Psychology, Pedagogy, and Social Sciences

The Department of Psychology, Pedagogy, and Social Sciences at Odlar Yurdu University prepares highly qualified specialists at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels in accordance with the demands of our country's labor market. The department's goal is to train highly skilled professionals in line with modern educational standards. To enhance the quality of specialist training, the department regularly organizes scientific conferences, seminars, and discussions on teaching methodologies.

Undergraduate Programs:

- Psychology: Students in this specialty study human behavior, emotional states, and intellectual activities. The undergraduate program in psychology develops skills to understand and apply various aspects of human psychology.

- Social Work: This program develops skills for working in social services and protection fields. Students learn and apply strategies to solve social problems.

- Social-Psychological Services in Education: The aim of this program is to train professional specialists to provide social and psychological support services in educational institutions.

- Preschool Education: The preschool education program focuses on methodologies that optimize children's development and education. Students develop programs that support children's psychological and social development.

Master's Programs:

- Psychology - General Psychology: This specialization is focused on studying fundamental theories and application areas of psychology. Students analyze human behavior and psychology in depth.

- Psychology - Pedagogical Psychology: This program investigates the role of psychological factors in the educational process and their impact on students' education and development. Students are involved in organizing psychological services in educational institutions.

- Psychology - Clinical Psychology: This specialization is aimed at developing knowledge and skills related to the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders. Students gain practical experience in a clinical setting.

Doctoral Programs:

In the doctoral programs, training is conducted within the framework of PhD programs in psychology:

- General Psychology: This program aims to conduct research and develop scientific knowledge in various areas of psychology. Doctoral students carry out original research in the field of psychology.

Scientific and Pedagogical Activities of the Department:

The department's scientific and pedagogical activities are based on modern educational and research methodologies. Under the department's leadership, regular scientific research and teaching seminars are conducted. Students and faculty participate in international scientific conferences and gain experience through international exchange programs. The department also collaborates closely with local and international scientific publications, presenting research findings to a wide audience.

The department's faculty uses modern teaching technologies to deliver high-quality lectures. Innovative methods are applied in the teaching process, and students' research skills are developed. The department regularly implements projects and programs to enhance its scientific potential and international connections.

Faculty of the Department of Psychology, Pedagogy, and Social Sciences:

- Rashid Jabbarov Vakil - Head of the Department of Psychology, Pedagogy, and Social Sciences, Doctor of Psychology, Professor
- Idrak Rahimov Umbay - Head of the Teaching and Methodological Work Department, Associate Professor
- Lala Aliyeva Adil - Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Associate Professor
- Mushvig Mustafayev Huseyn - Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Associate Professor
- Ghulam Azizov Garibali - Doctor of Philosophy in Pedagogy, Associate Professor
- David Poladov Adam - Lecturer
- Elnura Asgarova Arif - Lecturer
- Shafa Kazimova Madat - Lecturer
- Konul Jafarova Ramiz - Lecturer
- Aytakin Kosayeva Vasif - Lecturer
- Aygun Gurbanova Fuad - Lecturer
- Nigar Babayeva Ilham - Lecturer
- Ulviye Nasibova Nazim - Lecturer
- Firuze Guliyeva-Novruzlu Nizami - Lecturer
- Nusiya Karimli Mughan - Lecturer
- Matleb Bayramov Beshir - Lecturer
- Jale Rzayeva Elchin - Lecturer
- Sabina Muradova Natiq - Lecturer