The program is a combination of Coursework and Research that leads to the production of a dissertation.
Full-Time Duration: 3 Semesters, (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Core Courses (28 credits)
Research Methods in Education
Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
Seminar on Educational Scholarship
Advanced Educational psychology
Lifespan Development
Individual Difference in Education
Psychology of Individual with Special Needs
Cognitive Perspective in Education
Innovation in Teaching and Learning
Elective Courses (3 credits)
Inclusive Education for Students with Special Needs
Psychometrics and Assessments in Education
Research Courses (12 credits)
Research Project
Career Prospects
Educational Psychologist, School Psychologist, Counselor in Educational Settings, Academic Advisor, Learning and Development Specialist, Special Education Consultant, Behavioral Therapist, Assessment Specialist, Educational Researcher, Instructional Designer, Student Support Coordinator, Psychometrician, Education Policy Analyst, Program Evaluator, Parent and Teacher Educator.
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
Graduate from University Malaya; or
Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
Produce publications in related field; or
Receive a scholarship; or
Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.
Specific Entry Requirements
General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor of Education in specific field of Educational Psychology or Bachelor's degree with Education in specific field of Educational Psychology.
Master's Degree Qualification: N/A
Equivalent Qualification: N/A
Related Fields: N/A
Special Requirements:
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree (Non-Education) (CGPA: ≥ 3.00)
Must fulfill at least ONE of the following criteria:
Possessed a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (minimum CGPA 3.00); or
Teaching Qualification recognized by the university; or
At least one (1) year teaching experience in a related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Other qualifications approved by the Senate from time to time
OR
Applicants with a Bachelor of Education in the field of Educational Psychology (CGPA: 2.70 - 2.99)
Must fulfill at least ONE of the following criteria:
UM graduate; or
At least one (1) year working experience in a related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Published in a related field; or
A Scholarship holder; or
A Government servant; or
Pass an interview by PTj; or
Pass a Special Assessment by PTj; or
OR
Applicants with a Bachelor's degree Education(CGPA: 2.70 - 2.99)
Must fulfill at least ONE of the following criteria:
UM graduate; or
At least (1) year Working experience in a related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Published in a related field; or
A Scholarship holder; or
A Government servant; or
Pass an interview by PTj; or
Pass a Special Assessment by PTj; or
English Requirements
Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not Applicable; or
Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable