Psychology

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Psychology
The study of human behaviour and the application of psychology is one of the fastest growing
careers in the developing world today. It has applications in medicine, education, business, social
policy and technology. As societies advance, intelligent lifestyles require greater control over
emotional, behavioural and mental abilities. An undergraduate degree in Psychology is the first
step towards personal and career advancement.

In offering this programme, Sunway University College strives to produce graduates who have
a thorough understanding of the principles of human behaviour and are able to apply these
principles in dealing with real-life issues and enhancing human potentials.

Sunway University College is an elite Tier 5 member in the 2009 MQA Rating System for Malaysian
Higher Education Institutions (SETARA’09) that measures quality of teaching and learning at
the undergraduate level in universities and university colleges in Malaysia. It is another way of
recognising our excellent academics and graduates.

Critical Thinking • Communication • Independent Research Ability Skills • Leadership

Why Study Psychology
at Sunway University College?
We want you to be more than a just well-versed talking head on psychology,
we make sure you acquire skills that truly enable you to connect and communicate.

• A psychology graduate of Sunway will develop skills in:

• Administering basic psychological tests
• Running basic group programmes
• Understanding the principles of child behaviour control
• Designing and carrying out investigations to understand problems
• Analysing and interpreting data
• Being able to develop structured lesson plans and instruct a group
• Being able to critically examine ethical problems from various philosophical orientations

• Our students learn practical skills in a community, health and corporate settings through:
• Community and clinical work where students get hands-on experience working with
children and families
• Internships
• Local and international research collaborations

• At Sunway, psychology students are trained using the most professional facilities for practical
learning. A specialised psychology laboratory is used to teach science-based psychology subjects
along with:
• Computing facilities with statistical software, psychological experiments and simulations
• Observation rooms to conduct child development assessments, interviewing techniques
and small group work
• Pet Laboratory to observe the behaviours of various small animals
• Unlimited access to Online Electronic Psychology Journal Databases
Meet Our Lecturers
EXPERIENCED • DYNAMIC • DEDICATED

DR. LIN MEI-HUA Industrial/Organisational Psychologist

Research Interests
• Cross-cultural differences in cognition
• Decision making
Plly Conum & sense making
Zrit
Psychology issues
• Organisational
Plly Conum Zrit
Psychology

Ms. Elaine Yong

Plly Conum Zrit
Developmental Psychologist
Psychology
Research Interests
• Learning and teaching strategies in kindergartens
• Infant memory
• Infant's language development
• Children's social skills
• Family meal times and adolescents development
• Adolescent body image and self-esteem
• Children and animals

Dr. Alia Azalea Industrial/Organisational Psychologist

Research Interests
• Personality
• Organisational issues
• Cross-cultural issues

Dr. Priyadarshini Industrial/Organisational Psychologist

Research Interests
Srinivasan • Occupational stress
• Marital relations - Work - Family conflict
• Organisational behaviour
• Training and development in organisational
settings
• Yoga training
• Leadership styles and grooming entrepreuner ship
• Women at work
• Health issues in organisations
“ Like all science, psychology is knowledge;
and like science again, it is knowledge of a definite
thing, the mind.”
James M. Baldwin

Ms. Woo Pei Jun Developmental Psychologist

Research InterestsPlly Conum Zrit
• The effects ofPsychology
acculturation in eating disorder
• Risk factors of eating disorders in the Malaysian context
Plly Conum Zrit Plly Conum Zrit
Psychology • Effects of childcare subsidy on employee well-being
Psychology
• Factors that influence job seekers' application decisions
• An investigation of cognitive and behavioural problems
in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactility Disorder
and Speech Delay
• The relationship among victimisation, perceived social
support and depression
• Bullying amongst youth: An investigation among the
relationship between bullying, social support and
school attitudes
• School Learning Disability Survey

Ms. Grace Yap Counselling Psychologist

Research Interests
• Young adults and personalities
• Marital issues
• Aging and elderly care
• Father figure involvement in shaping personality

Dr. JAYARAJ Applied Psychologist

Research Interests
• Emotional intelligence and marital adjustments
• Gestures among hearing impaired children, normal
children and adults
A Tradition of Success

