Faculty of
BEHAVIOURAL
SCIENCES

Understanding Minds, Empowering Lives.

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?

“Psychology is the science of behaviour,
thoughts and feelings.”

Faculty of
BEHAVIOURAL
SCIENCES

One of the largest & the
most established
programmes in Asia.

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?

“Psychology is the science of behaviour,
thoughts and feelings.”

Areas of Psychology

Organisational and
Work Psychology

Helping organisations select, inspire, manage and empower their workers.

Biopsychology and
Neuropsychology

How the brain functions and affects people’s behaviour, thoughts and feelings.

Clinical
Psychology

Applying psychology to understanding, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological dysfunctions.

Cognitive
Psychology

Understanding how people remember, make decisions and process information.

Counselling
Psychology

Helping people deal with adjustment and personal issues.

Developmental
Psychology

How people develop physically, socially and emotionally from infancy to late adulthood.

Educational/
School Psychology

Understanding how people learn to increase teaching effectiveness.

Forensic
Psychology

Applying psychology to legal issues and understanding people who commit crimes.

Health
Psychology

Applying psychology to people’s health issues like substance abuse, accident prevention and stress management.

Social
Psychology

Understanding how people interact with and influence each other.

Organisational and Work Psychology

Biopsychology and Neuropsychology

Clinical
Psychology

Cognitive
Psychology

Counselling
Psychology

Developmental
Psychology

Educational/
School Psychology

Forensic
Psychology

Health
Psychology

Social
Psychology

PROGRAMMES WE OFFER

A Department of Psychology at HELP University initiative empowering lives.

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons)

(Joint degree with Flinder University)

HELP University’s Department of Psychology and Flinders University’s School of Psychology jointly offer the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree.

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons) (Joint degree with Flinder University)

KPT/JPS (R2/311/6/0062) (A10733) 11/27

HELP University’s Department of Psychology and Flinders University’s School of Psychology jointly offer the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

COURSE AIMS

The aims of this course are to develop knowledge of the factors influencing human behaviour and experience, and to provide skills for the application of this knowledge to issues in the real world. Graduates will develop core knowledge in psychological theory and research to prepare them for possible entry into an Honours programme in psychology.The course provides comprehensive knowledge of such fields as learning, motivation, personality, emotion, development across the lifespan, social and cultural influences, biological influences, and mental health. Also integral to the course is the development of critical thinking and research skills, and an understanding of the ethical responsibilities of researchers and psychology clinicians.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

duration

4 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 5, MAY 18,

AUGUST 17

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

TOTAL COURSE FEES

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

HELP University is proud to offer distinct pathways to attain a degree in Psychology. The primary pathway we offer is the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) Programme, which can be completed fully at HELP University.

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

KPT/JPS (R2/311/6/0044) (A10826 ) 10/24

HELP University is proud to offer distinct pathways to attain a degree in Psychology. The primary pathway we offer is the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) Programme, which can be completed fully at HELP University. Students, if they so choose, may also transfer credits to affiliated universities.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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 also have to attain a Pass in SPM Bahasa Melayu. Credit is equivalent to 60 out of 100 marks.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

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

duration

3 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 4, MAY 24,

AUGUST 21

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Master of Clinical Psychology

The Master of Clinical Psychology programme seeks to develop students who are passionate about the well-being of people whose lives have been challenged by various forms of psychological and behavioral disorders.

Master of Clinical Psychology

KPT/JPS (R3/311/7/0019) (A8077) 09/29

The Master of Clinical Psychology programme seeks to train and develop students who are passionate about the well-being of people whose lives have been challenged by various forms of psychological and behavioural disorders.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

PROGRAMME DETAILS

entry requirements

language requirements

duration

2 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 2023

*APPLICATION SUBMISSION 1ST SEPTEMBER 2022

JANUARY 2024

*APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 1ST SEPTEMBER 2023

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Masters in Counselling

The Masters in Counseling programme covers all the main areas of study required of a professional counsellor. It addresses issues in social psychology, developmental psychology, the helping relationship, …

Masters in Counselling

KPT/JPS (R2/762/7/0018) (A6678) 01/28

The Masters in Counseling programme covers all the main areas of study required of a professional counsellor. It addresses issues in social psychology, developmental psychology, the helping relationship, testing and assessment, group work, research methodology, ethics in the helping profession, career guidance and development, and practical work.

The curriculum is also structured according to the requirements of the Standards and Requirements of Training for Counsellors as set by the Malaysian Board of Counsellors.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

PROGRAMME AIMS

The programme will develop professional counsellors capable of meeting the mental health needs of Malaysian society. The course is designed to expose the student to a holistic approach in the field of counselling. The student will find a balance between theory, research and practice.

duration

2 YEARS (FULL-TIME)

3 YEARS (PART-TIME) (Not applicable to international students.)

intakes

January 2024
*Application deadline is 30th September 2023 for local students and 30th August 2023 for international students

campus

HELP Damansara

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Master of Philosophy (MPHIL) in Psychology

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

Master of Philosophy MPHIL in Psychology

KPT/JPS (N/311/7/0109) (MQA/PA10468) 08/23

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students who do not meet these requirements can contact the Department of Psychology for further assessment.

