Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

Overview
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind, behavior, and mental processes. It explores how people think, feel, and act, covering areas such as mental health, research, and communication. Psychology graduates are valued for their skills in understanding human behavior, conducting research, critical thinking, and effective communication.

Why Choose HELP?

• Comprehensive Programme – Can be fully completed at HELP or with credit transfers to affiliated universities.
• Largest in Southeast Asia – Over 1,000 students enrolled.
• Expert Faculty – More than 50 experienced lecturers and graduate tutors.
• Interactive Learning – Attracts top achievers from Malaysia and beyond.
• Strong Research Culture – Supported by active international research projects.

Entry Requirements
Applicants must have one of the following entry requirements:

• HELP Foundation in Arts/Science – Pass all subjects (minimum of 4 Credits)
• A-Levels – 1 C, 1 D
• STPM – 2 Cs
• UEC – 5 Bs
• South Australian Matriculation – ATAR 65
• Canadian Pre-U – Average 65 (6 subjects)
• Foundation Programmes – Pass all subjects (minimum 50% Credits)
• Diploma Programmes – Pass all subjects (minimum 30% Credits)

Local programs have to be MQA-approved. The standard entry requirement of 3 SPM/O-Level Credits (including credits in 1 Math subject & 1 Science subject) still applies to all students. Malaysian students must also attain a Pass in SPM Bahasa Melayu. A Credit is equivalent to 60 out of 100 marks.

English Requirements
Applicants must have one of the following English requirements:

• IELTS – 5.5
• TOEFL – 550 paper-based (213 computer-based; 80 Internet-based)
• MUET – Band 5
• SPM – B for English (not including SPM 1119)
• UEC – B for English
• HELP Foundation in Arts/Science – Credit for either Intermediate English or Advanced English
• South Australian Matriculation – 14/20 for English as a Second Language
• Canadian Pre-U – 65 for ENG4U

Please note that the University standard entry requirement for a degree is MUET Band 3, but the Department of Psychology requires MUET Band 5.

Year 1 (9 Compulsory Subjects)

• Introduction to Psychology 1 (Biopsychology, Individual Differences, Cognitive Psychology)
• Introduction to Psychology 2 (Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology)
• Scientific Thinking & Academic Writing
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods 1
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods 2
• Career Exploration
• Contextual Intelligence
• 3 MPU subjects

Year 2 (10 Subjects)

• Advanced Quantitative Methods 1
• Advanced Quantitative Methods 2
• Social Psychology
• Human Personality
• Biopsychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Understanding & Managing Emotion
• Industrial Training
• 2 MPU subjects

Year 3 (5 Subjects)

• Undergraduate Thesis
• Ethics in Psychology
• Abnormal Psychology
• Learning and Cognition
• Career Development & Planning
• Data Analytics for Psychology

Electives
We are proud to offer over 20 electives from different fields of Psychology. Students have the privilege of choosing seven papers in Year 2 and Year 3 from the following:

• Counselling Skills
• Counselling Theories and Techniques
• Conflict Theory and Resolution
• Human Services
• Group Process
• Educational Psychology
• Exceptional Children: Developmental Disorders
• Understanding Child Abuse and Neglect
• Learning Disabilities
• Introduction to Industrial/Organisational Psychology
• Psychology in the Workplace
• Substance Abuse
• Forensic Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
• Youth Work and Services
• Issues in Contemporary Psychology
• Psychology of Eating
• Human Motivation
• Psychology of Film
• Gender Studies
• Qualitative Research

New and different electives are added every year at the department’s discretion.