Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme designed to equip students with knowledge and applied skills in psychology, including research and technology-infused learning.
Across the degree, you will study core and specialised topics, complete a structured internship/industrial training for at least 16 weeks, and finish with final-year investigations and a project module, including elective choices such as Health Psychology or Cyberpsychology and Positive Psychology or Human Factors Psychology.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Intercultural Communication
- Core Concepts in Communication Theories
- Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Ethics in Psychology
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Historical Perspectives in Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Co-Curriculum
- Social Media
- Political Communication
- Psychological Disorders
- Biological Psychology
- Introduction to Research Methods and Qualitative Analysis
- Personality Psychology
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Cognitive Psychology
- Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
- Internship/Industrial Training
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Investigations Module
- Project Module
- Counselling Principles and Philosophy
- Psychological Testing & Measurement
- Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- Conceptual Issues and Critical Debates in Psychology
- Health Psychology OR Cyberpsychology
- Positive Psychology OR Human Factors Psychology
- Investigations Module
- Project Module
- Final Year Project (project completion and assessment)
Curriculum
120 credit hours bachelor programme structure with degree level modules, an internship/industrial training block, and a final year project with electives and MPU/MQA compulsory subjects.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Degree Level 1 common modules and specialised modules plus MPU/MQA compulsory subjects | Intercultural Communication | 3 | 21 |
| Core Concepts in Communication Theories | 3 | |||
| Fundamental of Entrepreneurship | 3 | |||
| Introduction to Psychology | 3 | |||
| Developmental Psychology | 3 | |||
| Ethics in Psychology | 3 | |||
| Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students) | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Degree Level 1 specialised modules plus MPU/MQA compulsory subjects and workplace/professional skills | Historical Perspectives in Psychology | 3 | 21 |
| Social Psychology | 3 | |||
| Educational Psychology | 3 | |||
| Philosophy and Current Issues | 3 | |||
| Workplace Professional Skills | 3 | |||
| Integrity and Anti-corruption | 3 | |||
| Co-Curriculum | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Degree Level 2 common modules and specialised modules | Social Media | 3 | 18 |
| Political Communication | 3 | |||
| Psychological Disorders | 3 | |||
| Biological Psychology | 3 | |||
| Introduction to Research Methods and Qualitative Analysis | 3 | |||
| Personality Psychology | 3 | |||
| Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students) | 0 | |||
| Semester 4 | Degree Level 2 specialised modules plus internship/industrial training preparation and research methods | Cognitive Psychology | 3 | 30 |
| Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology | 3 | |||
| Internship/Industrial Training | 24 | |||
| Workplace Professional Skills | 0 | |||
| Semester 5 | Degree Level 3 final year project preparation and elective module selection | Investigations Module | 6 | 27 |
| Project Module | 6 | |||
| Counselling Principles and Philosophy | 3 | |||
| Psychological Testing & Measurement | 3 | |||
| Industrial and Organisational Psychology | 3 | |||
| Conceptual Issues and Critical Debates in Psychology | 3 | |||
| Health Psychology OR Cyberpsychology | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | Degree Level 3 final year electives and project completion | Positive Psychology OR Human Factors Psychology | 3 | 30 |
| Investigations Module | 3 | |||
| Project Module | 6 | |||
| Final Year Project (project completion and assessment) | 18 | |||
| Total | All degree level modules, internship/industrial training, final year project modules, elective modules, and MQA/MPU compulsory subjects as stipulated by programme requirements | 120 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready psychological knowledge and practical measurement skills, including performing psychological measurements using software and technological tools.
- You graduate with research and evidence-based communication capabilities, including presenting ideas and research findings effectively through written, oral, and visual communication.
- You gain real workplace readiness through a minimum 16-week Internship/Industrial Training designed to help you transition from classroom learning to professional practice.
- You prepare for psychology careers in mental health and psychological wellbeing-focused roles by studying mental health in the context of the discipline and practice.
- You develop technology-informed psychology capabilities through modules such as Cyberpsychology, helping you understand human behaviour in digital environments.
- You can tailor your final-year focus with elective choices such as Health Psychology, Cyberpsychology, Positive Psychology, or Human Factors Psychology, aligning your learning to your career direction.
- You graduate with a qualification offered through a globally recognised dual award pathway with De Montfort University (DMU), supporting your international mobility.
Employability rate
APU presents a 100% employability rate for this Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology programme.
Together, this indicates strong graduate demand and a stable pathway into psychology- and well-being-related roles for students who complete the programme.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International applicants (foreign qualifications) | Direct entry to Level 1 is available with study qualifications recognised by APU as equivalent to Malaysia’s STPM, A-Level, UEC, or Matriculation/Foundation pathways. For entry to Level 2, APU accepts approved diplomas and equivalent qualifications, subject to APU Academic Board approval for credit transfer. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | Direct match | Students apply psychology knowledge and research methods through the programme’s structured modules, including introduction to psychology and research-focused modules. |
Language requirements
International students must demonstrate English proficiency as part of the admission process. The accepted tests and minimum scores for this programme are listed below.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 108500 / total program | Total for international students RM 108,500 for Years 1–3 (fees stated here exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees, and exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should prepare to show sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs for the duration of study. The exact amount and format can vary based on your student pass requirements and the guidance available at the time of application.
- Proof of funds for tuition and living expenses as required for your student pass application process
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Check entry eligibility (international applicants)
Review the international entry requirements for this programme and confirm your foreign qualification is accepted for direct entry to Level 1 or for entry to Level 2 via an approved diploma pathway. If you do not have required subject credits for mathematics and science pathways, note that APU may require enhancement courses as pre-requisites. Gather your academic documents and English language evidence early so you can complete your application within the published deadlines.
Submit the online application during the intake window
Use APU’s official application channel to submit your application for the selected intake season. Complete all required fields and upload your documents in the requested format. Ensure your English language test report matches the programme minimum scores listed in the entry requirements section before you submit.
Prepare student pass processing after admission
After you are admitted, follow APU’s international student procedures for the next steps toward your student pass. Plan your timeline so that your English proficiency documents and academic records are ready for review when requested. Keep copies of your submitted documents for your records.