BS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY WITH COUNSELLING (BSCPC)
BS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY WITH COUNSELLING (BSCPC)
Introduction
The BS Clinical Psychology with Counselling program at Qarshi University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of clinical psychology with an emphasis on counselling. Our program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address social, emotional, mental, and behavioural disorders through prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Rooted in a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge and clinical experience, the curriculum is designed to prepare our students to become skilled professionals capable of meeting the growing demand for trained clinical psychologists. With the initiative to address the urgent need for mental health professionals nationwide, Qarshi University has introduced this unique program to provide students with world-class theoretical and clinical training.
By emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience, our BS Clinical Psychology with Counselling program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to the field of mental health and serve diverse populations effectively.
Distinctive Program Features
- Our BS Clinical Psychology program with a Minor in Counselling prepares graduates to excel in diverse roles within the mental health field, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and ethical awareness necessary for professional practice.
- BS in Clinical Psychology with Counselling integrates the fundamental principles of clinical psychology with specialized training in Counselling techniques. This holistic approach prepares students to address diverse mental health challenges effectively.
- Students gain comprehensive Counselling skills through experiential learning in a range of activities such as practicum placements, case studies, role-playing exercises, and simulated Counselling sessions. This hands-on approach allows students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings under supervision.
- The program offers workshops, seminars, and guest lectures by practicing psychologists and counselors. These opportunities enhance students’ professional development, networking, and exposure to current trends in the field.
- Community Engagement is an integral part of the program. Students are encouraged to engage with the local community through outreach programs, volunteer opportunities, and collaborative projects. This fosters a sense of social responsibility and prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society.
Program Objectives
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Clinical Psychology with Counselling program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and practical skills relevant to clinical practice to enhance their:
- Understanding of psychological principles related to clinical psychology, including cognitive, behavioral, developmental, and social psychology.
- Ability to perform assessment and diagnosis by applying different techniques and following diagnostic criteria for psychological disorders
- Ethical and professional standards in clinical practice, including confidentiality, informed consent, and cultural competence.
- Knowledge of the psychopathology, symptomatology, and course of various psychological disorders across the lifespan
- Clinical practicum experience by applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills in real-world settings through supervised clinical practicum experiences, internships, or field placements.
Career Prospects
The graduates of this program can serve as Clinical Psychologist, Rehabilitation Specialists, School Psychologist, Child/Adult Psychologist, Clinical Case managers & Counsellors. The leading employers of clinical psychologists include hospitals, psychiatric centers, educational institutions, sports organizations, forensic institutes, armed forces, police departments, prisons, non-governmental organizations, and industrial corporations, both nationally and internationally.
Teaching Pedagogy
- Employ an integrated teaching methodology that merges clinical psychology theories with Counselling techniques, ensuring students develop a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness of both fields.
- Engage in experiential learning emphasizing hands-on learning through practicum placements, case studies, and simulated Counselling sessions, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world therapeutic contexts.
- Encourage Interdisciplinary learning collaboration that brings together students from various academic disciplines within clinical psychology and Counselling. Through collaborative projects, group discussions, and interdisciplinary coursework students develop a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and mental health issues.
- Foster professional involvement through partnerships with Counselling centers and mental health organizations, offering students supervised clinical experiences and exposure to real-world professional practice in clinical psychology and Counselling settings.
Eligibility Criteria
45% marks in FA/F.Sc/A-level or equivalent
Program Structure
The degree requires a minimum of 132 credit hours of course work including a thesis of minimum 03 credit hours and an internship of 03 credit hours.
