Overview

​The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology at the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) is a comprehensive three-year, full-time programme designed to explore human thought, emotion, and behaviour. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), the programme ensures rigorous academic standards and prepares graduates for diverse career paths in mental health, education, human resources, and research.

Subjects

Year 1

Core Modules

• Cognitive Psychology 1
• Developmental Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Social Psychology 1
• Practical Methods in Psychology 1
• Research Methods and Analysis 1

Optional Modules from other programmes

• Understanding Learners and Learning
• Introduction to Applied Psychology
• People, Work and Organisation
• Culture and Society
• Reading Film and Television

Year 2

Core Modules

• Cognitive Psychology 2
• Developmental Psychology 2
• Neuroscience and Behaviour
• Social Psychology 2
• Practical Methods in Psychology 2
• Research Methods and Analysis 2
• Personality and Individual Differences
• Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology

Year 3

Core Modules

• Research Project​ 

Optional Modules

• Autism
• Autobiographical Memory
• Bilingualism
• Data Visualisation with R
• Evolutionary Psychology
• Face Perception and Recognition
• Introduction to Clinical Psychology
• Introduction to Forensic Psychology
• Introduction to Psychological Assessments
• Neuropsychology
• Psychology and Sustainable Society
• Scientific Computing with MATLAB

Optional Modules from other programmes

• Human Computer Interaction
• Introduction to Counselling
• Occupational Health Psychology
• Selection and Training in Organisations
• Wildlife Behaviour

Requirements

Qualification	Requirements
A Level	BCC in either arts or science subjects, excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies. Psychology A Level is not required.
IB Diploma	24 points overall.
Australian Year 12	ATAR 78, with consideration for relevant subjects.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)	75% average across 6 subjects. Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements.
Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China)	68% average in the Gaokao, and a minimum of 70% overall in the Senior High School Diploma, including 80% in Mathematics and at least 70% in one of the science subjects. Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale.
Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) – Class XII	75% average from the best 4 subjects, excluding the local language, Environmental Education, general studies subjects, and Physical Education.
Advance Placement (AP)	4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects.
Diploma – Local Institutions	Entry to Year 2 is assessed on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher, along with good grades in relevant subjects.
Foundation – Local Institutions	Acceptance is at the school’s discretion and requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects.
Nottingham’s Foundation Programme	Successful completion is required with an overall minimum average of 50%.
English Language	– IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element). – TOEFL (iBT) 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading, and 22 in Speaking). – PTE (Academic) 71 (with no less than 65 in each element). – MUET Band 4.5.

Tuition Fee For International Students

Details	Tuition Fee
Total	USD 39,198