Master of Applied Psychology in Cyberpsychology (ODL)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Applied Psychology in Cyberpsychology (ODL) at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) is delivered as Open & Distance Learning (ODL) and is designed for part-time study with online learning.
The programme covers digital mind and behaviour, cyber workforce mental health, research methods and statistics, ethical and professional issues in psychology, psychometric testing, an applied research project, forensic cyberpsychology and a practicum where you apply cyberpsychology skills in a real setting.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Core Concepts of Cyberpsychology
- Research Methods & Statistics
- Ethical and Professional Issues in Psychology
- Mental Health of Cyber Workforce
- Psychometric Testing
- Research Project
- Forensic Cyberpsychology
- Practicaum
- Elective Modules (Choose 2): Cyberpsychology of Deception OR Consumer & Media Cyberpsychology
- Elective Modules (Choose 2): Cybercognition & Behaviour OR Social Psychology in Cyberspace
- Applied cyberpsychology initiative design, delivery, and reflection in a chosen setting
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core Concepts of Cyberpsychology |
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready cyberpsychology capability that fits roles where human behaviour, digital environments, and online risk all intersect.
- You develop applied data and research competence through Research Methods & Statistics and a Research Project, supporting careers in evidence-based digital mental health work.
- You gain practical experience through the Practicum, preparing you for work that requires supervised initiative delivery in digital, clinical, research, or corporate settings.
- You can specialise toward applied domains such as Forensic Cyberpsychology, helping you position for roles related to cyber-enabled behavioural risk and investigation.
- You strengthen professional and ethical practice in areas like algorithmic bias and data privacy, which is valuable for careers in digital wellbeing and mental health program roles.
- You graduate with a Master of Applied Psychology in Cyberpsychology qualification designed around cybersecurity, online risks, and digital wellbeing, supporting career progression into specialist and coordinator roles.
Employability rate
APU’s course page for this Master’s programme states a 100% employability rate.
This suggests strong graduate demand and stable career prospects for graduates building careers in cyberpsychology-related roles in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. If your prior degree is not Psychology-related, you may need to complete the stated pre-requisite modules (45 credits) before continuing with the Master’s Degree. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme’s English language entry requirement to be allowed to continue in the main programme.
IELTS 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 33000 / total program | Total for international: RM33,000 (fees exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees; excludes 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST)). All fees are payable in Ringgit Malaysia (RM). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants must be able to fund tuition and living expenses for the duration of their study in Malaysia. Keep official evidence of your financial capacity available during the admissions and student-pass process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 30, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Submit your application online
Apply using APU’s official application entry for this programme during the published intake period. Prepare your academic documents and English language proof in advance, and ensure the information you enter matches your certificates and transcripts. If you are required to complete pre-requisite modules based on your bachelor’s background, discuss this during your application review.
Complete admissions assessment and review
APU reviews your application for academic eligibility and English language compliance for international applicants. The programme page notes that rigorous internal assessment may include an interview and other assessments depending on your profile. If your background is not Psychology-related, the review will consider how the pre-requisite modules (45 credits) apply to your pathway.
Accept the offer and proceed for student-pass steps
After you receive an offer, follow the next instructions provided by APU to confirm your enrolment. Ensure you can demonstrate your ability to pay the published tuition and meet any additional required steps for international students in Malaysia. Keep your documents ready for the student-pass process and any follow-up requests from the university.