Bahria School of Professional Psychology

DEAN's MESSAGE

Dr. Uzma Masroor

Dean / Senior Assistant Professor
Ph.D (Institute of Clinical Psychology (Univ of Karachi)

Welcome to the Faculty of Professional Psychology at Bahria University—where academic excellence meets human compassion. Psychology here is more than an academic pursuit; it is a promise to understand people, enhance wellbeing, and inspire meaningful change. We are dedicated to developing future-ready psychologists and scholars who combine intellectual depth with empathy, ethical integrity, and a commitment to serving society.

With a strong national presence, our faculty connects three major cities under one shared vision. In Karachi, we are represented by the Institute of Professional Psychology (IPP). In Lahore, our Professional Psychology Department continues to grow and innovate. In Islamabad, we operate both the Bahria School of Professional Psychology at the E-8 Campus and the Professional Psychology Department at the H-11 Campus. Across all campuses, we offer comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in diverse areas of psychology.

Global exposure and research-driven learning are central to our mission. Through international collaborations with more than 200 universities worldwide, our faculty and students benefit from advanced research opportunities, cross-cultural exchange, and academic mobility. These partnerships ensure our graduates are prepared to contribute and compete on a global stage.

Our commitment to society extends beyond academic excellence. We actively support community wellbeing through our clinical facilities—the Wellbeing Center in Islamabad (E-8 Campus) and the Umeed-e-Nau Clinics at IPP Karachi and the Lahore Campus. These centers provide accessible, high-quality mental health services to the public while offering students invaluable hands-on clinical training.

Looking ahead, we continue to invest in modern infrastructure, innovative teaching approaches, and the expansion of mental health services nationwide. Our ambition is to position Bahria University at the forefront of psychological education, research, and community service in Pakistan.

We invite you to explore our programs and become part of a mission dedicated to healing, leadership, and discovery.

PRINCIPAL / HOD's MESSAGE

Dr.Shazia Yusuf

Principal / HoD /Senior Assistant Professor
Ph.D (Quaid-i-Azam University)

The Department of Professional Psychology has been established at Bahria University, Islamabad with the aim of providing training and assistance to budding psychologist so that they can become competent professionals in the field. This is to improve the role of clinical psychologists in the scenario of today’s world.

At our Department, we aspire to provide appropriate, one-on-one training to our students to make them become qualified experts. Our aim is to impart working knowledge to our students so that they are provided a variety of opportunities to grow and excel not only academically but also in the professional setup and research. The programs offered at our Department cater to the curriculum requirements of today’s world and according to the dynamics of field of psychology. We endeavor to teach our students the changing trends of society and psychology through various workshops, trainings and seminars which help indulge not only our students but others as well. This allows imparting knowledge about psychology to the masses as well and raising awareness regarding mental health issues.

Our adept faculty is capable not only as scholars but are also practicing psychologist with years of practical exposure. This helps them render expert knowledge regarding the various facets of psychology. At our Department, not only intense and severe issues faced in hospital setting are addressed, but the students are also given training how to improve normal functioning of individuals to enhance their quality of life. We provide them with opportunities to revisit and develop their own selves and cope with their weaknesses and flaws.

If you want to pursue a course that imparts skilled training along with advanced professional knowledge to meet various challenges and techniques in the field of psychology as a profession, then you are appreciated to join our Department. Your feedback and comments are most welcome.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

The Department of Professional Psychology aims to provide versatile and qualified professionals that are able to meet the challenges and contribute towards the betterment of our nation.

VISSION

To emerge as a leading institute that helps promote excellence in education and research which leads towards the welfare of our nation and society

MISSION

PROGRAMS

• Graduate Programs
  • BS Psychology
  • BS Clinical Psychology
• Postgraduate Programs
  • PhD Clinical Psychology
  • M.Phil (Organizational Psychology) – 2 Years
  • MS Clinical Psychology

FACULTY