Cross cultural psychology inspires Classes are interesting as lecturers I apply skills and abilities I learned
me. I learned about people’s impart knowledge that inspires as a psychology student to my
attitudes, values and behaviours, us. Abnormal Psychology gave current job. I utilise methods from
and how they are shaped by me the chance to have a better my programme to encourage
culture. That is why psychologists understanding of mental disorders employees and use personality
need to develop cultural sensitivity. and helped to correct stigma and assessments for recruitment and
prejudices. employee development.
INDRI GITTA EDRIA
3rd year student of Sunway CHAN KA WENG CHEAH RENN ZHERN
BSc (Hons) Psychology 3rd year student of Sunway Graduate of Sunway
BSc (Hons) Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology
Human Capital Development
Executive, Sunway City Berhad
We have a proud tradition of being the stepping stone to success.
Many of our graduates have successfully moved on to further
their studies at renowned universities or pursue rewarding careers
of their choice.

I learned various psychological Understanding the underlying What I love most in psychology is
assessments which are appropriate processes which intertwine in Pet Behavioural Studies as it not
for different clinical cases and our everyday lives like Motivation only taught me to love animals but
behavioural techniques to manage and Emotion, has allowed me to gave me a better understanding
children’s behaviours. I gained first- have much input in the way I can of why they act in a particular
hand experience in conducting regulate and aid in maximising my manner. I want to devote myself
infant experiments along with behaviours and potential. to my passion which is protecting
administering development animals.
assessments on infants. SYED ABDUL QADER BIN SYED
ABDUL RAHMAN ALSAGOFF SARAH AHMED SAEED
2nd year student of Sunway AHMED MADHI
HO LI QUIN BSc (Hons) Psychology 2nd year student of Sunway
3rd year student of Sunway BSc (Hons) Psychology
BSc (Hons) Psychology
Worldwide Connections:
University Partner
Success is a culmination of teamwork and strong partnership.
We have long been in alliance with some of the most accomplished
institution of higher learning to ensure that our students get the
best in education.

Lancaster University Affiliation

Sunway University College is affiliated with Lancaster University, UK, a world-class
institution of higher learning which has consistently maintained its high rankings
over the years in numerous reputable league tables.

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as a centre for excellence in teaching, scholarship and research. The institution is
currently ranked as a top 10 UK university in the Times Good University Guide 2011, 8th
in the Independent’s Complete University Guide 2011, 6th in the Guardian University
Guide 2011 and 124th in THE World University Rankings 2010 – 2011. Psychology

Lancaster University is also a member of the prestigious N8 Group which consists of

eight (8) of the most research intensive universities in northern England. The institution
continues to sustain its reputation for teaching and research excellence both nationally
and internationally by bringing universities, businesses and communities together. An
example of this is the InfoLab21 at Lancaster University, which is an award-winning
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technologies and has a successful history of working with Microsoft, BT Labs, Orange,
Cisco, Nokia and Ford. Additionally, the Lancaster University Management School
(LUMS) is a triple-accredited, world-ranked management school, consistently among
the UK’s top five.
Psychology
The degree programmes developed and conducted at Sunway University College
are validated by Lancaster University, UK. Our students who successfully complete
these undergraduate programmes will be awarded two certificates, making them
graduates of both Sunway University College and Lancaster University.

photographed by Jill Jennings

Education Pathway

Masters/Ph.D in Psychology

MSc in Organisational Psychology Employment Opportunities

(Pending MQA approval)

BSc (Hons) Psychology

(3 Years)

Sunway Foundation in Arts

A-Level/Australian Matriculation/Canadian Matriculation/
Monash University Foundation Year/
STPM/UEC or equivalent
(1 year)

SPM/O-Level/Equivalent

Teaching & Assessments

Students are expected to spend time on lectures,
tutorials, guided reading and report writing.
They are guided through project work which
emphasises problem definition, solution generation,
statistical evaluation and programme development,
preparing them to meet the demands of working life.
Pathway
to a Degree
Foundation in Arts

The Foundation in Arts is an exclusive pre-university programme at Sunway University College. It is an ideal
programme to prepare post-secondary school students to go directly into Sunway’s own undergraduate
programmes which are validated by Lancaster University, UK.

This foundation programme emphasises the development of well-rounded students in both numerical and
communication skills through structured subjects in Mathematics and English throughout every semester.

In order to have a good basic grasp of the academic rigour of undergraduate life, a range of electives is available from
business subjects to computing, from finance to psychology. Enrichment electives such as Culture and Ideas, Culture
and Performance, and Critical Thinking Skills, are avenues for students to explore ideas beyond their academic courses
and develop into independent thinkers.

