About this Course

Outcome of Progamme:

Upon completion of the programme, students will be awarded a Higher Diploma in Applied Psychology with specialisation in one of the following fields:

Child Psychology

Consumer Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Industrial/Organisational Psychology

Positive Psychology

*If students are interested in more than 1 area of specialisation, they may take additional modules as Specialist Certificates 

Why study Applied Psychology?

People choose to study Applied Psychology for different reasons. Some are curious about people. Some are interested in their personal growth. Some are motivated by a desire to help others. Whichever the reason(s) for studying Applied Psychology, this programme is committed to educating students so that they make a positive difference in the world. The programme equips students with core knowledge in Psychology while further enabling them to major in a specialist field of their choice. This ensures that students not only gain a strong theoretical foundation but also learn how to apply the science of human behaviour to solve real-world problems.

The Programme is designed for:

Individuals who:

Wish to specialise in Psychology

Wish to improve career performance by adding to their knowledge and skills. Relevant fields including business, teaching, social work, counselling and healthcare

Are interested in Psychology for their personal growth and interpersonal effectiveness

The Programme provides students with:

Core theories in Psychology with in-depth grounding in main foundational components

Research-backed evidence and case studies to integrate theories with real-world

Understanding of research methodology fundamentals to connect experimental research with practical applications

Understanding of ethical, cultural and professional issues

Teaching and Assessment

The programme will be delivered through lectures, group discussions, case studies, practical demonstrations, experiential exercises, video presentations and role-play. Students will be assessed through written assignments, written and/or MCQ examinations, oral presentations, role-play and/or videotaped projects.

 Admission Requirements

Diploma holders and above

Be at least 18 years of age

Applicants who do not meet admission requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and may need to attend an interview

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