The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) conducted an introductory guest lecture on Islamic Psychology and Ethics for first-year students of the Master of Science in Psychology (Clinical) programme on 17 June 2026.

The session was delivered by Ibrahim Ismail and was attended by 13 first-year MSc Clinical Psychology students. The guest lecture provided students with an opportunity to explore perspectives on psychology and professional ethics within an Islamic context, complementing their broader postgraduate education in clinical psychology.

The session highlighted the value of considering cultural, ethical and contextual perspectives in psychological education and practice. For students preparing for professional roles in the Maldivian mental health sector, engagement with locally relevant perspectives can contribute to a more contextually responsive understanding of psychological practice.

Guest lectures also provide opportunities for students to engage with expertise beyond the regular classroom environment, encouraging discussion and broadening students’ exposure to different perspectives within the field.

The initiative reflects FHS’s commitment to providing postgraduate students with diverse and contextually relevant learning experiences while strengthening engagement with professionals and experts who can contribute to their academic and professional development.

The session contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) through enriched postgraduate learning and supports SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration within the wider professional and academic community.