Academic Calendar
Academic Advisor
Intakes
Each student is assigned an Advisor who will provide academic guidance
and monitor the student’s progress. A progress report will be sent every January, March, July
semester to the parents/guardian to ensure that they are up-to-date with
the student’s development in the programme. Duration
1 Year
Entry requirements
Minimum five (5) credits in SPM, O-Level or equivalent. EXAMINATIONS
Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results. End of November, February, June

Core Subjects (4 credits) Academic Electives (4 credits) Enrichment Subjects (2 credits)

Mathematics Computer Science • Culture and Ideas

• Contemporary Business • Computer Science and Applications • Culture and Performance
Mathematics • Database Management and • Business Communication
• Mathematical Techniques Programming • Critical Thinking Skills
and Analysis • Introduction to Psychology
• Statistical Techniques Accounting
• Introduction to Accounting Techniques
English • Accounting Processes and Reports
• Language and Communication • World of Business Finance
• Communication:
Audience and Context Management
• Language and Knowledge • Microeconomics: Concepts and Models
• Macroeconomics: The Global View
• Management and Marketing

Communication (Coming Soon)

• Introduction to Advertising and Design
• Introduction to Mass Communication

As per Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass a module each in Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic
Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if a credit in Bahasa Melayu has been obtained at SPM level).
KP/JPS (KA 6381/A6381) 03/11
BSc (Hons)
Psychology

JPT/BPP(U) (KA10607) 07/14

In Psychology,
we study how
we think and
how thoughts
contribute to
how we feel
BSc (Hons) Psychology Lecturer’s Words
of Wisdom
• Mathematics plays an integral part
in psychological studies as statistics
are produced to reflect and represent
This degree programme provides a strong theoretical foundation and findings. Don’t think you can run away
from math!
subsequently, equips students with the basic skills in the science of human
• Proficiency in English is very important
behaviour. Academic materials for the programme are based on scientific
because this course reviews a lot
principles that are the result of decades of experimentation and study. of materials in that language and
Course subjects have been chosen based on their relevance to practising students are expected to produce
psychologists and with regards to requirements for psychology. strong academic papers and attend
symposiums.

What is this Find out if you’re suitable for Psychology

programme about? are a good listener
• The study of human behaviours. enjoy observing and analysing people
• Doing research and analysing are patient and caring
behavioural pattern. intrigued by the behaviours of people and animals
• Understanding emotional, are a people person
behavioural and mental abilities. like to devise and research to explore human behaviour and personalities
want to develop a range of skills for a range of careers

Career Prospect
Students study both psychological and social science subjects to so that they are trained in their critical thinking,
independent research ability, communication skills and relationship. When they graduate, they are equipped with
highly sought after skills that employers look out for especially in research and human relationships related jobs.

• Teaching Children with Special Needs • Journalism and Media

• Child Development • Public Relations
• Mental Health Aid in a Psychiatric Clinic • Statistical Research Executive
• Special Needs Resource • Human Resource
• Market Research • Developing Educational Books
• Advertising

This programme is a prerequisite for those planning to pursue Psychology at the postgraduate level. Students may decide to
pursue Master or Doctoral degrees in clinical, educational, organisational, developmental, sports or neurological psychology.

Programme Structure

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

PSY 1014 Introductory Psychology PSY 2014 Psychology of Learning and Education PSY 3013 Advanced Topics in
PSY 1024 Social Psychology PSY 2024 Personality Psychology Psychology
PSY 1034 Developmental Psychology PSY 2034 Theories of Counselling PSY 3024 Behaviour Modification
PSY 1044 Organisational Psychology PSY 2044 Abnormal Psychology PSY 3034 Learning Disabilities
PSY 1054 Motivation & Emotion PSY 2054 Applied Developmental Psychology PSY 3043 History of Psychology
STA 1014 Introduction to Statistics PSY 2064 Brain & Behaviour PRJ 3026 Research Project
RSM 1014 Research Methods PSY 2074 Psychological Testing INT 3026 Internship
PSY 1063 Pet Behavioural Studies PSY 2084 Cognition & Perception UCS 3001 Leadership
PSY 1073 Community Mental Health PSY 2094 Cross-Cultural Psychology
UCS 1000 Study Skills UCS 2001 Communication Skills
UCS 1003 English for Psychology

As per Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass a module each in Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic
Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if a credit in Bahasa Melayu has been obtained at SPM level).
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements

STPM Average B- (CGPA 2.67 minimum 2 principals or best 2 subjects)

A-Level CDD/BC (14 points)
Australian Matriculation ATAR 65
Canadian Matriculation 70%
MUFY 240
Sunway Foundation in Arts 65%
UEC Maximum 22 points (5 subjects, excluding Chinese and non-academic subjects).
International Baccalaureate 26, based on 6 subjects

Conditional offers may also be awarded on a case-by-case basis to students who narrowly miss the full entry requirements.

