FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
study pathway
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS)
3 Years
MASTER OF EDUCATION
1 Year / Part-Time
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION
3 - 6 Years / Part-Time
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS)
MQA/FA 0528 | KPT/R2/311/6/0010 (03/2029)
Our undergraduate programme in Psychology is designed to educate students in different areas of psychology. The course begins with the fundamentals of psychology so that students develop knowledge and understanding of the concepts, theories and practices of psychology. Then as the student progresses through the course these fundamentals are built upon, extended and applied to cover more specialised areas of psychology, for example, human resource management, marketing and branding, health services and education.
Programme Length:
3 Years
Programme Credit:
120 – 124 Credit Hours
Intakes:
January / May / September
Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
As psychology is the study of human behaviour, psychological knowledge can be applied to understanding and solving problems in a wide variety of occupations and professions, from school teachers to managers; from public relations to advertising. Many psychologists are employed in some kind of therapeutic role, for example clinical psychologists or counsellors. Many conduct scientific research in universities or other academic settings. Some graduates work in industrial and organisational settings or in other areas like sports, the media and forensic analysis. However, it is important to note that in order to work as a specialist psychologist, for example an educational psychologist, forensic psychologist or clinical psychologist, further training will be required.
Programme Modules
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
| – Introductory Psychology: Methods & Social – Emotion & Motivation – Child & Infant Psychology – Learning Studies | – Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation/ Malay Language Communication 2 – Philosophy and Current Issue – Introductory Psychology: Cognitive & Abnormal – Historical Perspectives of Psychology – Statistics | – Psychology of Learning |
| – Professional Ethics and Conduct in Psychology – Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course – Social Psychology – Research Methods in Psychology – Cognitive Psychology | – Personality – Counselling Psychology – Cross-cultural Psychology – Consumer Psychology | – Psychology of Design & Human Factors |
| – Elective 2 – Final Year Project 1 – Psychological Assessment – Cyberpsychology | – Elective 3 – Neuropsychology – Psychology of Aging – Final Year Project 2 | – Professional Attachment |
| – Forensic Psychology | – Business Communication – Marketing Management – Fundamentals of Management – Marketing – Business Mathematics – Consumer Behaviour – Applied Business Challenges | – 20th Century Design & Culture |
*The programme module structure shown on this page is based on Intake A. The module is subject to change.
*The MPU Modules are translated to English. Please visit [here] for the original module name.
Zechariah Raj A/L Kumar
Pyschology (2024)
My entire study time at Raffles has been enjoyable, and I have learned many things not only about the field of psychology but also how it applies to our lives. Moreover, studying at Raffles was smooth because the lecturers are really friendly and supportive towards the students. Additionally, Raffles offers cross-faculty electives that helped me discover different fields of study. I would advise prospective students not to hesitate and to take a bold step towards achieving their dreams to make the world a better place.
Aminah Al Kaff Binti Syed Hussein
Pyschology (2023)
The BPY programme was helpful in shaping my attitude and enabled me to bond with people from diverse backgrounds. Psychology itself is all encompassing. With the knowledge acquired, you can delve into whichever sector suits you best. It is just the matter of “are you open to exploring different paths ahead?” With passion, effort and persistence, opportunities will come your way.
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
STPM: Full PASS in 2 subjects AND (a)
A-Level: Full PASS in 2 subjects AND (a)
UEC: 5Bs AND (a)
Foundation / Matriculation: CGPA 2.00 AND (a)
Diploma / Advance Diploma: CGPA 2.00
Recognised Diploma in Psychology: minimum CGPA2.00
Other International Entry Requirement: [Learn More]
Others: Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysia Government which will be considered on a case by case basis.
(a) Additional Requirement:
At least CREDIT in Mathematics AND Biology/ Physics/ Chemistry/ General Science/ Applied Science
AND a PASS in English at SPM level
*Note:
Those without a pass/credit in Mathematics and/or Biology/ Physics/ Chemistry/ General Science/Applied Science at SPM level or equivalent can be admitted but are required to attend special enhancement course(s). These special enhancement courses should be SPM equivalent, remedial in nature. Students must pass/credit the Mathematics and Biology/ Physics/ Chemistry/General Science/Applied Science enhancement courses as a prerequisite to related core courses taught in English. [Not Applicable to International Candidates]
Malaysian Student
MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
Pass in SPM English
*RU ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
MUET: Band 3
GCE O Level /1119: English D
SPM: English Credit
UEC: English B
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 154
*Students who did not meet RU English Requirement are required to enrol a Concurrent English Programme (CELP)
Contact us to receive the latest information about the tuition fee.
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International Student
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
IELTS: 5.0
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 7.5
TOEFL iBT: 40
PTE: 47
MUET: Band 3.5
Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 154
*Students who did not meet the International English Requirement are required to enrol the RU English Preparation Programme (EPP) AND achieve the requirement of any equivalent English qualification.
Application Fee: RM4,500
Admission Fee: RM12,000
Administration Fee: RM2,000
Indicative Tuition Fee: RM86,500
Total Fee: RM105,000
(Approx. USD 25,000)
Contact us to receive the latest information about tuition fees.
Click here to check the available scholarships.
*The total fee will be subject to a 6% SST starting from 1st September 2025.
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