Bachelor of Psychological Science (Management)

Graduates of this degree will acquire a thorough understanding of human behaviour and the skills necessary to address modern management challenges. They will adeptly apply psychological principles to management practices, allowing them to lead teams effectively and nurture a productive organisational environment.

Completing this program opens up various career opportunities, including positions such as management consultant, organisational development specialist, project manager, operations manager, team leader, business analyst, change management consultant, training and development manager, and leadership coach. Graduates will be prepared to meet the demands of the current business landscape and drive organisational success through the application of psychological insights and management strategies.

1. High School Academic Requirements

Admission requirements vary according to the high school curriculum completed by the applicant.

British GCE / A-Levels

• Advanced Entry (3-Year Track): Minimum of 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects with a grade D or higher, plus 3 A-Level subjects with grades CCD.
• Direct Entry (4-Year Track): Minimum of 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects with a grade D or higher, plus 2 AS-Level subjects or 1 A-Level subject with a grade D.

American High School Diploma

• Advanced Entry (3-Year Track): Minimum overall Grade C average (70% or 2.5/4.0) and an SAT score of 1,100.
• Direct Entry (4-Year Track): Minimum overall Grade C average (70% or 2.5/4.0). No SAT score is required.

CBSE / ICSE (India) Grade 12

• Advanced Entry (3-Year Track): Minimum positional grade score of 10.5.
• Direct Entry (4-Year Track): Minimum positional grade score of 7.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

• Advanced Entry (3-Year Track): Minimum overall score of 25 points.
• Direct Entry (4-Year Track): Minimum overall score of 21 points.

UAE / Arab Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama

• Advanced Entry (3-Year Track) is not available.
• Direct Entry (4-Year Track):
  • Elite/Advanced Track: Minimum 70%
  • General Track: Minimum 75%

2. English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency.

Advanced Entry (3-Year Track)

• IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 86, with minimum scores of 18 in Reading and Writing and 17 in Listening and Speaking.
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 62, with a minimum of 54 in all communicative skills.

Direct Entry (4-Year Track)

• IELTS Academic: Overall score of 5.0.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 40.
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 42.

3. Mathematics Competency

In accordance with UAE Ministry requirements for Social Science and Psychology programs, applicants may be required to achieve an EmSAT Mathematics score of 600 or provide an approved equivalent qualification.

4. UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) Equivalency Requirements

As UOWD degrees are accredited in the UAE and internationally recognized, applicants must complete the required document attestation procedures.

Students from Private Schools within the UAE

• Must obtain an official Certificate of Equivalency from the UAE Ministry of Education confirming successful completion of Grade 12.

Students from Schools Outside the UAE

• Academic certificates must be attested by:
  • The issuing Board of Education
  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country of issue
  • The UAE Embassy in the country of issue

5. Required Application Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents through the UOWD Admissions Portal:

• Certified copies of secondary school transcripts and Certificate of Completion.
• Official English language proficiency test results (IELTS Institution Code: AE109 / TOEFL Institution Code: 7907).
• A clear color copy of a valid passport.
• Emirates ID (for UAE residents only).

First Year – First Trimester

PSYC120 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC121 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
MGNT110 – Introduction to Management – 6 Credit Points

First Year – Second Trimester

PSYC122 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC123 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
BUS101 – Principles of Business – 6 Credit Points

First Year – Third Trimester

MGNT201 – Organisational Behaviour – 6 Credit Points

Second Year – First Trimester

PSYC231 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC234 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
MGNT206 – Managing Human Resources – 6 Credit Points

Second Year – Second Trimester

PSYC236 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC241 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
MGNT351 – Managing Diversity – 6 Credit Points

Second Year – Third Trimester

PSYC250 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC251 – Core Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points

Third Year – First Trimester

PSYC324 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC325 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
MGNT314 – Strategic Management – 6 Credit Points

Third Year – Second Trimester

PSYC326 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC327 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
Management Elective (300-Level) – 6 Credit Points

Third Year – Third Trimester

PSYC330 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC358 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points
PSYC361 – Advanced Psychology Subject – 6 Credit Points