Mathematics and Science Requirements

The BSc (Hons) Psychology requires prospective students to provide evidence of competency in Science and Mathematics
subjects. These minimum requirements are:

• SPM/O-Level/Pre-university: • Independent Chinese Schools:

• Credit in General Mathematics • B in Science & Mathematics (Junior Middle 3 Exams)
• Credit in any of the following subjects:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics or General Science

English Language Requirements

TOEFL 550 Paper-based (213 Computer-based; 80 Internet-based)

IELTS 6.0
MUET Band 5
SPM A1/A2 or A+/A/A-
UEC English B3
O-Level English (1119) B3
Sunway Intensive English Programme Pass Level 4 with 65% minimum.
Other English requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Assistance

Sunway University College welcomes students who want to work hard and try their best to become professional psychologists.
For students who have met all the academic entry requirements but may still have some difficulties with English, additional classes
and remedial help in the English language can be arranged through Sunway University College’s English Language Department.

Other Qualifications
Those who possess other international qualifications and are looking to transfer credits (i.e. diploma or degree) will be considered
on a case-by-case basis.

Academic Calendar
Intakes ACADEMIC YEAR STRUCTURE
March & August Two long semesters (14 weeks) and
One short semester (7 weeks) each year
Duration
3 Years Breaks
Several Mid-semester and End-of-semester breaks each year
Contributing to Society

At Sunway University College, staff and students are encouraged to get involved in a variety of
community projects.
They do this either via providing community information, research or through skills training
workshops. The following are some of the more recent projects that staff and students have recently
been involved in:

National Institute for Youth Development Research

The National Institute for Youth Development Research was set up by the Minister of Youth and Sports to provide professional
advice on youth issues. Dr Teoh Hsien-Jin, Ms Woo Pei Jun and Ms Cheong Sau Kuan have been involved in the development
of research projects on youth which has contributed towards policy for Youth Development in Malaysia. Current projects
include projects that involve youth mental health, lifestyle and attitudes. The collaboration with many government think-tanks
and ministries has made development of the projects possible.

Parenting at Work, Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development 

The Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development has recently launched the Parenting at Work programme aiming
to assist working parents with skills to manage a healthy lifestyle at work and at home. Ms Woo Pei Jun played an active role
in the development of the training modules and together with her colleagues, Ms Cheong Sau Kuan and Ms Elaine Yong,
assisted in running some of these training programmes for ministry staff and the participant activity modules.

Nutrition Society of Malaysia/Malaysian Paediatric Association

The society has been set-up to promote healthy living and nutrition amongst young children. The staff regularly assist
programmes through public talks on children mental health, eating habits and positive parenting.

Emmanuel Care Centre

The Emmanuel Care Centre was set up to assist children with learning and developmental disabilities. Ms Woo Pei Jun has
assisted with services in the centre through providing expert advice in diagnosis and rehabilitation for children. Some of our
students have also had their internship placement at the centre.

National Autism Society of Malaysia

The National Autism Society of Malaysia is concerned with the services that are being provided for autistic children.
These services include assessments and diagnosis, training in self-care skills, motor skills, speech and early intellectual development.
Ms Woo Pei Jun assists in the society through her involvement as a consultant to the National Advisory Council.
Amway One-By-One Campaign for Children
The Amway One-By-One Campaign for children was set up in Malaysia to promote positive mental health amongst Malaysian
Children. The campaign includes parenting workshops, social skills training for children, parent-child interaction camps, and a
series of mental health education articles in the English, Malay and Chinese newspapers. The staff and students of the Department
of Psychology have been regularly involved in running this programme, with the support of Amway Malaysia.

