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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honors)

Sunway University

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honours) at Sunway University aims to produce world-class graduates with a solid understanding of psychology, including how people think, feel, act, and interact both individually and in groups By incorporating best practices from the American education system, this program provides students with a well-rounded education that meets global standards and equips them to thrive in the evolving field of psychology Additionally, the program is based on the BA Psychology curriculum at the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Arizona State University.

Entry Requirements

STPM

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

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • School Counselor
  • Social/NGO Worker
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Life Coach
  • Academic Tutor
  • Public relations consultant

Curriculum

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Year 1 Programme Structure

  • Introduction to 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 Programme Structure

  • 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 Programme Structure

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

Year 4 Programme Structure

  • 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 (for 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

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

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