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Psychology

2011
Psychology
The study of human behaviour and the application of psychology is one of the fastest growing
careers in the developing world today. It has applications in medicine, education, business, social
policy and technology. As societies advance, intelligent lifestyles require greater control over
emotional, behavioural and mental abilities. An undergraduate degree in Psychology is the first
step towards personal and career advancement.

In offering this programme, Sunway University strives to produce graduates who have a thorough
understanding of the principles of human behaviour and are able to apply these principles in
dealing with real-life issues and enhancing human potentials.

Sunway University is an elite Tier 5 member in the 2009 MQA Rating System for Malaysian
Higher Education Institutions (SETARA’09) that measures quality of teaching and learning at
the undergraduate level in universities and university colleges in Malaysia. It is another way of
recognising our excellent academics and graduates.

Critical Thinking • Communication • Independent Research Ability Skills • Leadership


Why Study Psychology
at Sunway University?
We want you to be more than just a well-versed talking head on psychology,
we make sure you acquire skills that truly enable you to connect and communicate.

• A psychology graduate of Sunway will develop skills in:


• Administering basic psychological tests
• Running basic group programmes
• Understanding the principles of child behaviour control
• Designing and carrying out investigations to understand problems
• Analysing and interpreting data
• Being able to develop structured lesson plans and instruct a group
• Being able to critically examine ethical problems from various philosophical orientations

• Our students learn practical skills in community, health and corporate settings through:
• Community and clinical work where students get hands-on experience working with
children and families
• Internships
• Local and international research collaborations

• At Sunway, psychology students are trained using the most professional facilities for practical
learning. A specialised psychology laboratory is used to teach science-based psychology subjects
along with:
• Computing facilities with statistical software, psychological experiments and simulations
• Observation rooms to conduct child development assessments, interviewing techniques
and small group work
• Unlimited access to Online Electronic Psychology Journal Databases
Meet Our Lecturers
EXPERIENCED • DYNAMIC • DEDICATED

Head of Department
DR. LIN MEI-HUA Industrial/Organisational Psychologist
B.Sc. in Psychology Research Interests
University of lowa (USA)
• Cross-cultural
Plly Conumdifferences
Zrit in cognition
M.S. & PhD in Industrial & Organisational
Psychology/Human Factors Psychology • Decision-making
Psychology & sense-making
Wright State University (USA) • Organisational issues Plly Conum Zrit
Psychology

Ms. Elaine Yong


Plly Conum Zrit
Psychology
Coordinator of Programme
B.A. in Psychology (Hons)
Developmental Psychologist
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Research Interests
M.Sc. Sc. in Human Development • Learning and teaching strategies in kindergartens
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia • Infant memory
• Infant's language development
• Children's social skills
• Family meal times and adolescents development
• Children and animals

Dr. Alia Azalea Industrial/Organisational Psychologist


Research Interests
B.A. in Psychology
University of Kentucky (USA) • Personality
M.A. in Industrial/Organisational Psychology • Organisational issues
Xavier University (USA) • Cross-cultural issues
PhD in Industrial/Organisational Psychology
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Dr. Priyadarshini Industrial/Organisational Psychologist


Research Interests
Srinivasan • Occupational stress
B.A. in Psychology • Marital relations - Work - Family conflict
Woman’s Christian College
University of Madras (India) • Organisational behaviour
M.A. in Applied Psychology & • Training and development in organisational
Psychological Services settings
(Organisational behaviour) • Yoga training
University of Madras (India)
• Leadership styles and grooming entrepreneurship
PhD in Psychology
University of Madras (India) • Women at work
• Health issues in organisations
• Parenting styles and its effect on adolescents
• Cross cultural issues
“ Like all science, psychology is knowledge;
and like science again, it is knowledge of a definite
thing, the mind.”
James M. Baldwin

Dr. JAYARAJ Clinical Psychologist


Research Interests
Plly Conum Zrit
B. A. in Psychology • Stress Psychology
University of Kerala (India)
• Behaviour management
PllyinConum
M.A. Applied Zrit
Psychology Plly Conum Zrit
University
Psychologyof Kerala (India) • Psychosomatic disorders
Psychology
PhD in Behavioural Science • Communication across culture
Mahatma Gandhi University (India)

