Programme Background

This programme is designed specifically for individuals who wish to pursue Psychology discipline at an advanced level. It covers compulsory courses in major specialty areas such as Research Methods in Social Sciences, Statistics for Social Sciences, and Ethical Standards in Psychology. The programme aims to produce graduates with expertise in the sub-areas of psychology and capable to analyse classical and modern thoughts as well as generate new ideas that fit the current context.

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (MQF – Level 6) or its equivalent with CGPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00; OR
• Other Bachelor’s Degree (MQF – Level 6) with CGPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00 and a minimum of 45 credits of prerequisite modules in psychology or its equivalent (covering all 8 knowledge areas specified in pages 14-15 of the Programme Standards) with CGPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00 in the prerequisite modules; OR
• Other Bachelor’s Degree (MQF – Level 6) with CGPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00 and a minimum of 30 credits of prerequisite modules in psychology or its equivalent (covering all 8 knowledge areas specified in pages 14-15 of Programme Standards) with CGPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00 in the prerequisite modules and Graduate Record Examination (GRE) subject test (Psychology) with a minimum score of 550; or
• Other qualifications recognised as equivalent by the Government of Malaysia.

English Competency Requirements for International Students

• Obtain at least:
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score of 5.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (internet based) with a minimum score of 34; or
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) with a minimum score of 160; or
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) with a minimum score of 180; or
  • Pearson Test of English, Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum score of 36; or
• Students from English-speaking countries are given an exemption from the above condition (a); or 
• Students with academic qualifications from institutions that use English as the medium of instruction are given full exemption from the above condition (a).

Career Prospects
Psychology officer, administrative officer, lecturer, administrative and diplomatic officer, entrepreneur, research officer or consultant..

Contact
Head, Department of Human Science
05-7732273