IT Shared Services
Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan and Dr. Lin Mei-Hua conducted a survey to analyse the reasons for effective performance among
employees, especially in terms of increasing motivation and lowering the turnover intentions. The survey was carried out with
a sample of 60 employees on various organisational concepts and employees’ reaction and well being. Concepts which affect
turnover intentions, work motivation and job satisfaction were identified and a detailed report was prepared and presented
to the Director of the organisation.

Wellness Project
Dr. Lin Mei-Hua, Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan and Ms Cheong Sau Kuan are involved in a wellness intervention programme
for employees of a hospitality organisation. The client is concerned by the high medical claims and increased level of job
turnover among their employees, therefore, as consultants, Dr. Lin, Dr. Priya and Ms Cheong conducted a careful, thorough
observation of the work setting and conducted focus groups. To follow is a survey to be administered to all employees.
Based on the survey results a suitable intervention programme will be recommended.

Diversity Awareness Programme

Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan and Dr. Alia Azalea are in the process of conducting a Diversity Awareness Programme for a
major pharmaceutical organisation. An assessment and training will be conducted to address the issue of stereotyping and
unconscious biasness among the employees of the organization. Such programme will help the organization to understand
the possible process of their hiring decisions.
Career Placement & Alumni
PRePARE, the core of Sunway Career Services, is designed to equip students with the right
tools and essential skills, aiming to create ‘employable’ graduates so as to prepare them for
the working world.
Through our programmes and activities, we also hope to foster good partnerships with
employers in supporting their recruitment needs.

Students

PRePARE is dedicated to accomplishing its 3 main

objectives on campus:
• eQUIP students with essential skills
• eNHANCE students’ career development in the
working world
• eMPOWER students to take confident steps in building
their career

Employers

• PRePARE seeks to foster partnerships with esteemed

employers in their recruiting endeavours by creating
various opportunities for recruitment activities through
events such as career fairs and career talks.
• Through our activities, we hope to expose students to
the different careers, and at the same time give
employers access to the graduates market.

Alumni

• PRePARE supports the Sunway Alumni by providing an

avenue for members to build their careers.
• PRePARE makes available various resources and
opportunities for members to further establish their
careers and even network with the employers.
Alumni members also have access to PRePARE Job
Centre where they can seek employment opportunities.
Scholarships
We place much emphasis on education and offer a number of scholarships to
deserving students:

The Entrance Scholarship is offered to all new students; SPM leavers entering into
Tan Sri Dato’ Pre-University programmes and Pre-University graduates entering into undergraduate
Seri Dr. Jeffrey programmes, in recognition of their excellent academic achievements prior to admission into
Cheah Entrance a new programme in Sunway University College.
Scholarship
& Continuing The Continuing Scholarship is only offered to students continuing their studies (at diploma
Scholarship or undergraduate level) with Sunway University College upon graduating from their Pre-
University/Foundation/Diploma Programme here with us or from Sunway Group of Colleges.

The Scholarship is offered in the name of Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah, Foundation
Chancellor of Sunway University College, and Sir Christian Bonington, Chancellor of
Lancaster University. It commemorates the affiliation between Sunway University College
and Lancaster University in Joint Degree Programmes in Business, Computer Technology, The Chancellors
Hospitality and Psychology. Scholarship
of Sunway
Applicants are required to achieve outstanding academic results for entry into the BSc University College
(Hons) Psychology and possess leadership qualities, self-motivation and positive attitude. and Lancaster
Scholarship rewards students with: University
• Full Reduction in Tuition Fees
• Two Weeks Study Visit to Lancaster University during their final/third year of studies

Tan Sri Dato’

Seri Dr. This is a nominated award for students who have achieved outstanding results in their
Jeffrey Cheah individual academic programme upon completion at Sunway University College. Each award
Scholastic recipient will receive a RM2000 cash prize and a Scholastic Award Certificate.
Award

Financial Aid
Students can also seek other financial aid from PTPTN or EPF as below.

