College of Health Sciences – Department of Mental Health ... Mari your way to success
“At Mary University, chapters of human creativity are written. The College of Mental Health is a model of academic leadership, combining global expertise in psychology and community specificity to provide quality education that addresses modern mental health challenges and contributes to building a mentally and health-conscious society.
Through programs that promote a balance between sound scientific research and practical application, the college graduates cadres capable of analyzing complex psychological phenomena and designing innovative solutions to support individuals and communities on their journey toward sustainable mental health.”
Internal Regulations of the College of Mental Health
College Introduction
The Department of Mental Health, part of the College of Health Sciences at Mari Private University, was established pursuant to Ministry of Higher Education Resolution No. […/…] and began accepting students starting the 2024/2025 academic year. The department contributes to raising the level of higher education by graduating specialized personnel who meet the needs of the local and regional labor market.
College Vision
“To be a pioneer in providing distinguished higher education in the field of mental health, and to achieve a prestigious scientific position in northern Syria through: Providing an educational and research environment that stimulates creativity. Enhancing community partnerships to address mental health issues. Preparing graduates capable of competing locally and regionally.”
College Message
“Preparing scientifically and skillfully qualified personnel in the field of mental health, capable of: Providing psychological and social support to various segments of society. Designing psychological rehabilitation programs for victims of wars and crises. Developing innovative solutions to mental health and substance abuse issues.”
College Objectives
The department aims to graduate specialists in the following fields:
- Mental health specialist (providing individual and group support).
- Social counselor (resolving family and community conflicts).
- Specialist in the rehabilitation of war victims (psychological programs for trauma treatment).
- Child development expert (early detection of behavioral disorders).
- Addiction counselor (designing addiction prevention and treatment programs).
Providing therapeutic services to a wide range of citizens through educational and specialized dental clinics.
Refining students’ academic, political, intellectual, and social character, and developing their work ethic.
Identifying the various skills required by the job market for the dental profession.
Admission Requirements to the College of Health Sciences – Department of Mental Health
- Obtaining a General Secondary Certificate (Science/Literature) according to the requirements of the Higher Education Council.
- Passing a personal interview to assess professional inclinations and personal characteristics.
- Full-time study.
- Duration: 4 academic years (8 semesters) according to the semester system.
- Time Distribution:
- The academic year is divided into two semesters, each lasting 12 weeks.
- Study Plan: combines theoretical lectures (70%) and practical training (30%).
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Official language of instruction: Arabic.
Some specialized courses are taught in English (e.g., mental health terminology, scientific research methods).
- Attendance of at least 75% of the theoretical and practical lectures for each course is required.
- A student will be denied entry to the final exam if their attendance rate falls below the required percentage.
Assessment and Examinations
Grading:
- Final Theoretical Exam: 70 points (duration: 2 hours).
- Practical Assessment: 30 points (includes projects, seminars, and field reports).
- Success Requirements:
- Achieving a minimum of 60% of the course total score.
- Exam Disqualification: A student will be disqualified from taking the final exam if they score less than 12/30 on the practical assessment.
- Student Objections:
- Students are allowed to submit an objection to the results within 7 days of their announcement, subject to payment of a specified fee.
University Discipline
The student must observe the following rules:
Educational Objective: Mary University is an educational institution that aims to provide knowledge, and is not a platform for disseminating intellectual, political, or ideological trends on campus. | Social Media: Official university accounts are used for academic and administrative purposes only. Any misuse of these platforms exposes the student to legal accountability in accordance with the decisions of the University Council. |
Using the Halls: Access to the lecture halls and auditoriums is permitted only during scheduled lecture times. Using these spaces for any other activities without the approval of the university presidency is prohibited. | Student Activities: Prior approval from the university presidency is required to organize any activity (social, cultural, sports, or fundraising). |
Announcements and Bulletins: Placing advertisements, bulletins, or any media materials is prohibited except in the designated places and after obtaining official permission. | Cheating Control: Cheating in exams is subject to the instructions issued by the University of Mary and the previously announced decisions of the Higher Education Council. |
Student Objections: Students are allowed to file an objection to exam results within the specified period, provided they pay the required fees for each course. |
Terms and Conditions
| Miscellaneous Provisions: | Effectiveness of the Regulation: |
1. Course Selection:
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2. Amendments to the Study Plan: In the event of amending the study plan, the College Council issues transitional decisions that reconcile the old and new systems, after approval by the Ministry of Higher Education. | Exceptions: The Higher Education Council may exempt any item from these regulations by a justified and written decision. |
3. General Regulations: The provisions of the Higher Education Council and university regulations shall apply to any case not stipulated in these regulations. |
Courses and Syllabus at the School of Mental Health at the University of Mari
Download the study plan file