical, and existential) professionally in individual and group sessions to address psychological disorders.
- C3: Prepare diagnostic psychological reports and document treatment progress in accordance with professional standards and strict confidentiality requirements.
D. General Skills:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- D1: Communicate effectively and clearly with patients, their families, and multidisciplinary teams using culturally and socially appropriate communication methods.
- D2: Engage in continuous self-directed learning and independently develop professional skills by keeping up with the latest research in the field.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be characterized by:
- A strong theoretical grounding in the major models of clinical psychology, with the ability to conduct clinical diagnosis and assessment of psychological disorders.
- Distinguished academic research capabilities, demonstrated through advanced research skills and their application in the field of clinical psychology.
- The ability to conduct structured clinical interviews, perform comprehensive assessments, and effectively utilize psychological measurement tools.
- Proficiency in applying evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches.
- Advanced critical analysis skills for complex cases, along with the ability to design strategic and individualized treatment plans tailored to each case.
- Commitment to professional and ethical standards, with the ability to build strong therapeutic relationships with patients and professional peers.
- Effective communication skills with patients and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Successful completion of all courses in the study plan.
- Successful defense of the Master’s thesis.
- Submission of the required bound copies of the research thesis.
- Passing the English language proficiency examination.
- Completion of all degree approval procedures by the Graduate Studies Committee, the Graduate Council, and the University Council.
- Foundations of Clinical Psychology (history, models, and theoretical approaches)
- Psychopathology and Mental Disorders (classification, etiology, and symptomatology)
- Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis (clinical interviews, psychometric testing, and case formulation)
- Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Approaches (CBT, psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, DBT, Gestalt, and integrative models)
- Clinical Neuroscience and Biopsychology (brain–behavior relationships and neurobiological bases of mental disorders)
- Developmental and Lifespan Psychology (child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric mental health)
- Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine (interaction between psychological factors and physical health)
- Substance Use and Addiction Studies (assessment and treatment of addiction disorders)
- Research Methods and Statistics in Clinical Psychology (quantitative, qualitative, and evidence-based practice)
- Professional Ethics and Legal Issues (ethical standards, confidentiality, and clinical responsibility)
- Cultural and Social Psychology in Clinical Practice (culturally sensitive care and community mental health)
- Clinical Training and Supervised Practice (internships, case supervision, and applied clinical skills)
- Crisis Intervention and Trauma Psychology (emergency response, PTSD, and psychological first aid)
- Rehabilitation and Community Mental Health (recovery-oriented care and social reintegration)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Healthcare (teamwork with medical and allied health professionals)
- Clinical Psychologist: In hospitals, mental health clinics, private practices, rehabilitation centers, and addiction treatment centers.
- Psychological Counselor: In educational institutions and various community organizations working in mental health (Social Services Authorities, Community Development Authorities, women and child protection centers, etc.).
- School Psychologist: In public and private schools, as well as universities, colleges, and institutes.
- Workplace Mental Health Consultant: In large companies and human resources departments.
- Mental Health Consultant: In non-governmental organizations (NGOs), international organizations, and care centers (such as elderly care centers, orphan care centers, and correctional and rehabilitation facilities).
- Child and Adolescent Psychologist: In specialized clinics and hospitals.
- Researcher or Academic: In universities, research institutions, and governmental entities.