Students can withdraw

Students can apply funds from their EPF
for PTPTN loan or Account to help finance
Scholarships based on a degree education of
their results. PTPTN EPF their choice. For more
For more information, information on how to
kindly visit go about this, kindly visit
www.ptptn.gov.my www.kwsp.gov.my

Kindly refer to our Scholarship Brochure for more details or seek further information from our Admission and
Counselling Unit located on the Ground Floor of Sunway University College.
Campus Facilities

The state-of-the-art facilities on campus allow psychology students to focus on

research. They have access to laboratories supporting special purposes like the
Pet Laboratory and specialised Psychology Laboratories. Observation Rooms are
used for students to learn about developmental and cognitive tests, cross cultural
surveys and the Mullen Scales of Early Learning for young children.
For your studying pleasure, the Main Campus building is fitted with 24-hour
wireless internet (Wi-Fi) access, so you can study anywhere from the foyer to the
Roof Top Garden. This is complemented by top-notch learning facilities like air-
conditioned classrooms and lecture halls, modern science laboratories and the
expansive Tun Hussein Onn Library.
Student life here is simply convenient with amenities that meet all your needs:
a bookshop, computer labs to print, scan or photocopy assignments, a cafeteria,
recreational and sports facilities, and a Student Centre - a cosy place with a sick bay,
counselling services and more.
A campus bus service of several different routes within the Klang Valley is also
available.
Life on Campus
Whether you are from Batu Pahat or Burkina Faso, we welcome you to our student-
friendly campus where hunger is a foreign concept, and comfortable on-campus
living and a safe environment are top priorities.

Food For Thought

Eating outlets and places to chill out are aplenty
on and around campus. The spacious cafeteria is a
great on-campus place to hang out which includes a
canteen and more than 10 different stalls that serve
full meals or snacks at reasonable prices. Beyond
the campus compound, students are spoilt for
choice by the many restaurants and an immensely
popular food centre, all offering an endless variety
of delicious food with something for everyone at a
student-friendly budget.

On-Campus Accommodation
On-campus living makes it easy to get up and
about to and from classes every day. It is a home
away from home where students get to meet new
friends, learn new cultures and experience living
independently. Everything is within walking distance
from our campus - hospital, shopping mall, theme
park, restaurants and banks. Choose between the
communal living of the Sun-U Apartment or the
condominium lifestyle of Sun-U Residence. A caring
hostel master is on hand to oversee the welfare of
every occupant.

Safety & Security

Here, the committed security team is made up of
Auxiliary Police and trained professionals who work
around the clock to ensure that every day is a smooth
and peaceful one.
Whenever a student feels under the weather, they
can make their way to the sick bay. Endearingly
known as Nightingale Bay, it is situated near the
cafeteria where a matronly Registered Nurse is on
duty and well-equipped to handle minor ailments.
Out of the Box
Our Psychology degree nurtures students through traditional means complemented
with learning outside the classrooms. Participation in student activities such as: our very
own Psychology Club, field trips and educational workshops, moulds them into effective
leaders and communicators.

Mid-Autumn merrymaking

Promoting friendships and

strengthening the ties that bind
the Psychology family through
exciting gatherings and outings. Return of the Retro

Students learn through hands-on learning and

psychology experiments in specialised labs.
Academic Synposium 2010
with a theme of :
The Influence of
Sociocultural Pressures on Field trip: Mental institution
Thought Processes

Specialised workshops as a platform

to learn and exchange ideas with
peers and professionals.

Theme Day: NERDS

Annual dinners

Lecturers and students enjoy a close-knit bond with

the quirky Theme Days and many other social events.
Subject Outline
University Compulsory Subjects

UCS 1000 STUDY SKILLS UCS 3001 LEADERSHIP

The objective of this subject is to prepare students to The focus is on the role of leadership in the context of
be more organised and self-reliant in their learning corporate management and strategy. The theories of
by developing a set of specific skills necessary leadership, the characteristics and role of leadership,
for successful study. For example, listening and conflict management, change management and
reading skills, effective note taking, efficient time cross-cultural issues (e.g. cultural values that affect
management, independent research, maximising perceptions of leadership and leadership styles) will
knowledge acquisition and critical thinking ability be discussed.
through collaborative learning (or learning through the
exchange of ideas).

UCS 1003 ENGLISH FOR PSYCHOLOGY

An important aspect of advancing professional
education in the field of psychology is to be able to keep
up-to-date with scientific publications. Many of these
publications are in English. Hence, a strong foundation in
English is necessary. This subject focuses on few aspects
in the learning of English for psychological studies. It
helps students to improve their reading strategies for
processing academic texts. It also develops the following
areas of academic language use, namely, listening to
lectures and making notes, writing essays and papers,
and participating in small-group discussions.

