The Best Psychology Degree Course in Malaysia at HELP University

Study Psychology at the Best University in Malaysia

Psychology is the scientific study of human mind and behaviour: how we think, feel, act and interact individually and in groups.

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Psychology is concerned with all aspects of behaviour and with the thoughts, feelings and motivations underlying that behaviour.

Psychology is a growing profession in Malaysia and graduates find work in various industries. Psychologists study everything about the human experience from the basic workings of the human brain to consciousness, memory, reasoning and language to personality and mental health.

Psychology is both a science and a profession. As a science, psychology applies the scientific method to study psychological phenomena .Psychology studies human behaviour by observing, measuring and testing, then arriving at conclusions that are based in sound scientific methodology.

A goal of psychology is not only to understand the processes that underly human thinking and behaviour, but apply that understanding to solve practical problems.

With advanced training in psychology, you can choose to work in scientific research, neuroscience, clinical practice, or as a consultant in large corporations, banks, hospitals or government agencies in Malaysia or overseas.

Applied or practising psychologists use the knowledge gained from this research in a wide range of settings. Applied psychologists help people with all sorts of problems, working with them to bring about change for the better.

The different types of Psychology that you can specialise in

Psychology is an exciting field that encompasses a wide variety of areas, including:

• Biopsychology and Neuropsychology
  How the brain functions and affects people's behaviour, thoughts and feelings.

  

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• Clinical Psychology
  Applying psychology to the understanding, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological dysfunctions.
• Cognitive Psychology
  Understanding how people remember, make decisions and process information.
• Counselling Psychology
  Helping people deal with adjustment and personal issues.
• Developmental Psychology
  How people develop physically, socially and emotionally from infancy to late adulthood.
• Educational/School Psychology
  Understanding how people learn to increase teaching effectiveness.
• Forensic Psychology
  Applying psychology to legal issues and understanding people who commit crimes.
• Health Psychology
  Applying psychology to people's health issues like substance abuse, accident prevention and stress management.
• Organizational and Work Psychology
  Helping organizations select, inspire, manage and empower their workers.

What careers are available to Psychology graduates in Malaysia?

Psychology Graduates with postgraduate degrees can find work in Malaysia as:

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• Clinical Psychologist
• Child Psychologist
• Counsellor
• Crisis Counsellor
• Educational Psychologist
• Forensic Psychologist
• Academic Lecturer & Researcher
• Industrial Psychologist
• Sports Psychologist
• Ergonomist

Psychology Graduates with bachelor's degrees can find work in Malaysia as:

• Human Resource Management
• Management Executive
• Market Research Analyst
• Marketing Executive
• Advertising Consultant
• Conflict Resolution & Mediation Consultant
• Customer Relationship Management
• Public Relations Manager
• Political Strategist
• Life Coach
• Corporate Training and Consulting

  

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• Social Worker
• Youth Worker
• Family Worker
• Newspaper Reporter
• Occupational Health Consultant
• Opinion Survey Researcher
• Academic Tutor
• Public Statistician
• Religious Worker
• Research Assistant

The Best Reasons to Study Psychology at HELP University

HELP University

HELP University is the pioneer of psychology programmes in Malaysia. HELP University is also acknowledged as the best university for psychology in Malaysia.

• One of the largest undergraduate psychology programs in Asia with over 1,100 full time students majoring in psychology
• A strong faculty consisting of over 41 staff members, with a team of 35 psychology academic staff who specialize in different areas of psychology and counselling
• A pioneer in psychology among private institutions in Malaysia
• 4 Masters programs in psychology for full time students and working adults
• A facilitative and interactive program that attracts top student achievers from all over Malaysia and around the world
• The first non-Australian University to attain the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accreditation for an undergraduate psychology program
• An all round educational experience that strikes a balance between theory and practice
• Guaranteed transfer arrangements with over 50 top universities in the US, Australia, UK and New Zealand
• Complete academic support services including online access to over 500,000 full text articles from over 370 psychology journals from around the world, including all major journals from the influential American Psychological Association (APA)
• Opportunities for practical training through internships with over 200 organizations

The Top Psychology Programme at HELP University

Dr Goh Chee Leong, Vice-President and Dean at HELP University

The Psychology Research Colloquium at HELP University

This is an in-house research conference held twice a year in April and November giving HELP Psychology students the opportunity to present their research to their peers and faculty staff. It refl ects our commitment to train students in how to design, implement, analyse, and report research in psychology.

Psychological & Counselling Services

With a team of Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors, HELP offers students free counselling and consulting services to ensure a high level of mental health. Career counselling and personal development services are also available to all HELP students.

Student Tutorships

Psychology students who demonstrate academic excellence and good communication skills will be invited to apply for positions as student tutors. Their roles will include giving academic mentoring to students and assisting the lecturers in course preparation.

Research Assistantships

HELP University Convocation

This opportunity to work with academic staff on research is the ideal training ground for HELP Psychology students wanting to pursue further studies in psychology.

Working Internships

All HELP Psychology students are encouraged to seek work experience in a variety of areas before they graduate. The Department of Psychology will help link students with internship sites in their area of interest.

In-House Seminars

These seminars are conducted on a weekly basis and are presented by visiting lecturers, professors and speakers from different areas of expertise.

International Conference Fund

The department sets aside funding every year for undergraduate students to present their research papers at international conferences.

Dr Goh Chee Leong, Vice-President and Dean at HELP University. BA (Hons) Psychology (Otago), PhD (Otago). Dr Goh is

the President Elect of ARUPS (ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies) and the President of PSIMA (Malaysian Psychological Association). He is a consultant for many organizations including UNICEF, Maxis, Petronas, DiGi and CIMB. His interests include work psychology, stress and children’s rights.

HELP University's Psychology Alumni

Dr. Kelvin Tan Jui Keng, a successful alumni from HELP University

HELP University's psychology graduates have gone on to secure scholarships to complete their PhDs in top universities around the world, including Cambridge, Oxford, University College London, London School of Economics, University of Chicago and the University of Pennsylvania.

OLIVER CHAN HENG CHOON 
PhD candidate, University of South Florida
Oliver obtained his Masters in Forensic Psychology at Marymount University in 2005 and has worked as an FBI Violent Criminal Apprehension Program Analyst at the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Case Review Unit after graduating there. He is now pursuing his PhD in Criminology in the University of South Florida.

SARAH LIM POE YIAN
Management Consultant, Shell
Sarah completed a Psychology honours degree in Bemidji State University. Sarah was the first recipient of the Centre for Psychology Award for being the top student of the HELP psychology program with a Grade A average. She is currently the Planning Lead in Shell's Application Support Strategy & Planning Organisation.

HANNAH LIM PEI ERN
HR Advisor
Hannah won the University of Leeds Award of Excellence in her third year, in addition to receiving a full scholarship from HELP. She was a senior tutor as well as the former president of the HELP Psychology Student Council. She was selected to join GE's Graduate Leadership Program while studying in HELP. She is currently an HR advisor in Shell Malaysia.

CELESTIE CHAN SHIAO CHING 
Sports Coach
A former student of Bukit Jalil National Sports School, Kuala Lumpur, Celestie won 3 gold and 2 silver medals during the 2001 SEA Games for gymnastics. With over 7 years of international competitive experience, she was recently appointed the gymnastics coach for the Western Australian State Team.

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