Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours)

Program Learning Outcomes

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours) is a full-time undergraduate program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles, theories, and practices. The program is offered by UniKL RCMP and conducted in English. It spans over three years and requires students to complete a total of 120 credit hours.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1
Analyse theories, research and practice in psychology.
PEO 2
Apply a range of leadership, and entrepreneurial skills to perform effectively and responsibly in different organisations.
PEO 3
Use a wider range of digital applications and numeracy skills in work tasks.
PEO 4
Demonstrate interpersonal, communication, creativity and innovation skills.
PEO 5
Pursue lifelong learning in education and career in various settings within ethical and professional standards.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1
Analyse different key concepts, principles, research, overaching themes in broad areas of psychology.
PLO 2
Compare psychological theories, past literature, research design and statistical analysis to conduct basic psychological research.
PLO 3
Organise research ideas, research strategies, research executions, research write-up and research presentation using appropriate digital media and digital technology.
PLO 4
Communicate effectively through verbal and written forms at interpersonal and group levels, using various mediums to a range of audience and in different situations.
PLO 5
Show initiative in leadership, decision-making, goal-settings and relationship building in individual and multi-disciplinary group project management.
PLO 6
Display self-awareness, creativity, reflective practice, and entrepreneurial mind-set to motivate and improve oneself and others.
PLO 7
Adhere to ethical standards in psychological science and practices.

Programme Structure

Semester 1

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
Fundamental English
Introduction to Psychology
History and Philosophy of Psychology
Behavioural Statistics
Research Methodology

Semester 2

Co-Curriculum
Professional English 1
Foreign Language 1
Technopreneurship

Semester 3

Personality Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology
Physiological Psychology
Professional English 2
Innovation Management / Isu-Isu Kontemporary Muslim / Culture and Lifestyle 2
Kursus Integriti Dan Anti Rasuah 2 (Compulsory) / Culture and Lifestyle in Malaysia 2 (For Credit Exemption)

Semester 4

Psychometric
Ethics in Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Cross-cultural Psychology
Counseling Psychology

Semester 5

Foreign Language 2
Neuropsychology
Basic Counselling Skills
Consumer Psychology / Social entrepreneur

Semester 6

Foreign Language 2 (Mandarin / Bahasa Arab)
Neuropsychology
Basic Counselling Skills
Consumer Psychology / Social entrepreneur

Semester 7

Forensic Psychology
Sport Psychology
Community Psychology
Health Psychology
Final Year Project 1
Human Resource Management

Semester 8

Final Year Project 2
Occupational Psychology
Disaster & Crisis Management

Semester 9

Industrial Exposure

Career Information

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in various fields, including clinical psychology, counselling, human resources, education, and research. The program equips students with the necessary skills to work in both public and private sectors, contributing to mental health and wellbeing initiatives.

Entry Requirements Malaysian Students: STPM / STAM

A pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, a Credit in Mathematics and General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry AND a pass in English at SPM level or its equivalent OR A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid.

Note: Those without a pass / credit in Mathematics and / or Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science / Applied Science at SPM level or equivalent can be admitted but are required to attend special enhancement course(s). These special enhancement courses should be SPM equivalent, remedial in nature. Students must pass / credit the Mathematics and Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science / Applied Science enhancement courses as a prerequisite to related core courses taught in English.

MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION

A Certificate in Matriculation or Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 with a Credit in Mathematics and General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry AND a pass in English at SPM / O Level / IGCSE or its equivalent.

DIPLOMA

A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in any field with at least CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 with a Credit in Mathematics and General Science / Applied Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry AND a pass in English at SPM / O-Level / IGCSE or its equivalent OR A Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) / Diploma Vocational Malaysia (DVM) subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval and accredited by MQA and other related bodies OR An Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF) in the relevant fields with at least CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.

International Students:

Must demonstrate English proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of Band 5.0 or its equivalent.

Tuition Fee Malaysian Students:

RM 12,500.00 (Per Semester)
RM 75,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

International Students:

RM 16,500.00 (Per Semester)
RM 99,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

* Fees shown are the tuition fees only

** Fees shown are not inclusive of visa processing fee (international students)

*** Fees and charges are subject to Malaysian Sales and Service Tax (SST) at the prevailing rate of 6%. SST implementation.

**** Fees shown are correct at time of publication and subject to change without prior notice.

Demonstrate an understanding of how communication shapes patterns of social interaction, the expression of cultural values and norms, political practices and relations of power, and our positions as local and global citizens.

Be able to use a variety of methodological tools to analyze interpersonal, intercultural, and rhetorical discourse that structures everyday interactions in both our public and private lives.

Demonstrate an understanding of the possibilities, problems, and history of discourse and deliberation in democracy and will be prepared to use their knowledge to work for a just and more humane world.