UCS 2001 COMMUNICATION SKILLS

The subject introduces the basic elements of oral
communication, the various factors that determine
effective communication and the application of
communication skills in a variety of academic, business
and social contexts. A variety of communication activities
in presentation and discussion formats are incorporated
to allow for understanding, practice and the mastering
of basic concepts in communicating.
Psychology Subjects

PSY 1014 INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY RSM 1014 RESEARCH METHODS

This introductory subject covers methods, data, and The prerequisite to developing a thesis for students
theoretical interpretations in areas of learning, sensory involves a thorough understanding of how experiments
psychology, and psycho-physiology. Developmental, are developed. With this in mind, students are required
social, personality and abnormal psychology are also to understand the construction of surveys and survey
included. methodology, single case-study designs, matched
subject designs and repeated measure designs. In
PSY 1024 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY addition, an understanding of the kinds of analysis
Social Psychology looks at how individuals are affected employed in each experimental design is explored. This
by their social environment. Topics include attitude, unit instructs students on how to write research reports
conformity, friendship formation and group dynamics. in a systematic and standardised manner.
Tutorials include projects that require students to
research social situations in greater depth. PSY 1063 PET BEHAVIOURAL STUDIES
Almost all theories of psychology originated with
PSY 1034 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY observations and studies of the animal world. The aim
This subject examines the different stages that humans of this module is to introduce the student to the world
go through in their development process. It also explores of domesticated pets. During the course, the student will
how some of these processes change during one’s life be exposed to a wide variety of topics on animals that
span. This unit examines aspects of human development are aimed at improving their sensitivity and awareness
such as memory, attention, intelligence, speech and to the animal world. Through this course, they gain a
language, social and moral values, and motor abilities. In healthy respect for these animals that also have feelings.
addition to lectures, there are tutorials and small projects The course covers a variety of topics, ranging from
that require students to pay attention to various aspects perception and cognition, health, abnormal behaviours,
of human development. animal assisted therapy and education, to human-animal
relationships.
PSY 1044 ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Topics include recruiting, selecting, appraising and training PSY 1073 COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
employees, motivation of work, work performance and All professional psychologists will eventually contribute in
its measurements, job satisfaction, occupational stress, some way towards educating the community on a wide
leadership and group communication. It also includes a range of mental health issues. This module introduces
section on Occupational Health and Safety that considers the student to a wide variety of general mental health
the rights of employees, safety and health programmes, issues. Many of the applications of these concepts are
effective communication and sexual harassment. to concern family and working environment that the
student may encounter in the future. Through a mixture
PSY 1054 MOTIVATION AND EMOTION of theoretical principles and public health information,
What keeps people motivated? This subject examines the this module intends to equip the student with a variety
various theories of motivation. The perspectives taken of positive mental health skills which they can eventually
include: need theory, instrumentality theory, comparison impart to the general audience.
theory, goal setting theory and reinforcement theory.
In addition, the subject examines how emotions are
formed and what affects them. In this context, the role
of emotions in bringing about mental health disorders is
similarly examined.

STA 1014 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS

This subject examines the nature of statistical data,
ordering and manipulation of data, measures of central
tendency and dispersion, and elementary probability.
Concepts of statistical inference, estimation and
hypothesis testing are explored as well. Special topics
include means, frequency tables, standard deviations, t-
tests, correlation, analysis of variance and non-parametric
methods.
PSY 2014 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND
EDUCATION
This subject introduces the theoretical basis of learning to
students. It begins with the study of Classical Behaviourist
Theory and moves towards Operant Conditioning. In the
context of the environment, the Social Learning Theory
is introduced and followed by more recent models
of learning such as the Information Processing Model
and the Cognitive Learning Theory. This course will also
examine methods of curriculum design, motivating
students, controlling class behaviour and maintaining
students’ attention.

PSY 2024 PERSONALITY PSYCHOLOGY

This subject concerns the study of personality. It
examines each of the major theories of personality. In
addition, it looks at the factors that affect personality
development. There is also emphasis on measurements
and practical applications of personality to medical and
industrial settings.