Dr. Sakineh Mofrad Child Developmental Psychologist/


Clinical Psychologist
B.Sc. in Clinical Psychology
Shiraz University (Iran) Research Interests
M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology
• Parenting
Tehran Psychiatry Institute, Iran University (Iran) • Mental Health
• Child Social Emotional Development
PhD in Psychology of Child Development
Universiti Putra Malaysia • Child Behaviour problem

Ms. Woo Pei Jun Developmental Psychologist


Research Interests
B. A. in Psychology • Infant face and language perception
Ohio State University (USA)
• Behavioural and emotional problems in children
M. A. in Psychology
Boston University (USA) • Bullying and victimization amongst school children
• Parenting issues
• Cross cultural issues in eating disorder
• Work-family balance

Ms. Grace Yap Counselling Psychologist


Research Interests
B. A. in Psychology • Young adults and personalities
University of Central Oklahoma (USA)
• Marital issues
M. Ed. in Gerontology • Aging and elderly care
University of Central Oklahoma (USA)
• Psychological factors in chronic patients
Post-graduate Diploma in Systemic Therapy
Northwest Satir Institute (Canada)

Ms. Kwan Mun Yee Counselling Psychologist


Research interests
B.S. in Psychology • Eating behaviours/disordered eating
Bemidji State University (USA)
• Body image
M.S. in Counselling Psychology
Bemidji State University (USA) • Self-esteem
• Self-efficacy
A Tradition of Success

Cross-cultural psychology inspires Classes are interesting as lecturers I apply skills and abilities I learned
me. I learned about people’s impart knowledge that inspires as a psychology student to my
attitudes, values and behaviours, us. Abnormal Psychology gave current job. I utilise methods from
and how they are shaped by me the chance to have a better my programme to encourage
culture. That is why psychologists understanding of mental disorders employees and use personality
need to develop cultural sensitivity. and helped to correct stigma and assessments for recruitment and
prejudices. employee development.
INDRI GITTA EDRIA
3rd year student of Sunway CHAN KA WENG CHEAH RENN ZHERN
BSc (Hons) Psychology 3rd year student of Sunway Graduate of Sunway
BSc (Hons) Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology
Human Capital Development
Executive, Sunway City Berhad
We have a proud tradition of being the stepping stone to success.
Many of our graduates have successfully moved on to further
their studies at renowned universities or pursue rewarding careers
of their choice.

I learned various psychological Understanding the underlying What I love most in psychology is
assessments which are appropriate processes which intertwine in Pet Behavioural Studies as it not
for different clinical cases and our everyday lives like Motivation only taught me to love animals but
behavioural techniques to manage and Emotion, has allowed me to gave me a better understanding
children’s behaviours. I gained first- have much input in the way I can of why they act in a particular
hand experience in conducting regulate and aid in maximising my manner. I want to devote myself
infant experiments along with behaviours and potential. to my passion which is protecting
administering developmental animals.
assessments on infants. SYED ABDUL QADER BIN SYED
ABDUL RAHMAN ALSAGOFF SARAH AHMED SAEED
3rd year student of Sunway AHMED MADHI
HO LI QUIN BSc (Hons) Psychology 2nd year student of Sunway
Graduate of Sunway BSc (Hons) Psychology
BSc (Hons) Psychology
Worldwide Connections:
University Partner
Success is a culmination of teamwork and strong partnerships.
We have long been in alliance with some of the most accomplished
institutions of higher learning to ensure that our students get the
best in education.

Lancaster University
Sunway University is in partnership with Lancaster University, UK, a world-class
institution of higher learning which has consistently maintained its high rankings
over the years in numerous reputable league tables.

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as a centre for excellence in teaching, scholarship and research. The institution is
currently ranked as a top 10 UK university in the Times Good University Guide 2011, 8th
in the Independent’s Complete University Guide 2011, 6th in the Guardian University
Guide 2011 and Top 200 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2010 Psychology

– 2011.

Lancaster University is also a member of the prestigious N8 Group which consists of


eight of the most research intensive universities in northern England. The institution
continues to sustain its reputation for teaching and research excellence both nationally
and internationally by bringing universities, businesses and communities together. An
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example of this is the InfoLab21 at Lancaster University, which is an award-winning


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international centre of excellence for research in information and communication


technologies and has a successful history of working with Microsoft, BT Labs, Orange,
Cisco, Nokia and Ford. Additionally, the Lancaster University Management School
(LUMS) is a triple-accredited, world-ranked management school, consistently among
the UK’s top five. Psychology

