Department of Family sciences
About
The Department of Family Sciences at Afro-Asian University is dedicated to the holistic study of family dynamics, human development, and societal relationships. With a focus on interdisciplinary learning and research, our department aims to prepare students for careers in various family-related professions and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to address contemporary challenges faced by individuals and families.
Understanding Family Dynamics: Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of family systems, including the structure, function, and dynamics of diverse family units.
Human Development Knowledge: Students will acquire knowledge of human development across the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Interpersonal Skills: Students will develop effective communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills necessary for working with individuals and families in diverse contexts.
Cultural Competence: Students will demonstrate cultural competence by recognizing and respecting diverse family structures, values, and traditions, and understanding how culture influences family dynamics and relationships.
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Students will cultivate critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze complex family issues, evaluate evidence-based interventions, and develop solutions to address family-related challenges.
Ethical and Professional Conduct: Students will adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines in their academic coursework, research activities, and professional practice, demonstrating integrity, respect, and accountability in their interactions with clients, colleagues, and communities.
Research Proficiency: Students will develop research skills, including the ability to critically evaluate existing research literature, design and implement research studies, collect and analyze data, and communicate research findings effectively.
Family Assessment and Intervention: Students will learn to conduct comprehensive family assessments, identify strengths and challenges within family systems, and develop and implement culturally sensitive interventions to promote family well-being.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Students will collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, community agencies, and other stakeholders to address complex family issues and enhance the effectiveness of family-centered services and programs.
Professional Development: Students will engage in ongoing professional development activities, including continuing education, supervision, and reflective practice, to enhance their knowledge, skills, and competencies as family science professionals.
Graduates from the Department of Family Sciences at Afro-Asian University are prepared for a variety of rewarding career opportunities in fields such as:
Family Therapist/Counselor: Graduates can work as family therapists or counselors, providing counseling and support to individuals, couples, and families facing relationship issues, life transitions, or mental health challenges.
Social Worker: Graduates can pursue careers as social workers, working with individuals and families to access resources, navigate social services, and address issues such as poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, and child welfare.
Marriage and Family Therapist: Graduates can become licensed marriage and family therapists, specializing in providing therapy to couples and families to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships.
Human Services Specialist: Graduates can work as human services specialists, coordinating services and programs to support individuals and families in areas such as child welfare, aging services, disability support, and family advocacy.
Child Life Specialist: Graduates can become child life specialists, working in hospitals, pediatric clinics, or nonprofit organizations to support children and families facing medical challenges, providing emotional support, play therapy, and educational resources.
Family Educator: Graduates can work as family educators, designing and delivering educational programs and workshops on topics such as parenting skills, family communication, conflict resolution, and healthy relationships.
Researcher/Evaluator: Graduates can pursue careers as researchers or evaluators, conducting research studies, program evaluations, and needs assessments related to family dynamics, human development, and social services.
Policy Analyst/Advocate: Graduates can work as policy analysts or advocates, analyzing social policies and advocating for legislative changes to support families and promote social justice, working for government agencies, nonprofits, or advocacy organizations.
Community Organizer: Graduates can become community organizers, mobilizing communities to address social issues, advocate for change, and promote community development initiatives that support families and enhance community well-being.
Family Life Educator: Graduates can work as family life educators, providing educational resources, workshops, and support services to individuals and families on topics such as parenting, relationship skills, financial management, and stress management.
Bs Programme
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Outline |
BSAH 1302 | Arabic – 1 / 1 اللغة العربية | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1303 | English اللغة الإنجليزية | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1304 | مدخل إلى فقه العبادات | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1305 | Sociology / مدخل علم الاجتماع | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1306 | AHPSchology / مدخل علم النفس | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1307 | History / تمهيد لدراسة التاريخ | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1308 | Geography مدخل إلى علم الجغرافيا / | 2 | Download |
Total Credit Hours | 18 | ||
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Outline |
BSAH 1309 | تيارات فكرية معاصر / Contemporary Intellectual Trends | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1310 | أثر الحضارة العربية في الحضارة الغربية / The Impact of Arab Civilization on Western Civilization | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1311 | مدخل إلى مصطلح الحديث / An Introduction to the Terminology of Hadith | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1312 | الحاسوب / The Computer | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1313 | قرآن كريم / The Holy Quran | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1314 | جوانب تربوية في السيرة النبوية / Educational Aspects in the Prophetic Biography (Seerah) | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1315 | مدخل إلى علم الأخلاق / An Introduction to the Science of Ethics | 3 | Download |
18 |
SEMESTER 3
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Outline |
BSAH 1316 | أسس علم الاجتماع / The Foundations of Sociology | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1317 | الجغرافيا البشرية / Geography | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1318 | اللغة العربية / Arabic | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1319 | تمهيد لدراسة العقيدة | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1320 | علم النفس / AHPSchology | 2 | Download |
BSAH 1321 | اللغات الأجنبية / Languages | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1322 | مدخل إلى علم التصوف / An Introduction to the Science of Sufism | 3 | Download |
18 |
SEMESTER 4
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Course Outline |
BSAH 1323 | التاريخ الحديث / History | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1324 | علم النفس 3 / AHPSchology | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1325 | Social Sciences / علم الاجتماع3 | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1326 | الجغرافيا الطبيعية / Geography | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1327 | العربية 3 اللغة / Arabic | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1328 | الفكر الإسلامي / Islamic studies | 3 | Download |
BSAH 1329 | الفلسفة / Philosophy | 3 | Download |
18 |
SEMESTER 5
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSFR 1354 | Sémiologie générale | 3 |
BSFR 1355 | Exercices littéraires | 3 |
BSFR 1356 | Etudes culturelles | 3 |
BSFR 1357 | Méthodologie de recherché | 3 |
BSFR 1358 | Arts du spectacle | 3 |
BSFR 1359 | Analyse du discours | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 6
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSFR 1360 | Littérature compare | 3 |
BSFR 1361 | Littérature asiatique | 3 |
BSFR 1362 | Littérature aSOicaine | 3 |
BSFR 1363 | La SOancophonie aujourd’hui | 3 |
BSFR 1364 | Méthodes Critiques | 3 |
BSFR 1365 | Etudes postcoloniales | 3 |
18 |
SEMESTER 7
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSFR 1367 | Littérature et cinema | 3 |
BSFR 1368 | Littérature et communication | 3 |
BSFR 1369 | Texte et image plastique | 3 |
BSFR 1370 | Récits de voyage et photographie | 3 |
BSFR 1371 | Sémiotiques visuelles | 3 |
BSFR 1372 | Recherches documentaries | 3 |
18 |
SEMETSER 8
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
BSFR 1373 | Média et société | 3 |
BSFR 1374 | La pragmatique | 3 |
BSFR 1375 | Sociolinguistique | 3 |
BSFR 1376 | Littérature numérique | 3 |
BSFR 1377 | Les écrits personnels | 3 |
BSFR 1378 | Le récit postmoderne | 3 |
18 |
MS Programme
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
MSEN 1563 | Phonetics | 3 |
MSEN 1564 | Approach to Poetry | 3 |
MSEN 1565 | Approach to Novel | 3 |
MSEN 1566 | Approach to Linguistics | 3 |
12 |
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
MSEN 1567 | Translation | 3 |
MSEN 1568 | Texts and Summaries | 3 |
MSEN 1569 | Advance Linguistics | 3 |
MSEN 1570 | Drama | 3 |
12 |
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