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Diploma in Psychology

JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/156 Jld.4(36) (06/28)
N/311/4/0125 MQA/PA 14538

Background of Program

The Diploma in Psychology program at UCMI is meticulously designed for aspiring minds seeking to embark on a transformative journey of human behavior and mental processes, where cutting-edge research, experienced faculty, and hands-on training await to shape your understanding of human behavior and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others. With a comprehensive curriculum, expert faculty, international exchange program and practical training opportunities, this program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and insights needed to understand and positively impact the complexities of the human mind.

Vision

Leading excellence generation globally

Mission

Nurturing Ummah centred on the Islamic ethical principles towards producing holistic graduates.

Motto

NURTURING THE UMMAH (Knowledge, Wisdom, Excellence)

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO     Description
PEO 1
Graduates are competent, have self-motivation and are able to communicate effectively in the field of psychology
PEO 2
Graduates able to make judgments and solve problems through the concepts in the field of psychology with applying transferable skills and knowledge
PEO 3
Graduates who are skilled in technology and knowledge-based manpower to ensure innovation growth of the industry and maintain it sustainability.
PEO 4
Graduates demonstrate sensitivities and responsibilities towards religion, community, culture and environment by ethical principles and professional code of conduct in the field of psychology
PEO 5
Graduates are competent, have self-motivation and are able to communicate effectively in the field of psychology

Program Learning Objective (PLO)

PLO     Description
PLO 1
Demonstrate systematic comprehension of a broad range of theoretical knowledge and skills to enable a varied routine and non-routine tasks in the field of psychology
PLO 2
Able to evaluate general concepts, theory and operational definitions in the field of psychology
PLO 3
Apply a limited range of practical skills, essential tools, methods and procedures to perform required tasks.
PLO 4
Exhibit interpersonal, subordinates, organizational and social skills that are appropriate to relevant work setting.
PLO 5
Communicate effectively with peers, team members, supervisors, other professionals and community at large.
PLO 6
Use a range of IT skills to operate in an online working environment effectively.
PLO 7
Use numerical information through appropriate techniques to make judgements and solve problems within industrial context.
PLO 8
Demonstrate capabilities to work with supervision and aptitudes to build competence in business development, work successfully in collaboration with others, adopting a leadership role where and when appropriate.
PLO 9
Identify self-improvement initiatives and possibilities for further education.
PLO10
Demonstrate good management skills and strong innovation in business opportunities based on psychology knowledge.
PLO11
Display ability on professionally, ethically and responsibility, with a multi and interdisciplinary approach in the field of psychology locally or internationally.

Campus

UCMI City Campus, Jln Tangsi

Programme Status

Full Accreditation

Reference Number

JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/156 Jld.4(36) (06/28)

Programme Code

N/311/4/0125 MQA/PA 14538

Study Mode

Full Time (FT) 2 years 7 months
Part Time (PT) 4 years

Study Level

Diploma

Intake

April, September, December

Duration

Full Time (FT) 2 years 7 months
Part Time (PT) 4 years

Medium of Instructions

English

Credit Hours

-

Admission Fee

RM 200

Career Prospects

Research Assistant Assistant Counsellor Assistant Psychologist Special Needs Interventionist Healthcare support NGO Representative Social Worker Mental Health Support Worker Community Relations Social Media Content Moderator Training and Development Talent Management Customer Service Human Resource Executive Data Quality Analyst User Experience (UX) Analyst Student Affairs Officer

Admission Requirements

A pass in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent with at least THREE (3) credits in any subject and a pass in Mathematics and Science;

OR

A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or its equivalent with at least 1 full pass with GP 2.00 and a pass in, Mathematics and Science at SPM level;

OR

Other relevant or equivalent qualification, experience and requirement accepted by the HEP Senate/competent authority in Malaysia.