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Overview of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology in HELP University Malaysia

About this course

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology is designed to provide graduate students with the opportunity to conduct research in different areas of psychology, under the supervision of an experienced academic staff. 

This programme aims to provide postgraduate-level training for students, to equip students with the research skills and professional development necessary for teaching and research positions in various industries. Students who have completed 1-year of the MPhil program also have the opportunity to progress into the PhD pathway, subject to further assessment

RESEARCH AREAS

The list below covers some broad areas for PhD / MPhil research projects, but is not limited to these areas. 

• Clinical Psychology 
• Cognitive Psychology
• Comparative Psychology
• Counselling Psychology
• Cross Cultural Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• Industrial/Organisational Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• Personality Psychology
• Positive Psychology
• Social Psychology

Entry Requirements of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology in HELP University Malaysia

• Candidates with a master’s degree in
  psychology or a related area, accepted by
  the University Senate.