Master in Clinical Psychology
Master in Clinical Psychology
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OVERVIEW
This programme aims to produce graduates who:
- Work as clinical psychologist at various institutions
- Are recognized by the Malaysian Allied Health Profession Act 2016
- Are able to continue their study at doctorate level either in the field of Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology.
The programme will be conducted at USM@KL and/or Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris - Sultan Azlan Shah Campus, Proton City, Tanjung Malim, Perak. Clinical practicum will be held at different locations such as Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, UPSI Psychology Clinic or any other locations approved by the USM-UPSI Joint Committee.
Expertise available in the following School:
School of Medical Sciences
https://medic.usm.my/ -
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
i. A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or its equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.75 out of 4.00 ; (A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology not meeting CGPA of 2.75 (but not lower 2.25) can be accepted subject to internal assessment by an independent review panel)
OR
ii. A Bachelor’s degree in any field from recognized universities with minimum CGPA 2.75 of 4.00 AND a minimum 30 credit of prerequisites modules in Psychology with minimum CGPA 2.75 of 4.00 AND a Graduate Record Examination United States of America (GREUSA) Subject Test (Psychology) with minimum score of 550 ;
OR
iii. Any relevant of equivalent, experience and requirement accepted by USM-UPSI or any relevant authority in Malaysia in accordance to MQA Program Standards for Psychology.
Component/Total Credit
Taught-Courses
Internship
Research Project
Credit Unit (%) Credit Unit (%) Credit Unit (%) 70 30
(43%)
26
(37%)
14
(20%)
**Candidates who qualify for admissions will be invited to attend pre-entry interviews to complete the application process.
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LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
(Applicable for International Applicants Only)
- A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
- A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
- A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
- A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
- A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
- A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
- A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET
Exemption is given to candidate if:
- English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
- Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)
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DURATION
Full Time: Min. 4 semesters (2 years), Max. 8 semesters (4 years)
Part Time : Min. 6 semesters (3 years), Max. 12 semesters (6 years)
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SEMESTER INTAKE
October
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FEES
Malaysian (MYR) International (USD) - Registration Fee : 310.00
- Tuition Fee : 550.00 X 70 Units = 38,500.00
- Convocation Fee : 200.00
- Registration Fees : 222.50
- Personal Bond : 1000.00
- Tuition Fees : 550.00 X 70 Units = 38,500.00
- Convocation Fee : 50.00
** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)
Malaysian (MYR) International (USD) - Registration Fee : 330.00
- Tuition Fee : 550.00 X 70 Units = 38,500
- Convocation Fee : 200.00
- Registration Fees : 225.00
- Personal Bond : 1000.00
- Tuition Fees : 550.00 X 70 Units = 38,500.00
- Convocation Fee : 50.00
** Fees are subject to change