Diploma in Psychology
This programme will give students exposure to understand problems related to human behaviour through systematic study of behaviour and experiences through scientific methods.
DURATION:
2 Years 8 Months
INTAKE:
January/ April/ July/ October
PROGRAMME APPROVAL CODE:
KPT/JPS(N/311/4/0011) 12/22
MQA/PA 9263
What Will You Learn
- Fundamentals of theories, knowledge, skills and methods in the discipline of Psychology
- Comprehend the human condition, behaviors and experiences
- How to be progressive, innovative, creative and efficient decision-makers of client management
- How to understand and demonstrate sensitivities and responsibilities towards religion, community, culture and environment
- Various aspect of human nature such as human development, behavior, personality, attitudes, perception, cognition, memory, attention, emotion, motivation, and interpersonal relationships.
- Ethical principles and professional code of conduct of the psychologist profession
Programme Introduction
A course in Psychology involves the investigation of human behaviour, probing deeper into how people think, how they learn and how they develop emotionally and socially. Psychology experts use a wide range of methods to conduct research on large groups, specific populations and individuals.
Psychology involves controlling lab experiments, assessing clients on-site or evaluating school tests for learning disabilities. It also delves into topics such as providing the right treatment for people suffering from trauma, mental disorders or substance abuse. They may work with individual clients to understand root causes and offer treatment.
A career in Psychology would land you a job in various branches such as Addiction Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Educational Psychology and more. Depending on career goals, professionals may opt to move into a specialty area that fires their imaginations and promises fulfilling work.
Course Structure
Semester 1
- Introduction to Psychology
- Introduction to Social Psychology
- Communication and Persuasion
- Personality
Semester 2
- Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
- Elementary Statistics
- Basic of Lifespan Development
- Introduction to Motivations and Emotions
Semester 3
- Malaysian Studies
- Communicative English / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Computer Application
Semester 4
- Introduction to Childhood and Adolescence Development
- Fundamental of Cross Cultural Psycholog
- Introduction to Behavior and the Brain
- Basic Research Method in Social Science
- Co-Curriculum
Semester 5
- Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
- Fundamental of Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Basic of Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Introduction to Health Psychology
- Basic of Consumer Behavior
Semester 6
- Introduction to Behavioral Analysis
- Fundamental of Educational Psychology
- Introduction to Criminology
Semester 7
- Fundamental in Entrepreneurship
- Issues and Ethics in the Helping Profession
- Behavior Modification and Intervention
- Principle of Counselling
Semester 8
- Industrial Training
Entry Requirement
- Pass SPM /O Level (Bahasa Melayu & Sejarah)
- Pass Mathematics & General Science / Pure Science
- Minimum 3 Credits in ANY subjects
– OR –
- Pass UEC with minimum Grade B’s in 3 subjects & pass in Mathematics & Science
– OR –
- Pass STPM OR equivalent with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in 1 subject plus a pass in SPM Mathematics & Science
– OR –
- Pass STAM (Maqbul) & a pass in SPM Mathematics & Science
– OR –
- Any other equivalent qualifications
Career Prospect
- Training Officer / Consultant
- Psychologist Assistant
- Marketing Officer / Assistant
- Welfare Assistant Officer
- Human Resource Officer / Assistant
- Sales & Marketing Researcher
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