Perdana University · Malaysia

Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology

Campus Bachelor Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Bachelor

First-year fees

MYR

Starts

January, June, September

Introduction

Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology is a Bachelor program taught at Perdana University, Malaysia. Intake: January, June, September. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Full Time: 3 Years; Part Time: 5 Years) options.

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology at Perdana University builds knowledge of psychological principles, theories, and research methods. The curriculum covers cognitive, developmental, social, and clinical psychology. Students take modules such as Psychology as a Science, Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Biological Psychology, Psychological Testing & Assessment, and Clinical & Counselling Psychology.

Teaching is structured across multiple semesters with research methods and statistics modules in stages: Introduction to Research Methods and Statistics I, II, and Advanced Research Methods and Statistics I, II, and III. Students also complete topics including research-focused areas like Psychological Testing & Assessment and Cross-Cultural Psychology, plus elective courses such as Forensic Psychology and Drugs & Addiction. The programme is delivered On Campus.

The degree prepares students for psychology-related careers or further graduate-level study. Career paths listed include Research Assistant, Human Resource Executive, Community Support Officer, Education Support Officer, Market Research Executive, and Psychologist.

Modules

Psychology as a Science (3 credit)
Social Psychology (4 credit)
Introduction to Research Methods and Statistics I (3 credit)
Personality & Individual Differences I (3 credit)
Developmental Psychology I (3 credit)
Ethics & Professionalism in Psychology (3 credit)
Positive Psychology & Mindfulness (3 credit)
Cognitive Psychology (4 credit)
Health Psychology I (3 credit)
Introduction to Research Methods and Statistics II (3 credit)
Biological Psychology (4 credit)
Advanced Research Methods and Statistics I (3 credit)

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology at Perdana University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Perdana University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Perdana University as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

STPM: A pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any two subjects.
OR Matriculation/Foundation: A Certificate in Matriculation or Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.
OR Diploma: A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in any field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.
OR Other Qualifications: Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.
Additional Requirements: All qualifications must be supported by credits in Mathematics and Biology, Physics, Chemistry, General Science or Applied Science, with a pass in English at SPM level.

International Students: IELTS Band 5.5, TOEFL 550 paper-based or equivalent.