Duration:3 Years
Intakes:September
Campus:University of Nottingham Malaysia
Level of Study:Degree
Faculty:Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Course Code:KPT/JPS (R/345/6/0884)3/21
About this course
This programme is a joint honours degree offered in conjunction with Nottingham University Business School, and the first of its kind to be offered in Malaysia. It provides excellent training for a future career in psychology and/or business and will teach you to apply psychological theories and principles to real-world settings. By combining applied psychology with core areas of management, you will learn to interpret human behaviour, analyse social interactions and develop an evidence-based approach to problem solving. You will develop an inquisitive mind, superior social skills and a practical business orientation which will prepare you for a successful career in industry and beyond.
Total Course Fees
RM48,900 per year(Local), RM57,000 per year(International)
For scholarship and tuition fee enquiries please e-mail study@nottingham.edu.my for more details.
Subject Listing
Typical Core Modules
- Applied Research Methods
- Business Economics
- Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice Fundamentals of Financial and Management Accounting
- Introduction to Applied Psychology
- People, Work and Organisations
- Psychology of Individual Differences
Typical Core Modules
- Advanced Research Methods
- Applied Social and Cultural Psychology
- Human Resource Management with International Perspectives
- International Business
- Marketing Management
- Psychology of Learning
Typical Optional Modules
- Branding and Advertising
- Contemporary Issues in Psychology
- Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Developmental Psychology
- Introduction to Counselling
Typical Core Modules
- Business Ethics and Sustainability
- Research Project in Applied Psychology
- Strategic Management
Typical Optional Modules
- Cross Cultural Management
- Marketing and Society
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Selection and Training in Organisations
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have one of the following Entry requirements:
A Level | BBB, excluding critical thinking and general studies |
IB Diploma | 30 points with 5,5,5 at Higher Level and 5 points in mathematics at Standard or Higher Level |
STPM | B+B+B+, excluding Pengajian Am |
UEC | 2 As and 3 B3s, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language |
SAM or other Australian matriculations | ATAR 86 (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects) |
Canadian Ontario Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) | 80% average based on 6 subjects with at least 70% in mathematics of data management
Canadian Secondary Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and to be assessed based on the University’s requirements |
Advance Placement (AP) | 4,4,4 in relevant subjects. Applicants taking non-preferred subjects may be made an offer across more than three subjects at Advanced Placmeent level |
Diploma – Other Institutions | Acceptance to the second year is on a case by case basis (and at the discretion of the School) but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.33 (out of 4) or 75% and above (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects), and previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme. |
Foundation – Other Institutions | Acceptance is at the discretion of the School but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.3 (out of 4) or 75% and above (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects), and previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme. |
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Foundation | Successful completion of any foundation programme and meeting mathematics requirements |
In addition to the entry requirements listed above, those who have taken SPM/GCSE/IGCSE/High School Diploma or equivalent must have grade B in mathematics or grade C in UEC mathematics.
IELTS (Academic): | 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element) |
TOEFL (iBT): | 87 (minimum 20 in speaking and 19 in all other elements) |
GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: | grade C |
GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: | grade C |
PTE (Academic): | 62 (with no less than 55 in each element) |
SPM: | grade A- |
1119 (GCE-O): | grade B |
GCSE O Level: | grade C |
IGCSE (first language): | grade C |
IGCSE (second language): | grade B |
MUET: | Band 4 |
UEC: | grade A2 |
IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): | 4 points |
IB English B (Higher Level): | 4 points |
IB English B (Standard Level): | 5 points |
We strongly encourage all interested students to apply. Our students come to us with a diverse range of qualifications and we also consider applicants’ personal statement, references and interview performance (if you have one) when making a decision. The only way for us to fully determine eligibility is through the submission of a completed application. |
International Student Only
International students: Please contact University of Nottingham for more information +6 03 8924 8000 or refer to link https://www.nottingham.edu.my/Study/How-to-apply/how-to-apply.aspx
Scholarships Available (Applicable for 2020 intakes only)
Please refer below for scholarship eligibility:
Scholarship Amount
SPM / O-Levels Required
RM12,450 *
8 A+/A and above
RM5,000 **
7 A+/A or 8 A+/A/A-
RM4,000 **
6 A+/A or 7 A+/A/A-
RM2,000 **
5 A+/A or 6 A+/A/A-
Candidates are required to achieve A+/A in English and 3 out of these 4 subjects (Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry).
* The scholarship value will be deducted across 3 semesters.
** The scholarship value will be deducted from Semester 2 only.