Scheme of Study
| Program Duration | 04 Years |
| Semester Duration | 16 weeks + 02 weeks for examination |
| Course Load | 15-18 credit hours (per semester)
A student can be enrolled for one course beyond the maximum limit, if: 1) If his/her CGPA is above 3.5 2) The student needs the course to graduate within maximum duration. |
| Attendance | 90 % |
| Total Credit Hours | 132 |
BSCPC- Model Roadmap
| Code | Course Title | Cr. Hrs. |
| Semester 1 | ||
| HSS101 | Functional English | 3-0-0 |
| MTH208 | Quantitative Reasoning 1- Probability and Statistics | 3-0-0 |
| HSS103 | Islamic Studies | 2-0-0 |
| CCL100 | Applications of ICT | 2-1-0 |
| PAD 101 | Introduction to Public Administration | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 17 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HSS108 | Expository Writing | 3-0-0 |
| CCS207 | Quantitative Reasoning 2- Introduction to Data Science | 3-0-0 |
| HSS104 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2-0-0 |
| HSS108 | Civics & Community Engagement | 2-0-0 |
| SCW 101 | Introduction to Social Work | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 102 | Schools and Perspectives in Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 16 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| HSS109 | Social Sciences Elective: Principles of Economics | 2-0-0 |
| PHY100 | Natural Science Elective: Physics | 2-1-0 |
| PHL 101 | Arts and Humanities Elective: Introduction to Philosophy | 2-0-0 |
| MGT201 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology | 2-0-0 |
| PSY 203 | Social Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| IRR 201 | International Relations | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| PSY 204 | Developmental Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 205 | Child Psychopathology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 206 | Cognitive Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| STA 301 | Research Methods | 3-0-0 |
| MGT 101 | Principles of Management | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 15 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| PSY 308 | Adult Psychopathology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 309 | Neuropsychology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 310 | Psychological Assessment I | 2-1-3 |
| PSY 311 | Theories of Personality | 3-0-0 |
| CPP 301 | Fundamentals of Counselling Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 15 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| PSY 312 | Clinical Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 313 | Psychological Assessment II | 2-1-3 |
| STA 302 | Qualitative Research Methods | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 315 | Therapeutic Interventions I | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 316 | Ethics and Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| CPP 302 | Counselling in Educational Settings | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 18 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| INT 401 | Internship | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 417 | Cross-Cultural Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 418 | Therapeutic Interventions II | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 419 | Clinical Case Reports I | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 420 | Psychopharmacology | 3-0-0 |
| CPP 403 | Career Counselling | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 18 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| PSY 421 | Health Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 425 | Organizational Psychology | 3-0-0 |
| PRJ 401 | Final Year Experiential Project (FYEP) | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 422 | Clinical Case Reports II | 3-0-0 |
| PSY 423 | Trauma and Crisis Intervention | 3-0-0 |
| CPP 404 | Family and Relationship Counselling | 3-0-0 |
| Total Cr. Hrs. | 18 | |
| Total | 132 |
List of Domain Courses
| Domain | Cr. Hrs* |
| General Education | 30 |
| Disciplinary Major | 72 |
| Disciplinary Minor | 12 |
| Interdisciplinary | 12 |
| Field Experience | 3 |
| Final Year Project | 3 |
| TOTAL | 132 |
Specialization / Elective Courses List
| Psychology | |
| Peace Psychology | PSY207 |
| Abnormal Psychology | PSY314 |
| Forensic | PSY424 |
| Brain, Biochemistry & Behavior | PSY426 |
| Introduction to Psychological Intervention | PSY427 |
| Applied areas of Psychology | PSY428 |
| Political Psychology | PSY429 |
| Drug Addiction | PSY430 |
| Psycho Traumatology | PSY431 |
| Lifespan Development | PSY432 |
| Ecological Psychology | PSY433 |
| Sports Psychology | PSY434 |
| Professional Ethics | PSY435 |
| Educational Psychology | PSY436 |
| Neuro-Rehabilitation | PSY437 |
| Psycho Traumatology | PSY438 |
| Positive Psychology | PSY439 |
| Psychology of Aging | PSY440 |
| Community Psychology | PSY441 |
| Psychopharmacology | PSY442 |
| Psychotherapies | PSY443 |
| Experimental Psychology | PSY444 |
| Culture and Clinical Psychology | PSY445 |
| Counselling | |
| Advanced Counselling Skills and Techniques | CPP405 |
| Professional and Ethical Issues in Counseling Psychology | CPP406 |
| Child Counselling | CPP407 |
| Adult Counselling | CPP408 |
| Health Counselling | CPP409 |
| Relationship Counselling | CPP410 |
Disclaimer:
- The minimum credit hour requirement for the award of this degree program as per HEC policy is 132 credit hours.
- This is the model roadmap and is subject to change at the discretion of the department.
- Tools/software/programming languages are subject to change at the discretion of the department.