BA (Hons) Psychology

Ideal for students who are curious and enjoy life-long learning, and analysing behaviour and thinking. This programme stands out for its effective blend of world-class theories and hands-on learning which offers a greater understanding of human minds, emotions and behaviours. 

An emphasis on soft skills such as communication and leadership gives students an added edge in terms of future employability in the fields of social work, counselling, law, political science, and human resource

Year 1

• Ethnic Relations (Local) OR Malaysian Studies (International)
• Islamic Civilization and Asian Civilization (Local) OR Communication Language 3 (International)
• University Life
• Introduction of Psychology
• Positive Psychology
• Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1
• Statistics for Psychology
• Lifespan Development
• Social Psychology
• Religions in Malaysia
• Co-Operative Placement 1

Liberal Arts Electives (Choose Three)

• Critical Issues in the Contemporary World
• Future Directions, Futurecasting
• Persuasive Speech
• Thinking and Being

Year 2

• Psychological Research Methods 1
• Psychological Research Methods 2
• Neuropsychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
• Personality Theories
• Psychological Testing and Measurement
• Counselling Theories and Techniques
• Educational Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Co-Operative Placement 2

Psychology Electives (Choose Three)

• Human Sexuality
• Family and Marriage
• Juvenile Delinquency
• Expressive Therapy
• Media Psychology and Technology
• Sport Psychology

Year 3

• Industrial and Organisational Psychology
• Abnormal Psychology
• Independent Project A
• Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
• Philosophical Issues in Psychology
• Ethics and Professional Issues in Psychology
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
• Independent Project B
• Entrepreneurial Psychology
• Professional Development in Psychology
• Co-Operative Placement 3

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

For Malaysian students:

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
• Philosophy and Contemporary Issues

Career Opportunities

• Public Relations
• Child Development Specialist
• Human Resources
• Management Consultant
• Psychologist
• Political Analyst