The degree programmes developed and conducted at Sunway University are


validated by Lancaster University, UK. Our students who successfully complete these
undergraduate programmes will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates
of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

photographed by Jill Jennings


Education Pathway

Masters/PhD in Psychology

MSc in Organisational Psychology Employment Opportunities


(Pending MQA approval)

BSc (Hons) Psychology


(3 Years)

Sunway Foundation in Arts


A-Level/Australian Matriculation/Canadian Matriculation/
Monash University Foundation Year/
STPM/UEC or equivalent
(1 year)

SPM/O-Level/Equivalent

Teaching & Assessments


Students are expected to spend time on lectures,
tutorials, guided reading and report writing.
They are guided through project work which
emphasises problem definition, solution generation,
statistical evaluation and programme development,
preparing them to meet the demands of working life.
BSc (Hons)
Psychology

JPT/BPP (U)(KA10607/A5452) 07/14


In Psychology,
we study how
we think and
how thoughts
contribute to
how we feel
BSc (Hons) Psychology Lecturer’s Words
of Wisdom
• Mathematics plays an integral part
in psychological studies as statistics
are produced to reflect and represent
This degree programme provides a strong theoretical foundation and findings. Don’t think you can run away
from math!
subsequently, equips students with the basic skills in the science of human
• Proficiency in English is very important
behaviour. Academic materials for the programme are based on scientific
because this course reviews a lot
principles that are the result of decades of experimentation and study. of materials in that language and
Course subjects have been chosen based on their relevance to practising students are expected to produce
psychologists and with regards to requirements for psychology. strong academic papers and attend
symposiums.

What is this Find out if you’re suitable for Psychology


programme about? are a good listener
• The study of human behaviours. enjoy observing and analysing people
• Doing research and analysing are patient and caring
behaviour pattern. intrigued by the behaviours of people and animals
• Understanding emotional, are a people person
behavioural and mental abilities. like to devise and research to explore human behaviour and personalities
want to develop a range of skills for a range of careers

Career Prospect
Students study both psychological and social science subjects so that they are trained in their critical thinking,
independent research ability, communication skills and relationship. When they graduate, they are equipped with
highly sought after skills that employers look out for especially in research and human relationships related jobs.

• Teaching Children with Special Needs • Advertising


• Child Development • Public Relations
• Mental Health Aid in a Psychiatric Clinic • Statistical Research Executive
• Special Needs Resource • Human Resource
• Market Research

This programme is a prerequisite for those planning to pursue Psychology at the postgraduate level. Students may decide to
pursue Master or Doctoral degrees in clinical, educational, organisational, developmental, sports or neurological psychology.

Programme Structure

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

PSY 1014 Introductory Psychology PSY 2014 Psychology of Learning and Education PSY 3014 Advanced Topics in
PSY 1024 Social Psychology PSY 2024 Personality Psychology Psychology
PSY 1034 Developmental Psychology PSY 2034 Theories of Counselling PSY 3024 Behaviour Modification
PSY 1044 Organisational Psychology PSY 2044 Abnormal Psychology PSY 3034 Learning Disabilities
PSY 1054 Motivation & Emotion PSY 2054 Applied Developmental Psychology PSY 3044 History of Psychology
STA 1014 Introduction to Statistics PSY 2064 Brain & Behaviour PSY 3054 Psychology Seminar
RSM 1014 Research Methods PSY 2074 Psychological Testing PRJ 3026 Research Project
PSY 1064 Pet Behavioural Studies PSY 2084 Cognition & Perception INT 3026 Internship
PSY 1073 Community Mental Health PSY 2094 Cross-Cultural Psychology
ENG 1034 English for Psychology ENG 2013 Communication Skills

As per Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass a module each in Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic
Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if a credit in Bahasa Melayu has been obtained at SPM level).
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements

STPM Average B- (CGPA 2.67 minimum 2 principals or best 2 subjects)


A-Level CDD/BC (14 points)
Australian Matriculation ATAR 65
Canadian Matriculation 70%
MUFY 240
Sunway Foundation in Arts 65%
UEC Maximum 22 points (5 subjects, excluding Chinese and non-academic subjects)
International Baccalaureate 26, based on 6 subjects

Conditional offers may also be awarded on a case-by-case basis to students who narrowly miss the full entry requirements.

