Master of Clinical Psychology
The Master of Clinical Psychology programme seeks to train and develop students who are passionate about the well-being of people whose lives have been challenged by various forms of psychological and behavioural disorders.
This program will develop competent clinical psychologists in Malaysia, equipped with holistic psychological knowledge, innovative skills and a professional attitude, who are able to serve a diverse population in the assessment, diagnosis and intervention of a wide range of psychological disorders. Furthermore, this programme seeks to instil in these clinical psychologists a lifelong commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry through continuous clinical research and practice.
Subject Listing - January Intake (Year 1)
SEMESTER 1 (JAN-APR)
- MCL 601 - Clinical Interview & Basic Intervention Skills
- MCL 606 - Personality & Psychotherapy
- MCL 607 - Adult Development, Health & Dysfunctions
- MCL 612 - Professional Issues: Ethics, Conduct & Law
- MCL 616 - Group Process I
SEMESTER 2 (MAY – AUGUST)
- MCL 604 - Diagnostic Testing I
- MCL 605 - Diagnostic Testing II
- MCL 611 - Cognitive Behavioral Theory & Therapy
- MCL 614 - Internal Practicum I
- MCL 617 - Group Process II
SEMESTER 3 (SEPT-DEC)
- MCL 602 - Child Development, Health & Dysfunctions
- MCL 610 - Family Systems Theory & Therapy
- MCL 613 - Clinical Research & Evaluation Skills
- MCL 615 - Internal Practicum II
- MCL 618 - Group Process III
SEMESTER 4 (JAN-JUN)
- MCL 603 - Clinical Neuropsychology (Jan-Apr)
- MCL 630 - Clinical Research Project
- MCL 631 - External Practicum I
- MCL 633 - Professionalization Seminar I
SEMESTER 5 (JUL-DEC)
- MCL 632 - External Practicum II
- MCL 634 - Professionalization Seminar II
- MCL 628 - Clinical Competency Evaluation (Diagnostic)
- MCL 629 - Clinical Competency Evaluation (Therapy)
Note: Sequence of subjects may vary from intake to intake. Curriculum is subject to changes due to MQA requirements
Assessment
The 2-year full-time programme consists of the following component:
- Coursework (including assignments and exams)
- Research project
- Practical training
