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BSc (Hons) Psychology (ODL)

Explore the human mind — study psychology flexibly and build a career that makes a difference.

Understand Why We Think, Feel and Behave.
A flexible, fully online psychology degree exploring the science of the human mind.

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Programme Details

  • 3 Years

    Duration

  • Veritas University College (VUC)

    Award

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours)

    Pathway

  • Online Distance Learning (ODL)

    Study Mode

  • R2/0313/6/0016(FA3606)12/28

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Turn an understanding of people into a rewarding career. Psychology graduates are valued across many fields, from research to people roles.

Core Roles

  • Research Assistant

  • Human Resources Executive

  • Community / Social Services Officer

  • Counselling Support Worker

  • Behavioural / Mental Health Support Worker

  • Market & User Research Analyst

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • Mental health and wellbeing are a growing priority.
  • Internships across clinical, community, industry and research settings.
  • Scientific foundations plus specialised fields of psychology.
  • BrandLaureate Best Brand in Online Education, 2020–2024.

The Education

A scientific understanding of mind and behaviour across three years.

  • Introduction, history and philosophy of psychology.
  • Social, cognitive and abnormal psychology.
  • Child, adolescent and adult psychology.
  • Clinical and health psychology, research and a final-year project.

The Applied Advantage

Industrial training and a research project in real applied settings.

Graduate Ready

A recognised psychology degree with practical experience and research skills.

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Course Modules

  • Learning Skills for Online Distance Learning
  • History and Philosophy of Psychology
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Psychology of Learning
  • Social Psychology
  • Industrial and Organisational Psychology
  • Professional Ethics
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Computer Application
  • Academic Writing
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The Creative Learning Experience

Psychology is learned by applying it. The programme blends flexible online study with applied internships and a research project — you build both scientific knowledge and practical skill.

How You Learn

  • Flexible Online Study:

    resources 24/7.

  • Scientific Foundations:

    theory and research.

  • Applied Internships:

    real applied settings.

  • Research Skills:

    methodology and analysis.

  • Specialisation:

    clinical, social and adolescent fields.

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Industry Projects & Certifications

Applied experience. Recognised qualification. Research-ready.

Built around applied internships and a research project.

Industrial Training & Internships Internships across clinical, community, industry and research settings.

  • Research Project A final-year research project applying theory to real questions.
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Career Outcomes

Roles in Focus

Graduate ready to apply psychology across many fields.

Opportunities span research, HR, community services and counselling support. Progression Pathways Progress to a Master’s in psychology toward professional practice.

  • Research Assistantsupport research projects.
  • Human Resources Executiveapply behavioural insight.
  • Community / Social Services Officersupport people in applied settings.
  • Counselling Support Workersupport under supervision.
  • Market & User Research Analystunderstand audiences.
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Student Experience

As an online learner, you join a flexible, supportive ecosystem designed around your schedule.

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    24/7 Digital Resources:

    lectures and manuals anytime.

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    Applied Experience:

    internships in real settings.

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    Flexible Study:

    learn around work and life.

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    Award-Winning Ecosystem:

    BrandLaureate Best Brand in Online Education, 2020–2024.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following:

  • Foundation in Arts (VUC); or
  • A Matriculation or Foundation (CGPA 2.00); or
  • STPM — CGPA 2.00 in 2 subjects; or
  • A-Level — 2 Es; or
  • A Diploma / Advanced Diploma (MQF Level 4/5, CGPA 2.00); or
  • UEC — 5Bs including English.
  • English MUET Band 3, IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 46.
  • SPM Credit in Maths and Science, and a pass in English at SPM (waived for Diploma in Psychology holders).
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Fees & Financing

Malaysian Students

  • Year 1–3RM14,900 each
  • Resource FeeRM1,000/year

International Students

  • Year 1–3RM14,900 each
  • Resource FeeRM1,000/year
  • EMGS FeeRM486

The EMGS fee applies to international students. International student fees are subject to a 6% Service Tax (SST) from 1 September 2025. Scholarships, PTPTN, EPF and instalment plans are available.