Mathematics and Science Requirements

The BSc (Hons) Psychology requires prospective students to provide evidence of competency in Science and Mathematics
subjects. These minimum requirements are:

• SPM/O-Level/Pre-university: • Independent Chinese Schools:


• Credit in General Mathematics • B in Science & Mathematics (Junior Middle 3 Exams)
• Credit in any of the following subjects:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics or General Science

English Language Requirements

TOEFL 550 Paper-based (213 Computer-based; 80 Internet-based)


IELTS 6.0
MUET Band 5
SPM A1/A2 or A+/A/A-
UEC English B3
O-Level English (1119) B3
Sunway Intensive English Programme Pass Level 4 with 65% minimum
Other English requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Assistance


Sunway University welcomes students who want to work hard and try their best to become professional psychologists. For
students who have met all the academic entry requirements but may still have some difficulties with English, additional classes
and remedial help in the English language can be arranged through Sunway University’s English Language Department.

Other Qualifications
Those who possess other international qualifications and are looking to transfer credits (i.e. diploma or degree) will be considered
on a case-by-case basis.

Academic Calendar
Intakes ACADEMIC YEAR STRUCTURE
March & August Two long semesters (14 weeks)

Duration Breaks
3 Years Several Mid-semester and End-of-semester breaks each year
Contributing to Society

At Sunway University, staff and students are encouraged to get involved in a variety of
community projects.
They do this either via providing community information, research or through skills training
workshops. The following are some of the projects that staff and students have been involved in:

National Institute for Youth Development Research


The National Institute for Youth Development Research was set up by the Minister of Youth and Sports to provide professional
advice on youth issues. Ms Woo Pei Jun have been involved in the development of research projects on youth which has
contributed towards policy for Youth Development in Malaysia. Current projects include projects that involve youth mental
health, lifestyle and attitudes. The collaboration with many government think-tanks and ministries has made development of
the projects possible.

Parenting at Work, Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development


The Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development has recently launched the Parenting at Work programme aiming
to assist working parents with skills to manage a healthy lifestyle at work and at home. Ms Woo Pei Jun played an active role
in the development of the training modules and together with Ms Elaine Yong, assisted in running some of these training
programmes for ministry staff and the participant activity modules.

Nutrition Society of Malaysia/Malaysian Paediatric Association


The society has been set-up to promote healthy living and nutrition amongst young children. The staff regularly assist
programmes through public talks on children mental health, eating habits and positive parenting.

Emmanuel Care Centre


The Emmanuel Care Centre was set up to assist children with learning and developmental disabilities. Ms Woo Pei Jun has
assisted with services in the centre through providing expert advice in diagnosis and rehabilitation for children. Some of our
students have also had their internship placement at the centre.

National Autism Society of Malaysia


The National Autism Society of Malaysia is concerned with the services that are being provided for autistic children.
These services include assessments and diagnosis, training in self-care skills, motor skills, speech and early intellectual development.
Ms Woo Pei Jun assists in the society through her involvement as a consultant to the National Advisory Council.
Amway One-By-One Campaign for Children
The Amway One-By-One Campaign for children was set up in Malaysia to promote positive mental health amongst Malaysian
children. The campaign includes parenting workshops, social skills training for children, parent-child interaction camps, and a
series of mental health education articles in the English, Malay and Chinese newspapers. The staff and students of the Department
of Psychology have been regularly involved in running this programme, with the support of Amway Malaysia.

IT Shared Services
Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan and Dr. Lin Mei-Hua conducted a survey to analyse the reasons for effective performance among
employees, especially in terms of increasing motivation and lowering the turnover intentions. The survey was carried out with
a sample of 60 employees on various organisational concepts and employees’ reaction and well-being. Concepts which affect
turnover intentions, work motivation and job satisfaction were identified and a detailed report was prepared and presented
to the Director of the organisation.

Wellness Project
Dr. Lin Mei-Hua and Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan are involved in a wellness intervention programme for employees of a
hospitality organisation. The client is concerned by the high medical claims and increased level of job turnover among
their employees, therefore, as consultants, Dr. Lin and Dr. Priya conducted a careful, thorough observation of the work
setting and conducted focus groups. To follow is a survey to be administered to all employees. Based on the survey results,
a suitable intervention programme will be recommended.

Diversity Awareness Programme


Dr. Priyadarshini Srinivasan and Dr. Alia Azalea conducted a Diversity Awareness Programme for a major pharmaceutical
organisation. An assessment and training was conducted to address the issue of stereotyping and unconscious biasness
among the employees of the organisation. Such programme will help the organisation to understand the possible process of
their hiring decisions.
Career Placement & Alumni
PRePARE, the core of Sunway Career Services, is designed to equip students with the right
tools and essential skills, aiming to create ‘employable’ graduates so as to prepare them for
the working world.
Through our programmes and activities, we also hope to foster good partnerships with
employers in supporting their recruitment needs.

