BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management

Course Overview

Psychology is the scientific study of the relationship between mind and behaviour. The psychology component of the programme (70%) covers the core domains of psychology, namely biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, individual differences, social psychology, conceptual and historical issues in psychology, and research methods. The management component of the programme (30%) introduces a range of topics that are relevant to workplace psychology such as consumer behaviour, marketing, human resource management and project management. Teaching and assessment emphasises application to real world issues, and enhances transferable employability skills such as numerical and computer literacy, communication and teamwork.  

This programme will be offered with a January intake, in addition to our usual September intake.  

Our psychology with management graduates have a strong record of employment in business management, marketing, human resources, coaching, academic research and teaching, to name but a few.  

Curriculum

Course content

First Year

Mandatory September

• Introduction to Marketing
• Academic Skills in Psychology
• Research Methods and Analysis 1
• Introduction to Psychology 1

• Mandatory January

• Introduction to Psychology 2
• Becoming a Professional
• Research Methods and Analysis 2

Second Year

Mandatory September

• Philosophy and History of Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Research Methods and Analysis 3

Optional September

• Human Resource Management

Mandatory January

• Cognitive Psychology
• Research Methods and Analysis 4
• Social Psychology

Optional January

• Business Skills for the Second Machine Age
• Organisational Behaviour

Third Year

Year 3 includes industrial training during the May Semester

Mandatory September

• Cognition across the Lifespan
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
• Research Methods and Analysis 5

Optional September

• Business Venturing
• Resourcing and Talent Management

Mandatory January

• Biological Psychology
• Research Methods and Analysis 6
• Social Cognition and Personality

Optional January

• Leading in Organisations
• Strategic Management
• Innovation Management

Optional May

• Industrial Training

Fourth Year

Mandatory September

• Research Project 1

Optional September

• Cognitive Rehabilitation
• Psychology of Education
• Global Business Analysis 1: International Markets and Strategy
• The Contemporary Workforce

Mandatory January

• Research Project 2

Optional January

• Global Business Analysis 2: Global Trends and Risks
• Advanced Social Psychology
• Changing Trends in Employment
• Neuropsychology

Entry Requirements

• A-Level / STPM: CCC
• UEC: 20 points or less
• ATAR (WACE/SACE): ATAR 70
• Canada Year 12 High School Diploma: 70%
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 25 points
• Matriculation/Foundation: CGPA 3.0
• Diploma: Psychology related Diploma with CGPA 2.5 | Non-related Diploma with CGPA 3.0
• Foundation in Business / Foundation in Science (from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia): Grade C average including C in English
• SMA 3 (Indonesia): 7.5
• Year 12 State Board High School Examination (India): 70%
• Senior High School Graduation Certificate (China): 80%

Note:

In addition to the entry requirements listed above, applicants must have grade C in Mathematics and Science at SPM/ IGCSE level or equivalent. This requirement can be waived if applicants have obtained at least grade pass in Mathematics at a higher level. 

We strongly urge all prospective students to submit their applications. Our students comprise of individuals with a wide array of qualifications. The most comprehensive way for us to assess eligibility is by receiving a completed application comprising of academic qualification.  

Entry requirements in the prospectus and website may not always apply and individual offers may vary.

If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a Pre-Sessional English Programme (PSEP) prior to commencing your studies.

Career Prospects

Psychology with management graduates will be well prepared for business-related employment. The degree knowledge and skills lead to a wide range of occupational roles in commercial organisations, educational institutions, government and NGO sectors. Examples include human resources, market research, advertising and public relations, sales, teaching, counselling, and social work.

Study Abroad Pathway

No