Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

Social Sciences
Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology is designed for students who aspire to become leaders in psychological research, academia, or applied practice. The program fosters independent, critical thinking and original research in cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, clinical psychology, social psychology, and neuropsychology. It emphasizes rigorous methodology, ethical considerations, and real-world applications, ensuring graduates are prepared to contribute to advancements in psychology and related fields.
 

Degree:PhD
University:Sunway University
Campus:Kuala Lumpur
Intakes:January, July
Total Credits:80
Application Fee:USD 160
URL:https://sunwayuniversity.edu.my/school-of-medical-life-sciences/courses/doctor-of-philosophy-psychology
Description:

This program allows students to conduct groundbreaking research in their chosen area of psychology. You’ll learn to design studies, analyze data, and effectively communicate findings through publications and presentations. The curriculum includes advanced coursework to deepen your understanding of psychological theories and methodologies, followed by an extensive research project under the guidance of experienced supervisors. Students can also access state-of-the-art facilities like psychology labs, simulation tools, and statistical software.
 

Program Detail
Duration:2 years
Tuition Fee:For International Students, RM 60,000 total program fee
Format:Full-time
Attendance:On Campus Learning
Study Gap:10 years and more
Fees & Funding

Once your eligibility is confirmed, you may proceed with the following payments:
RM 700 Enrolment Fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) 
RM 2,400 Student Pass/ Visa processing fee is paid to EMGS (non-refundable). Indonesian students pay RM 3,400 to EMGS (Student Pass valid for 2 years – Program Duration: 2 years and above)
 

Course Structure/ What You’ll Learn:

Core Modules
Prior to starting their thesis, students complete two taught modules: Advanced Research Methods and Advanced Statistics. These modules help students develop the necessary skills to complete their research proposal.
Thesis
In consultation with their research supervisors, students identify a research problem based on findings from existing research. They then design and conduct research on the identified problem or issue using a range of scientific techniques while following the required ethical standards. They, therefore, make a unique contribution to understanding the issue under consideration or developing new solutions to address the identified problem.

Areas of Research
The Psychology Department has three research groups: Well-being & Community Psychology, Organisational & Work Psychology, and Cognitive & Experimental Psychology. This broad range of expertise means we have research supervision in the following areas:

Healthy Ageing
Mental Health and Well-being
Organisational Health
Individual and the Workplace
Psychology and Sustainability
Education
i.e. learning environment & technology, Inclusive education, etc.


Parenting
i.e socioemotional development, family mealtime, etc


Sexual and Reproductive Health
Cognitive Experimental
i.e. face perception, sense of agency, speech perception, body image, etc.


Psychometrics/Validation Studies
 

Entry Requirement
Academic:Bachelor’s Degree A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or equivalent with a CGPA of 3.00 AND Master’s Degree A Master’s degree in Psychology Other Qualifications Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-to-case basis For case-to-case basis an
Language:
  • IELTS - 7
  • TOEFL - 600 (paper-based)
  • TOEFL - 250 (computer-based)
  • TOEFL - 95 (internet-based)
  • PTE - 50
Others:Cambridge English: 170 (Grade B)/B2 (First/CEFR) Cambridge English: 170 (Grade B)/B2 (Advanced/CEFR) SPM English 1119: 5C
Key Information
Key Info:Opens for application November 1st
Loan Availability:Yes

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