Students

PRePARE is dedicated to accomplishing its 3 main


objectives on campus:
• eQUIP students with essential skills
• eNHANCE students’ career development in the
working world
• eMPOWER students to take confident steps in building
their career

Employers

• PRePARE seeks to foster partnerships with esteemed


employers in their recruiting endeavours by creating
various opportunities for recruitment activities through
events such as career fairs and career talks.
• Through our activities, we hope to expose students to
the different careers, and at the same time give
employers access to the graduates market.

Alumni

• PRePARE supports the Sunway Alumni by providing an


avenue for members to build their careers.
• PRePARE makes available various resources and
opportunities for members to further establish their
careers and even network with the employers.
Alumni members also have access to PRePARE Job
Centre where they can seek employment opportunities.
Scholarships
We place much emphasis on education and offer a number of scholarships to
deserving students:

The Entrance Scholarship is offered to all new students; SPM leavers entering into
Tan Sri Dato’ Pre-University programmes and Pre-University graduates entering into undergraduate
Seri Dr. Jeffrey programmes, in recognition of their excellent academic achievements prior to admission into
Cheah Entrance a new programme in Sunway University.
Scholarship
& Continuing The Continuing Scholarship is only offered to students continuing their studies (at diploma
Scholarship or undergraduate level) with Sunway University upon graduating from their Pre- University/
Foundation/Diploma Programme here with us or from Sunway Group of Colleges.

The Scholarship is offered in the name of Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah, Foundation
Chancellor of Sunway University, and Sir Christian Bonington, Chancellor of Lancaster
University. It commemorates the affiliation between Sunway University and Lancaster
University in Joint Degree Programmes in Business, Computer Technology, Hospitality and The Chancellors
Psychology. Scholarship of
Applicants are required to achieve outstanding academic results for entry into the BSc Sunway University
(Hons) Psychology and possess leadership qualities, self-motivation and positive attitude. and Lancaster
University
Scholarship rewards students with:
• Full Reduction in Tuition Fees
• Two-Week Study Visit to Lancaster University during their final/third year of studies

Tan Sri Dato’


Seri Dr. This is a nominated award for students who have achieved outstanding results in their
Jeffrey Cheah individual academic programme upon completion at Sunway University. Each award
Scholastic recipient will receive a RM2000 cash prize and a Scholastic Award Certificate.
Award

Financial Aid
Students can also seek other financial aid from PTPTN or EPF as below.

Students can withdraw


Students can apply funds from their EPF
for PTPTN loan or Account to help finance
Scholarships based on a degree education of
their results. PTPTN EPF their choice. For more
For more information, information on how to
kindly visit go about this, kindly visit
www.ptptn.gov.my www.kwsp.gov.my

Kindly refer to our Scholarship Brochure for more details or seek further information from our Admission and
Counselling Unit located on the Ground Floor of Sunway University.
Campus Facilities

The state-of-the-art facilities on campus allow psychology students to focus on


research. They have access to laboratories supporting special purposes like the
specialised Psychology Laboratories and Observation Rooms which are used
for students to learn about developmental and cognitive tests, interviewing
techniques, personality tests, experimental research, and career assessment.
For your studying pleasure, the Main Campus building is fitted with 24-hour
wireless internet (Wi-Fi) access, so you can study anywhere from the foyer to the
Roof Top Garden. This is complemented by top-notch learning facilities like air-
conditioned classrooms and lecture halls, modern science laboratories and the
expansive Tun Hussein Onn Library.
Student life here is simply convenient with amenities that meet all your needs:
a bookshop, computer labs to print, scan or photocopy assignments, a cafeteria,
recreational and sports facilities, and a Student Centre - a cosy place with a sick bay,
counselling services and more.
A campus bus service of several different routes within the Klang Valley is also
available.
Life on Campus
Whether you are from Batu Pahat or Burkina Faso, we welcome you to our student-
friendly campus where hunger is a foreign concept, and comfortable on-campus
living and a safe environment are top priorities.