Aims of the Programme

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

Research Areas

The list below covers some broad areas for PhD / MPhil research projects, but is not limited to these areas.

duration

MPhil: Approximately 2 years (full-time)

intakes

Application submission for entry by January, May-August, October-December.

campus

HELP Subang 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

KPT/JPS (N/311/8/0109) (MQA/PA10469) 08/23

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Research Areas

The list below covers some broad areas for PhD / MPhil research projects, but is not limited to these areas.

duration

3 years (full-time).

intakes

January, May-August,

October-December

campus

HELP Subang 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)

KPT/JPS (R2/311/6/0044) (A10826 ) 10/24

HELP University is proud to offer distinct pathways to attain a degree in Psychology. The primary pathway we offer is the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) Programme, which can be completed fully at HELP University. Students, if they so choose, may also transfer credits to affiliated universities.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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 also have to attain a Pass in SPM Bahasa Melayu. Credit is equivalent to 60 out of 100 marks.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

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

duration

3 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 4, MAY 24,

AUGUST 21

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons)

(Joint degree with Flinder University)

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons) (Joint degree with Flinder University)

KPT/JPS (R2/311/6/0062) (A10733) 11/27

HELP University’s Department of Psychology and Flinders University’s School of Psychology jointly offer the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

COURSE AIMS

The aims of this course are to develop knowledge of the factors influencing human behaviour and experience, and to provide skills for the application of this knowledge to issues in the real world. Graduates will develop core knowledge in psychological theory and research to prepare them for possible entry into an Honours programme in psychology.The course provides comprehensive knowledge of such fields as learning, motivation, personality, emotion, development across the lifespan, social and cultural influences, biological influences, and mental health. Also integral to the course is the development of critical thinking and research skills, and an understanding of the ethical responsibilities of researchers and psychology clinicians.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

duration

4 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 5, MAY 18,

AUGUST 17

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

TOTAL COURSE FEES

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Master of Clinical Psychology

Master of Clinical Psychology

KPT/JPS (R3/311/7/0019) (A8077) 09/29

The Master of Clinical Psychology programme seeks to train and develop students who are passionate about the well-being of people whose lives have been challenged by various forms of psychological and behavioural disorders.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

PROGRAMME DETAILS

entry requirements

language requirements

duration

2 YEARS

intakes

JANUARY 2023

*APPLICATION SUBMISSION 1ST SEPTEMBER 2022

JANUARY 2024

*APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 1ST SEPTEMBER 2023

campus

HELP SUBANG 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Masters in Counselling

Masters in Counselling

KPT/JPS (R2/762/7/0018) (A6678) 01/28

The Masters in Counseling programme covers all the main areas of study required of a professional counsellor. It addresses issues in social psychology, developmental psychology, the helping relationship, testing and assessment, group work, research methodology, ethics in the helping profession, career guidance and development, and practical work.

The curriculum is also structured according to the requirements of the Standards and Requirements of Training for Counsellors as set by the Malaysian Board of Counsellors.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

PROGRAMME AIMS

The programme will develop professional counsellors capable of meeting the mental health needs of Malaysian society. The course is designed to expose the student to a holistic approach in the field of counselling. The student will find a balance between theory, research and practice.

duration

2 YEARS (FULL-TIME)

3 YEARS (PART-TIME) (Not applicable to international students.)

intakes

January 2024
*Application deadline is 30th September 2023 for local students and 30th August 2023 for international students

campus

HELP Damansara

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Master of Philosophy (MPHIL) in Psychology

Master of Philosophy MPHIL in Psychology

KPT/JPS (N/311/7/0109) (MQA/PA10468) 08/23

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students who do not meet these requirements can contact the Department of Psychology for further assessment.

Aims of the Programme

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

Research Areas

The list below covers some broad areas for PhD / MPhil research projects, but is not limited to these areas.

duration

MPhil: Approximately 2 years (full-time)

intakes

Application submission for entry by January, May-August, October-December.

campus

HELP Subang 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

KPT/JPS (N/311/8/0109) (MQA/PA10469) 08/23

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff.

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Research Areas

The list below covers some broad areas for PhD / MPhil research projects, but is not limited to these areas.

duration

3 years (full-time).

intakes

January, May-August,

October-December

campus

HELP Subang 2

total course fees

Career prospects

Kindly contact us for more information on entry requirements, programme pathways, subjects listing and to get to know the faculty.

WHY Psychology With help?

Largest Psychology
Department for a Private University in Southeast Asia

One of Southeast Asia’s largest undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology programmes with over 1000 students

Distinguished Academics

A strong faculty of over 50 staff members, with a team of 40 psychology academic staff who specialise in different areas of psychology

High Achieving Students

A facilitative and interactive programme that attracts top student achievers from all over Malaysia and around the world

Strong Research Culture

A strong research culture and infrastructure supported by academic staff who are active in international research

Our Achievers

Millie Ong HELP BPsych (First Class Hons)

Current work/study: Currently pursuing her MSc in Occupational Psychology, University of Sheffield

Rachel Loh Co-Founder, AgriMatch

HELP University Bachelor of Psychology (1st Class Hons), 2019, under HELP CEO Full Scholarship. She was also the sole recipient of the Tan Sri Datuk Paduka Hajjah Saleha Award for academic excellence, outstanding extra-curricular activities and excellent leadership.

Hui Yen Ling Psychology Graduate Tutor, HELP University (HELP)

Completed HELP Bachelor of Psychology degree under Merit Partial Scholarship, scored a 3.72 CGPA, and graduated with 1st Class Hons in 2019. Completed Foundation in Arts at HELP Matriculation Centre (HMC) under Distinction Partial Scholarship and scored a 3.25 CGPA in 2015. Studied at SMK (P) Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur, and scored 5As and 4Bs for SPM, 2013.

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    About HELP

    Since 1986 we have grown steadily and sturdily. We have sustained our student numbers and ensured a robust financial position. We have distinguished ourselves by excelling as a thought leader, an incubator of outstanding graduates, a model of selective excellence, and as a community-caring institution.

    All these years, our educational goals have been to prepare students for fulfilling and productive stages in their life, from their first job, to graduate school until their subsequent career. The drives of our vision are our values which are based on “Pride of Achievement, Sharing Success, The Courage to Be, to Be Compassionate, and to Be Significant.”