Overview
The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology at IMU is a three-year undergraduate programme designed to develop students’ understanding of the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in psychological theories, research methods, and applied psychology while integrating practical experience through internships and research projects. Students can choose electives based on their interests—ranging from counselling and health psychology to communication and media. Graduates are prepared for roles in human resources, education, social work, and health services, or for further studies in professional psychology and related fields.
Subjects
Year 01
- Introduction to Psychology
- Quantitative Research Methods 1
- Developmental Psychology
- Personality Psychology
- History of Psychology
- Quantitative Research Methods 2
- Biological Psychology
- Psychology of Learning
- Industrial-Organisational Psychology
- Social Responsibility
- Social Psychology
- Ethics in Psychology
- Other compulsory MPU modules
Year 02
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Psychological Testing and Assessment
- Cognitive Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Academic Skills 1
- Cross-Cultural Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Motivation and Emotion
- Final Year Project 1 (Phase 1)
- Academic Skills 2
- Introduction to Psychotherapy (For students transferring to University of Strathclyde)
Year 03
- Final Year Project (Phase 2)
- Industrial Exposure
Electives (Choose One Category)
Psychology Core Electives (Applied Psychology)
(Choose three out of eight – total 12 credits)
- Health Psychology (4 credits)
- Counselling Psychology (4 credits)
- Educational Psychology (4 credits)
- Sport Psychology (4 credits)
- Forensic Psychology (4 credits)
- Neuropsychology (4 credits)
- Positive Psychology (4 credits)
- Community Psychology (4 credits)
Free Electives (Communication with Health)
Feb & April Intake
- Media Writing Skills 1 (3 credits)
- Visual Communication (3 credits)
- Digital Communication and Strategy (3 credits)
- Mediated Communication and Health (3 credits)
July & September Intake
- Media Writing Skills 1 (3 credits)
- Visual Communication (3 credits)
- Social Media Analytic Tools (3 credits)
- Health Communication Campaign: Design and Evaluation (3 credits)
Requirements
| Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|
| A-Levels | DD AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Australian Matriculation | ATAR 60 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| NCEA Level 3 | 50% aggregate AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Canadian Grade 12/13 | 60% aggregate in 6 subjects AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Australian University Foundation Programmes | 50% aggregate or ATAR 60 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Indian Pre-University | Average of 50% AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| MOE Matriculation | CGPA 2.00 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | 24 points AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| American High School Diploma with AP | CGPA 2.00 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Foundation Studies | IMU Foundation in Science / Foundation in Arts or equivalent: CGPA 2.00 or 50% AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Degree | Degree in related field: CGPA 2.00 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| Diploma | Diploma in any field – CGPA 2.00 AND Minimum Credit in Mathematics and Science and a pass in English at SPM level (can be exempted if achieved at Pre-University level). |
| English Language | – IELTS: Overall band score of 5.5. – TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 46. – Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 162. – Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Overall score of 162. – Cambridge Linguaskill: Overall score of 160. – Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 51. – Credit Transfer: IELTS Overall band score of 7.0. |
Tuition Fee For International Students
| Details | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Total | USD 25,814 |