Food For Thought


Eating outlets and places to chill out are aplenty
on and around campus. The spacious cafeteria is a
great on-campus place to hang out which includes a
canteen and more than 10 different stalls that serve
full meals or snacks at reasonable prices. Beyond
the campus compound, students are spoilt for
choice by the many restaurants and an immensely
popular food centre, all offering an endless variety
of delicious food with something for everyone at a
student-friendly budget.

On-Campus Accommodation
On-campus living makes it easy to get up and
about to and from classes every day. It is a home
away from home where students get to meet new
friends, learn new cultures and experience living
independently. Everything is within walking distance
from our campus - hospital, shopping mall, theme
park, restaurants and banks. Choose between the
communal living of the Sun-U Apartment or the
condominium lifestyle of Sun-U Residence. A caring
hostel master is on hand to oversee the welfare of
every occupant.

Safety & Security


Here, the committed security team is made up of
Auxiliary Police and trained professionals who work
around the clock to ensure that every day is a smooth
and peaceful one.
Whenever a student feels under the weather, they
can make their way to the sick bay. Endearingly
known as Nightingale Bay, it is situated near the
cafeteria where a matronly Registered Nurse is on
duty and well-equipped to handle minor ailments.
Out of the Box
Our Psychology degree nurtures students through traditional means complemented
with learning outside the classrooms. Participation in student activities such as: our very
own Psychology Club, field trips and educational workshops, moulds them into effective
leaders and communicators.

Mid-Autumn merrymaking

Promoting friendships and


strengthening the ties that bind
the Psychology family through
exciting gatherings and outings. Return of the Retro

Students learn through hands-on learning and


psychology experiments in specialised labs.
Academic Symposium 2010:
The Influence of
Sociocultural Pressures on
Thought Processes Field trip: Mental institution

Specialised workshops as a platform


to learn and exchange ideas with
peers and professionals.

Theme Day: NERDS

Annual dinners

Lecturers and students enjoy a close-knit bond with


the quirky Theme Days and many other social events.
Subject Outline
University Compulsory Subjects

ENG 1034 ENGLISH FOR PSYCHOLOGY


An important aspect of advancing professional
education in the field of psychology is to be able to keep
up-to-date with scientific publications. Many of these
publications are in English. Hence, a strong foundation in
English is necessary. This subject focuses on few aspects
in the learning of English for psychological studies. It
helps students to improve their reading strategies for
processing academic texts. It also develops the following
areas of academic language use, namely, listening to
lectures and making notes, writing essays and papers,
and participating in small-group discussions.

ENG 2013 COMMUNICATION SKILLS


The subject introduces the basic elements of oral
communication, the various factors that determine
effective communication and the application of
communication skills in a variety of academic, business
and social contexts. A variety of communication activities
in presentation and discussion formats are incorporated
to allow for understanding, practice and the mastering
of basic concepts in communicating.
Psychology Subjects

PSY 1014 INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY RSM 1014 RESEARCH METHODS


This introductory subject covers methods, data, and The prerequisite to developing a thesis for students
theoretical interpretations in areas of learning, sensory involves a thorough understanding of how experiments
and psycho-physiology. Developmental, social, are developed. With this in mind, students are required
personality and abnormal psychology are also included. to understand the construction of surveys and survey
methodology, single case-study designs, matched
PSY 1024 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY subject designs and repeated measure designs. In
Social Psychology looks at how individuals are affected addition, an understanding of the kinds of analysis
by their social environment and vice versa. Topics include employed in each experimental design is explored. This
attitude, aggression, conformity, friendship formation unit also instructs students on how to write research
and group dynamics. Tutorials include projects that reports in a systematic and standardised manner.
require students to research social situations in greater
depth. PSY 1064 PET BEHAVIOURAL STUDIES
Almost all theories of psychology originated with
PSY 1034 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY observations and studies of the animal world. The aim
This subject examines the different stages that humans of this subject is to introduce the student to the world of
go through in their development process. It also domesticated pets. During the course, the student will
explores how some of these processes change during be exposed to a wide variety of topics on animals that
one’s life span. This subject examines aspects of human are aimed at improving their sensitivity and awareness
development such as memory, attention, intelligence, to the animal world. Through this course, they gain a
speech and language, social and moral values, and healthy respect for these animals that also have feelings.
motor abilities. In addition to lectures, there are tutorials The course covers a variety of topics, ranging from
and small projects that require students to pay attention perception and cognition, health, abnormal behaviours,
to various aspects of human development. animal assisted therapy and education, to human-animal
relationships.
PSY 1044 ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Topics include recruiting, selecting, appraising PSY 1074 COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
and training employees, motivation of work, All professional psychologists will eventually contribute in
work performance and its measurements, job some way towards educating the community on a wide
satisfaction, occupational stress, leadership and range of mental health issues. This module introduces
group communication. It also includes a section on the student to a wide variety of general mental health
Occupational Health and Safety that considers the issues. Many of the applications of these concepts involve
rights of employees, safety and health programmes, family and working environment that the student may
effective communication and sexual harassment. encounter in the future. Through a mixture of theoretical
principles and public health information, this module
PSY 1054 MOTIVATION AND EMOTION intends to equip the student with a variety of positive
What keeps people motivated? This subject examines the mental health skills which they can eventually impart to
various theories of motivation. The perspectives taken the general audience.
include: need theory, instrumentality theory, comparison
theory, goal setting theory and reinforcement theory. In
addition, the subject examines how emotions are formed
and what affects them.

