Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology started in 2007. The first program offered at the Master’s level, (MSc) 2-years (4 semesters) in August 2007 for which nearly 15 students were registered. After 6 months the department offered a Bachelor's in Psychology BS (Hons), 4-years (8 semesters) program for which nearly 6 students were registered. With the keen interest of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Syed Sakhawat Shah, Dean of Social Sciences Prof. Dr. Saeed Anwer and Dr. Farhana Kazmi Chairperson Department of Psychology initiated the MPhil program in 2008 with 5 students, which gradually increased in subsequent semesters to 12 students.
The Department of Psychology started the PhD Psychology Program in 2012, and produced the first PhD scholar in 2017 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Farhana Kazmi.

The Department of Psychology envisions fostering a comprehensive understanding of human behavior within biological, psychological, social, and cultural contexts through education and research. Our program is dedicated to cultivating ethical and pragmatic Behavioral Scientists who effectively address the diverse needs of individuals and Pakistani society.

The Department of Psychology is committed to offering experiential academic learning, empowering students to maximize their potential in the field while fostering civic responsibility. Our mission is to enhance mental health and overall quality of life within the community.

 

It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all students, faculty, researchers, and visitors to the Department of Psychology. Our department is committed to fostering academic excellence, scientific research, and community service through the discipline of psychology. The department has successfully organized three international conferences in collabation of HEC and number of workshops on Mental Health and related issues. The Department has signed MOUs with organizations including Dadar General and Mental Hospital Mansehra, Irfan Neuropsychiatry Center Mansehra, Social Welfare Department Mansehra and Sehat Kahani. 

In the quickly evolving world of today, psychological knowledge and practice are becoming more and more important in tackling societal, personal, and global issues. Our department works to create an engaging learning environment where students can acquire theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills, critical thinking, while using the emerging technologies necessary for both career advancement and significant societal contributions. 

 

Our academic members are dedicated to mentoring students and advancing innovative research in a variety of areas, from mental health and well-being to applied psychology and social development. We place a high priority on outreach, ensuring that our expertise not only advances scholarly learning but also greatly helps the broader community.

I invite you to join us in our mission of advancing psychological science and practice, and together, building a healthier and more compassionate society.

Dr. Syeda Farhana Kazmi

Chairperson,

Department of Psychology,

Hazara University, Mansehra