Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology

IMU University

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM106,200

Course Highlights

  • This programme is recognised by the University of Newcastle, Australia, and University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom, for credit transfer into their psychology programmes
  • Be challenged on the intricacies of actual practice by delving deeper into a topic besides the scientific theories
  • Rigorous training builds a strong foundation for postgraduate specialisation while the multiple opportunities to apply what was learned strengthens the understanding of theories and concepts and provides a value-added degree for you
  • The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing IT and healthcare industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry

Course Structure

  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Quantitative Research Methods 1
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Personality Psychology
  • History of Psychology
  • Quantitative Research Methods 2
  • Biological Psychology
  • Psychology of Learning
  • Industrial-Organisational Psychology
  • Social Responsibility
  • Social Psychology
  • Ethics in Psychology
  • *other compulsory MPU modules. 
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Psychological Testing and Assessment
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Academic Skills 1
  • Cross-Cultural Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Motivation and Emotion
  • Final Year Project 1 (Phase 1)
  • Academic Skills 2
  • **Introduction to Psychotherapy (For students transferring to University of Strathclyde)
  • Final Year Project (Phase 2)
  • Industrial Exposure
  • ** Electives Module

Two Elective options for students:

Psychology Core Electives (Applied Psychology) (choose three out of eight, total 12 credits): 

  • Health Psychology (4 credits)
  • Counselling Psychology (4 credits)
  • Educational Psychology (4 credits)
  • Sport Psychology (4 credits)
  • Forensic Psychology (4 credits)
  • Neuropsychology (4 credits)
  • Positive Psychology (4 credits)
  • Community Psychology (4 credits)

Free Electives (Communication Health)

February & April Intake

  • Media Writing Skills 1 (3 credits)
  • Visual Communication (3 credits)
  • Digital Communication and Strategy (3 credits)
  • Mediated Communication and Health (3 credits)

July & September Intake

  • Media Writing Skills 1 (3 credits)
  • Visual Communication (3 credits)
  • Social Media Analytic Tools (3 credits)
  • Health Communication Campaign:
  • Design and Evaluation (3 credits) 

Entry Requirements

  • A-Levels: DD
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • STPM: CC
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Australian Matriculation: ATAR 60
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • NCEA Level 3: 50% aggregate
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Canadian Grade 12/13: 60% aggregate in 6 subjects
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • UEC: B in 5 subjects
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Australian University Foundation Programmes: 50% aggregate or ATAR 60
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Indian Pre-University: Average of 50%
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Ministry of Education Matriculation #: cGPA 2.00
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): 24 points
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at PreUniversity level)
  • American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP): cGPA 2.00
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Foundation Studies (Foundation in Science/Foundation in Arts or equivalent) #: cGPA 2.00 or 50%
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Degree in a related field: cGPA 2.00
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
  • Diploma in any field: CGPA 2.00
    • Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

  • MUET: Band score of 3; OR (For Malaysian students)
  • IELTS: Overall band score of 5.5; OR
  • TOEFL (iBT)*: Overall score of 46; OR
  • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)*: Overall score of 162; OR
  • Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)*: Overall score of 162; OR
  • Cambridge Linguaskill*: Overall score of 160; OR
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE)*: Overall score of 51; OR
  • Credit Transfer: IELTS Overall band score of 7.0

*Only applicable for those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia. Students are exempted from meeting the English requirement if they have completed their pre-university programme in English.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM150

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Tuition fees

RM106,200

Other miscellaneous fees

RM2,170

Discounts & scholarships

-RM950

  • Exclusive
  • Waiver

Total payable amount

RM107,420

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