STA 1014 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS


This subject examines the nature of statistical data,
ordering and manipulation of data, measures of central
tendency and dispersion, and elementary probability.
Concepts of statistical inference, estimation and
hypothesis testing are explored as well. Special topics
include means, frequency tables, standard deviations, t-
tests, correlation, analysis of variance and non-parametric
methods.
PSY 2014 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND
EDUCATION
This subject introduces the theoretical basis of learning
to students. It begins with the study of Classical
Conditioning Theory and moves towards Operant
Conditioning. In the context of the environment, the
Social Learning Theory is introduced and followed by
more recent models of learning such as the Information
Processing Model and the Cognitive Learning Theory.
This course will also examine methods of curriculum
design, motivating students, controlling class behaviour
and maintaining students’ attention.

PSY 2024 PERSONALITY PSYCHOLOGY


This subject concerns the study of personality. It
examines each of the major theories of personality. In
addition, it looks at the factors that affect personality
development. There is also emphasis on measurements
and practical applications of personality to medical and
industrial settings.

PSY 2034 THEORIES OF COUNSELLING


An overview of the various theories of counselling
is provided in this subject. Theories covered include: PSY 2074 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
Cognitive Theories, Behavioural Theories, Rational The purpose of this subject is to introduce students
Emotive Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Family Therapy to psychological tests that are commonly used in
(System’s Theory), Client-Centred Therapy, Gestalt applied settings: IQ tests, Adaptive tests, Language
Therapy and Group Therapy. tests, Mathematics tests, Personality tests, tests of
Affect and tests of Behaviour. In addition, issues in test
PSY 2044 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY construction and test selection will also be discussed.
This subject studies the forms of abnormal behaviour, Tutorials and practical work are designed to provide
aetiology, development, interpretation and final students with basic skills in interviewing, testing,
manifestation. It is research-based and provides students systematic observation and report writing.
with an understanding of the current approaches to
treatment. Topics covered include personality disorders, PSY 2084 COGNITION AND PERCEPTION
schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and mood disorder This subject is an introduction to Cognitive Psychology
based on the DSM-IV. This unit also examines the and Sensory Perception. Cognitive Psychology concerns
importance of professional issues such as ethics and how humans acquire, process and represent information.
malpractice. The unit is essential for those intending to Lectures on cognition focus on theories, concepts, and
pursue Clinical Psychology at the graduate level. empirical findings related to topics such as language
and reading; contemporary models of memory; thinking
PSY 2054 APPLIED DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY and reasoning; and decision-making. It also examines
This subject introduces students to a range of applied the structure and functions of the sensory systems such
issues in developmental psychology. It examines various as vision, hearing and touch. The perception lectures
issues in infancy and childhood such as development address how sensory abilities are measured and their
of children’s thinking and issues relating to bullying. In limitations. Attention is also paid to the use of measures
addition, it examines the plight and predicament of the of sensory capacity in understanding more complex
elderly when their physical and mental abilities begin problems such as reading disabilities.
to deteriorate. The prescribed readings, lectures and
practical work cover applied aspects of normal and PSY 2094 CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
typical development from birth to old age. Understanding how cultures interact with and
subsequently affects human behaviour is crucial when
PSY 2064 BRAIN AND BEHAVIOUR trying to solve behavioural and emotional problems. This
course examines the way cultures differ, and how humans
This subject focuses on the effects of brain’s biological
perceive, think, feel, strive and relate to others. During
and chemical processes on behaviour. The topics
the lectures, the social and inter-personal interactions,
covered include brain damage, sensory articulation,
industrial practices and values between Malaysian and
split brain behaviour, psychopharmacology, visual
other cultures are examined through project work,
system, memory, sleep, hormones and sex, and
research and lectures.
substance abuse. It also examines the chemical
processes associated with emotion.
PSY 3014 ADVANCED TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY PSY 3044 HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY
This consists of a series of lectures on a wide range of This subject examines the philosophical and historical
topics that are typical to the field of psychology. These development of knowledge within psychology and
lectures examine the psychologist’s perspectives on the how these critical issues impact on the current beliefs
following areas: pain management, bereavement, health, concerning the objective nature of psychology as a
and ethics. discipline, together with its limitations. Topics will
include philosophy of the mind, metaphysics and
PSY 3024 BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION philosophy of science as they relate to the development
Many things within the environment shape a child’s of the various paradigms within psychology and across
behaviour. This lecture series looks at the role that both Eastern and Western perspectives.
Classical Conditioning, Operant Conditioning and Social
Learning plays in shaping a child’s behaviour. It then PSY 3054 PSYCHOLOGY SEMINAR
focuses on how behavioural techniques may be used to This subject prepares students for post-graduate
modify children’s behaviour. In addition, it also looks at studies in Psychology. The students will be exposed
Applied Behaviour Analysis techniques that are used to to different Psychology topics based on the
shape the behaviour of children with autism. specialisation of the lecturer teaching the course.
Presently, three areas has been identified, they are
PSY 3034 LEARNING DISABILITIES Industrial/ Organisational Psychology, Human Factors,
Many things can result in a child having difficulties in and Advanced Social Psychology. The objective is to
assimilating and learning new information. This subject induce critical analysis of theoretical concepts and its
introduces the student to some of the most common application to various settings.
type of learning disabilities. Amongst the topics covered
are visual-perceptual problems, attention deficits and PRJ 3026 RESEARCH PROJECT
mental retardation. All students enrolled in this subject will be required to
undertake a small-scale research project that involves
designing a study, writing an introduction, data
collection and analysis, discussion and compilation of a
reference list. The standards to which this report is written
should abide with that of the American Psychological
Association.