PSY 2034 THEORIES OF COUNSELLING

An overview of the various theories of counselling
is provided in this subject. Theories covered include: PSY 2074 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
Cognitive Theories, Behavioural Theories, Rational The purpose of this subject is to introduce students
Emotive Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Family Therapy to psychological tests that are commonly used in
(System’s Theory), Client-Centred Therapy, Gestalt applied settings: IQ tests, Adaptive tests, Language
Therapy and Group Therapy. tests, Mathematics tests, Personality tests, tests of
Affect and tests of Behaviour. It is also the intention of
PSY 2044 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY this unit to make sure that students clearly understand
This subject studies the forms of abnormal behaviour, the meaning of concepts such as percentiles, standard
aetiology, development, interpretation and final deviations, means and clinical cut-off scores. Tutorials
manifestation. It is research-based and provides students and practical work are designed to provide students
with an understanding of the current approaches to with basic skills in interviewing, testing, systematic
treatment. Topics covered include personality disorders, observation and report writing.
schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and mood disorder
based on the DSM-IV. This unit also examines the PSY 2084 COGNITION AND PERCEPTION
importance of professional issues such as ethics and This subject is an introduction to Cognitive Psychology
malpractice. The unit is essential for those intending to and Sensory Perception. Cognitive Psychology concerns
pursue Clinical Psychology at the graduate level. how humans acquire, process and represent information.
Lectures on cognition focus on theories, concepts, and
PSY 2054 APPLIED DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY empirical findings related to topics such as language
This is a final year subject which introduces students to a and reading; contemporary models of memory; thinking
range of applied issues in developmental psychology. It and reasoning; and decision making. It also examines
examines children in different settings (family, school, peer the structure and functions of the sensory systems such
group and hospital) and discusses important influences as vision, hearing and touch. The perception lectures
on children’s lives (the media, law, health and drugs). address how sensory abilities are measured and their
In addition, it examines the plight and predicament limitations. Attention is also paid to the use of measures
of the elderly when their physical and mental abilities of sensory capacity in understanding more complex
begin to deteriorate. The prescribed readings, lectures problems such as reading disabilities.
and practical work cover applied aspects of normal and
typical development from birth to old age. PSY 2094 CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
Understanding how local culture interacts with and
PSY 2064 BRAIN AND BEHAVIOUR subsequently affects human behaviour is crucial when
trying to solve behavioural and emotional problems. This
This subject focuses on the effects that biological and
course examines the way cultures differ, and how humans
chemical processes have on behaviour. The topics
perceive, think, feel, strive and relate to others. During
covered include brain damage, sensory deprivation,
the lectures, the social and inter-personal interactions,
psychopharmacology, attention deficit, visual system,
industrial practices and values between Malaysian and
memory, sleep, hormones and sex, and substance abuse.
other cultures are examined through project work,
It also examines the chemical processes associated with
research and lectures.
motivation.
PSY 3013 ADVANCED TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY PSY 3043 HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY
This consists of a series of lectures on a wide range of This subject examines the philosophical and historical
topics that are typical to the field of psychology. These development of knowledge within psychology and
lectures examine the psychologist’s perspectives on the how these critical issues impact on the current beliefs
following areas: aviation, divorce, health, and ethics. concerning the objective nature of psychology as a
discipline, together with its limitations. It also compares
PSY 3024 BEHAVIOURAL MODIFICATION and contrasts the development of Western-based
Many things within the environment shape a child’s and Eastern-based knowledge, and their relevance for
behaviour. If behaviours are not brought under control, modern psychology. Topics will include philosophy of
the result is Oppositional Defiant Disorder. This lecture the mind, metaphysics and philosophy of science as
series looks at the role that Operant Conditioning and they relate to the development of the various paradigms
Social Learning plays in shaping a child’s behaviour. It within psychology and across both Eastern and Western
then focuses on how behavioural techniques may be perspectives.
used to control the child’s behaviour. These procedures
include play, praise, rewards, ignoring, time out and PRJ 3026 RESEARCH PROJECT
logical consequences. In addition, it also looks at All students enrolled in this subject will be required to
techniques that are used to shape the behaviour of an undertake a small-scale research project that involves
autistic child. The emphasis here is on techniques of designing a study, writing an introduction, data
Applied Behaviour Analysis. collection and analysis, discussion and compilation of a
reference list. The standards to which this report is written
PSY 3034 LEARNING DISABILITIES should abide with that of the American Psychological
Many things can result in a child having difficulties in Association.
assimilating and learning new information. This unit
introduces the student to some of the most common INT 3026 INTERNSHIP
causes of learning disabilities. Amongst the topics Students are required to carry out a period of supervised
covered are visual-perceptual problems, attention practical work that applies the skills learnt throughout
deficits and mental retardation. the psychology course. Practical may involve clinical,
community, child or human resource work.
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