14 Best Master's Social Sciences & Psychology Programs in Malaysia

There are 14 Master's Social Sciences & Psychology programs in Malaysia, spread across 7 universities, typically lasting 1–2 years. Courses from Universiti Malaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia and International Medical University come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master in Asean Studies Mas

Universiti Malaya — The Master in ASEAN Studies (MAS) at Universiti Malaya is a postgraduate programme that builds advanced understanding of the political, strategic, economic, and security...

Master's DegreeLevel

Minimum - 3 semesters; Maximum - 9 semestersDuration

Mode

Semester 1: October; Semester 2: MarchIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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2Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master in European Studies Mes

Universiti Malaya — The Master in European Studies (MES) prepares students for advanced knowledge of political security, economic and strategic issues on the European region. The programme c...

Master's DegreeLevel

Minimum - 3 semesters; Maximum - 9 semestersDuration

Mode

Semester 1: October; Semester 2: MarchIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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3Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Criminal Justice

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Criminal Justice is a multidisciplinary programme offered by the Faculty of Law at Universiti Malaya. It is designed to train professional and skilled perso...

Master's DegreeLevel

Min: 2 normal sem & 1 special sem; Max: 8 semDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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4Master's Degree

QS World #58 #1 in Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

Master of Professional Counseling Coursework

Universiti Malaya — The Master of Professional Counseling (Coursework) is designed to prepare counseling professionals who can use practical and theoretical knowledge in community institutio...

Master's DegreeLevel

4 Semester (Coursework)Duration

Mode

Semester 1 (October) Intake; Semester 2 (March) IntakeIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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5Master's Degree

QS World #134 #3 in Malaysia Penang, Malaysia

Master in Counselling

Universiti Sains Malaysia — The Master in Counselling at Universiti Sains Malaysia is a coursework programme for counselling teachers, private and public college lecturers in counselling and psychol...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time: Min 3 semesters / Max 6 semesters; Part-time: MinDuration

Mode

—Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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6Master's Degree

QS World #134 #3 in Malaysia Penang, Malaysia

Master of Psychology Clinical

Universiti Sains Malaysia — The Master in Clinical Psychology is a professionally oriented postgraduate programme jointly offered by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan...

Master's DegreeLevel

Minimum Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters) (Full-Time); 3 YearsDuration

Mode

Once a year in October.Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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7Master's Degree

QS World #134 #3 in Malaysia Penang, Malaysia

Master of Social Science Gender Studies

Universiti Sains Malaysia — The Master of Social Science (Gender Studies) is a research-mode postgraduate programme at the Center for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia...

Master's DegreeLevel

Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semestersPart-time: Min 4Duration

Mode

—Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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8Master's Degree

#23 in Malaysia Malaysia

Counselling

International Medical University — The Master’s Degree in Counselling at the International Medical University is designed to equip students with comprehensive skills and knowledge necessary for effective c...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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9Master's Degree

#44 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Political Science

Universiti Industri Selangor — The Master of Political Science at Universiti Industri Selangor trains graduates to apply skills and knowledge in political science-related fields. It is designed to prep...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 - 4 YearsDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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10Master's Degree

#48 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Counselling

Open University Malaysia — The Master of Counselling at Open University Malaysia is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become effective professionals in the field...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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11Master's Degree

#48 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Islamic Studies

Open University Malaysia — The Master of Islamic Studies at Open University Malaysia offers a comprehensive examination of the Islamic faith, its history, and its cultural relevance in the contempo...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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12Master's Degree

#48 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Psychology

Open University Malaysia — The Master of Psychology at Open University Malaysia provides students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and practices. The program covers va...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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13Master's Degree

#52 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master of Art Social Science

UOW Malaysia KDU — The Master of Art (Social Science) is a research-based postgraduate program for students who want to extend their specialisation in Social Sciences and Humanities beyond...

Master's DegreeLevel

2-4 years (Full-Time) / 3-6 years (Part-Time)Duration

Full TimeMode

23 January; 2 June; 11 SeptemberIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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14Master's Degree

#56 in Malaysia Malaysia

Master in Counselling

Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah — The Master in Counselling at Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah is a coursework-based postgraduate programme. Admission requires a Bachelors D...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #58 (Universiti Malaya) to #134 (Universiti Sains Malaysia); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Universiti Malaya is cited most (6,091,682 citations).

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 1–2 years and Minimum - 3 semesters; Maximum - 9 semesters. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (89% of courses with a stated intake). Universiti Malaya offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's Social Sciences & Psychology in Malaysia?

Universiti Malaya (QS World #58), Universiti Sains Malaysia (QS World #134) and International Medical University (#23 in Malaysia) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Social Sciences & Psychology in Malaysia?

Of those with published fees, Universiti Sains Malaysia is the least expensive at about USD 5,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Social Sciences & Psychology course take in Malaysia?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with Minimum - 3 semesters; Maximum - 9 semesters the next most common.

When do Master's Social Sciences & Psychology courses start in Malaysia?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Master's Social Sciences & Psychology courses in Malaysia?

Universiti Malaya, with 4, ahead of Open University Malaysia (3).

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