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Psychology Degree Program (American Degree Transfer Program)

INTI International College Subang
Subang Jaya Selangor Private College

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Course Description

Overview

Psychology is the study of the human mind and behavior. It explores the processes involved in normal and abnormal thoughts, feelings and actions. Psychologists conduct basic and applied research, test intelligence and personality, assess the behavior, mental functions and well-being of human beings, diagnose and provide treatment.
Research-based psychologists examine the cognitive, emotional, physical and social factors of human behavior whereas psychologists in
applied fields focus on mental healthcare in hospitals, clinics, schools, private and government settings.

Explore the processes involved in normal and abnormal thoughts, feelings and actions.
Examine the cognitive, emotional, physical & social factors of human behaviour.
Equips you with the theoretical knowledge and practical training to conduct both basic and applied research.
Study the human mind and behaviour using careful observation, experimentation and analysis.

Popular majors/partial list of majors available :

Clinical Psychology

Clinical psychologists assess and treat mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. They usually interview patients, give diagnostic tests, and may design and implement behavior modification programs. They provide patients the means to adjust to life, even helping medical and surgical patients deal with illnesses or accidents. Clinical psychologists usually work in counseling centers, hospitals, clinics or community centers.

Counseling Psychology

Counseling psychologists help people to accommodate to change and to deal with problems in their everyday lives using various techniques. They usually work in universities, counseling centers, and hospitals.

Development Psychology

Development psychologists study the physiological, cognitive, and social development of human beings throughout life, and may also study developmental disabilities and their effects on the individual. Some specialize in behavior and disabilities during infancy, childhood, adolescence or changes during maturity or old age.

Educational Psychology

Educational psychologists concentrate on how effective teaching and learning can influence a student’s motivation and classroom behavior.

Social Psychology

This is the study of how a person’s mental life and behavior are shaped by interactions with other people. Social psychologists often work in market research and system design.

Sports Psychology

This field helps athletes with focus, motivation and dealing with the fear of failure in competition.

Experimental Psychology

Experimental psychologists work in universities and research centers to study the behavior processes of human beings and animals. Prominent areas of study include motivation, learning, attention, sensory & perceptual process, substance abuse and its effects, cognition, as well as genetic and neurological factors affecting human behavior.

Forensic Psychology

Psychological principles are applied to legal issues and a forensic psychologist's expertise is often essential in court. Some forensic psychologists are trained in both psychology and law.

Industrial Psychology

Principles and research methods are applied to the workplace to improve productivity and quality of work. Industrial psychologists can be involved in researching management and marketing problems within an organization.

School Psychology

School psychologists work directly with public and private schools to assess and counsel students, consult with parents and school staff and conduct behavioral intervention when appropriate. They often work to improve classroom management strategies and skills, parenting skills, deal with substance abuse, students with disabilities and gifted students.

Entry Requirement :

SPM / O-Level

Pass with 5 credits

UEC

5Bs

STPM / A-Level

Possess passes or CGPA2.0

English Language Requirements

Student who failed to obtain a credit in SPM/O-Levels/UEC English or IELTS band below 5.5 are required to sit for English Placement Test (EPT). Failing to pass EPT, student is required to take ENL099 (Fundamentals of Writing) and up to 2 MPU courses upon advice from Head of Program. Student is required to pass ENL099 before enrolling for AUP courses. ENL099 credits will not be counted for credit transfer.

Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above.

Programme Highlights

Career Opportunities

You can launch your career in one of these fields:

Academic psychology
Research
Clinical psychology
Medicine and law employment
Educational counselling
Survey and research
Social work
Labour relations
Welfare agencies

Course Structure

Programme Structure :

Freshman (Year 1) at INTI

You will be able to choose from a wide range of subjects in Business, Foreign Languages, English, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Humanities, Physical and Life Sciences as General Education Requirement (GER) subjects.

Sophomore (Year 2) at INTI

You will be able to choose subjects that are related to your desired major.

Sample Curriculum For Year 1 & 2

College Algebra
Concepts of Calculus
English Composition 1 & 2
Essentials of Public Speaking
Fine Arts Electives
Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology
General Psychology
Human Development / Development Psychology
Humanities Electives
Introduction to Computers & Information Processing
Introduction to Personality
Natural Science Electives
Perception & Cognition
Principles of Biology 1
Psychology of Personal Adjustment
Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences
Social Psychology
Social Sciences Electives
Statistical Methods

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About the University/College

Institution : INTI International College Subang
Location : Subang Jaya Selangor