Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honors)

Overview

American Degree Program in partnership with Arizona State University®

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program aims to produce world-class graduates with sound knowledge of psychology, that is, how people think, feel, act, and interact interpersonally and in groups. By combining the best practices of the American education system, this program aims to provide students with a well-rounded education that meets global standards and prepares them to thrive in the evolving field of psychology. This program is also based on the BA Psychology program at the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Arizona State University. 

 

 

SAE Special Scholarship

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Intakes
January, April, September
Duration
4 Years (full-time)
Career Prospects
  • School Counselor
  • Social/NGO Worker
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Life Coach
  • Academic Tutor
  • Public relations consultant
Estimated Annual Course Fee (Year 2026)
  • RM30,500
    for Malaysian students
  • USD7,616
    for international students
International students must pay their fees in RM equivalent. The USD here is just an indicative/estimation and subject to the prevalent exchange rate

Program Structure

Year 1

Introduction to Psychology
History of Psychology
English Composition 1
English Composition 2
Finite Mathematics
Introduction to Statistics
Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
Computer Applications and IT
AI Foundation and Applications
Elective 1

Year 2

Research Methods
Ethics in Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Community Mental Health
Elective 2
Elective 3
Elective 4
Elective 5
Elective 6

Year 3

Psychological Testing
Educational Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Biological Psychology
Social Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Organizational Psychology
Elective 7
Elective 8

Year 4

Forensic Psychology
Positive Psychology
Psychology of Gender
Personality Theory and Research
Health Psychology
Careers in Psychology
Consumer Psychology
Sensation and Perception
Research Project

Elective Subjects

Principles of Sociology
US History to 1877
Introduction to Environmental Studies
Film Appreciation
Introduction to Philosophy
Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Sustainability
Persuasion and Social Influence
Regional Management Environment

MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

For Local Students
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
  • 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
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
     
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Entry Requirements

American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP)

Completion of ADTP with a minimum CGPA of 2.00

STPM

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

A-Level

Minimum 8 points (minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)

Note: For A-Level points calculation

A = 10 points

B = 8 points

C = 6 points

D = 4 points

E = 2 points

Australian Matriculation

Minimum ATAR score of 50%

Canadian Matriculation

Minimum 50%
 

Monash University Foundation Year

Minimum 50%
 

Foundation Program

Minimum CGPA of 2.00
 

Unified Examination Certificate

Maximum 30 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including English)
 

International Baccalaureate

Completed with a minimum of 24 points (excluding bonus points)
 

Diploma

Minimum CGPA of 2.00 
 

Other Qualifications

Any other equivalent qualifications. An applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
 

English Language Requirements

  • SPM English or its equivalent Credit
  • IELTS Band 6.0 or its equivalent
  • MUET Band 4
  • UEC English B4
  • O-Level English (1119) Credit
  • ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with a minimum of 65%
  • ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programs, Diploma or ADTP where the medium of instruction is English

Specific Requirements

  • Credit in Mathematics and one Science subject at the SPM level or its equivalent or at a higher level.
     

Note: Candidates who do not meet this requirement can still be accepted but they will be required to take and pass the reinforcement course(s) as prerequisite(s) to the related core courses(s) in the programme.

 

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