Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Counselling with Psychology

i. Matriculation / Foundation / A-level or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00
ii. STPM or its equivalent with a minimum of 2 full passes with GP 2.00
iii. A Diploma (Level 4) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00
(All the above qualifications need to be supported with at least credits in Maths and Science, with a pass in English at SPM level)
iv. Pass UEC with a minimum of grade B in 5 subjects
v. Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the HEP Senate/Authorities

For local students
Candidates should have MUET (Band 3) or equivalent

For international students
Candidates should have IELTS (Band 5.5) / TOEFL (550) paper-based or equivalent

Full Time

Semester 1

• Introduction to Counselling
• Introduction to Psychology
• Counselling Theory and Psychotherapy
• Individual Counselling I

Semester 2

• Ethical & Legal Issues in Counselling
• Multicultural Counselling
• Group Counselling I

Semester 3

• Humanistic Approaches
• Complementary Approaches
• Alternative Approaches to Psychotherapy
• Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Approaches
• Social Psychology

Semester 4

• Introduction to Research Methods
• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Assessment in Counselling and Psychology I

Semester 5

• Lifespan Developmental Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Advanced Research Methods
• Individual Counselling II
• Assessment in Counselling and Psychology II

Semester 6

• Health and Disease
• Family Counselling
• Group Counselling II
• Career Counselling
• Mindfulness
• Sociology

Semester 7

• Cognitive Neuropsychology
• Mental Health and Rehabilitation
• Career Information and Development

• Taught and supervised by field experts
• MQA-accredited course
• Offers a wide employment choice

• Counsellor — Work in various settings, including schools, community centres, and private practice, providing support to individuals and groups.
• Mental Health Support Worker — Assist mental health professionals in providing care and support to individuals experiencing mental health issues.
• Social Worker — Work with individuals, families, and communities to improve well-being and access resources.
• School Counsellor — Support students in educational settings by addressing academic, social, and emotional challenges.
• Human Resources Specialist — Apply psychological principles in recruitment, employee relations, and organisational development.

This programme is eligible for PTPTN (Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional) financing. You may apply for a PTPTN loan to fund your studies at Perdana University. 

Click here to check your eligibility and contact our Education Counsellors who are ready to guide you through the application process.