Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honors)

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program aims to produce world-class graduates with sound knowledge of psychology, that is, how people think, feel, act, and interact interpersonally and in groups. By combining the best practices of the American education system, this program aims to provide students with a well-rounded education that meets global standards and prepares them to thrive in the evolving field of psychology. This program is also based on the BA Psychology program at the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Arizona State University. 

Intakes
January, June, September
Duration
4 Years (full-time)
Career Prospects
  • School Counselor
  • Social/NGO Worker
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Life Coach
  • Academic Tutor
  • Public relations consultant

Program Structure

Year 1

Introduction Psychology
Finite Mathematics
Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
Introduction to Statistics
English 1
English 2
Computer Applications and IT
Elective 1
Elective 2

Year 2

Research Methods
Social Psychology
Ethics in Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Biological Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Sensation and Perception
Personality Theory and Research
Cognitive Psychology
Elective 3
Elective 4

Year 3

History of Psychology
Psychological Testing
Organizational Psychology
Educational Psychology
Consumer Psychology
Elective 5
Elective 6

Year 4

Health Psychology
Positive Psychology
Psychology of Gender
Forensic Psychology
Careers in Psychology
Research Project
Elective 7
Elective 8

Elective Subjects

Principles of Sociology
Film Appreciation
Introduction to Philosophy
US History to 1877
US History since 1877
Introduction to Environmental Studies
Intercultural Communication
American Foreign Policy
World Mythology

MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

For Local Students
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Skills for Higher Education
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
     
For International Students
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
  • Malay Language for Communication 2
  • Skills for Higher Education
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
     
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Entry Requirements

American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP)

Completion of ADTP with a minimum CGPA of 2.00

STPM

Average Grade C or CGPA > 2.00 (Minimum 2 principals)

A-Level

Minimum 8 points (minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)

Note: For A-Level points calculation

A = 10 points

B = 8 points

C = 6 points

D = 4 points

E = 2 points

Australian Matriculation

Minimum ATAR score of 50%

Canadian Matriculation

Minimum 50%
 

Monash University Foundation Year

Minimum 50%
 

Foundation Program

Minimum CGPA of 2.00
 

Unified Examination Certificate

Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including English)
 

International Baccalaureate

Completed with a minimum of 24 points (excluding bonus points)
 

Diploma

Minimum CGPA of 2.00 
 

Other Qualifications

Any other equivalent qualifications. An applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
 

English Language Requirements

  • SPM English or its equivalent Credit
  • IELTS Band 6.0 or its equivalent 
  • MUET Band 4
  • UEC English B4
  • O-Level English (1119) Credit
  • Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with a minimum of 65%
  • ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programs, Diploma or ADTP where the medium of instruction is English

Specific Requirements

  • Credit in Mathematics and one Science subject at the SPM level or its equivalent or at a higher level.
     

Note: Candidates who do not meet this requirement can still be accepted but they will be required to take and pass the reinforcement course(s) as prerequisite(s) to the related core courses(s) in the programme.

 

Scholarships and Financial Aid

For more information about the scholarships and financial aid, please visit the SEG Scholarships website.

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