INT 3026 INTERNSHIP


Students are required to carry out a period of supervised
practical work that applies the skills learnt throughout
the psychology course. Practical may involve clinical,
community, child or human resource work.
Investing in the Future

12-storey New Academic Block


with 2 Basement Levels and a Mezzanine Floor as well as a 2-level Basement Car Park

The 12-storey academic block will house the Adhering to the government’s call for more
interdisciplinary undergraduate and new graduate environmentally friendly buildings, this academic block
programmes. The academic block of more than is vying for the Green Mark Singapore and Green Building
550,000 sq. ft. will accommodate at least another Index (GBI) Certification. The environmentally friendly
9,000 student population. The 2-level basement car design and concept in construction incorporates
park below the football field will consist of about 1,000 energy and water efficiency, and innovation for good
parking bays available to both staff and students. natural lighting and ventilation systems.

The Graduate School


The institution’s striving motto is to be the “Harvard of the East” and it aims to provide world-class learning
experiences. The construction of the Graduate School on campus will be the focal point for Sunway Alumni to house
their conferences and programmes. This school will consist of a 130-seat lecture theatre and two 80-seat semicircle
auditoriums with some break out rooms for discussion purposes. It will also be equipped with up-to-date facilities
and sound systems.
Auditorium The Multi-Purpose
The construction of a 5,000-seat grand auditorium Sports Complex
will be equipped with the most modern and premier
A Multi-Purpose Sports Complex will be built
state-of-the-art facilities and AVA system. This
adjoining to the Auditorium. This Sports Complex
auditorium will be one of the most outstanding in
will be used for both indoor sporting activities and
Malaysia to house graduation ceremonies and world-
Sunway examinations and events appropriately. The
class events like the Cats musical, Il Divo and grand
Sports Complex will have a seating capacity of 1,000
opera performances as well as symposiums.
people.

The Le Cordon Bleu Centre


The establishment of the Sunway-Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts offers innovative courses in cuisine and
pastry. The institute’s brand new Reception Office is housed in a contemporary 2-storey full glass building which
adopts the concept of elegance.
Sunway University
Programmes offered
DIPLOMA & DEGREE PROGRAMMES
• Diploma in Business Administration
• Diploma in Culinary Arts
• Diploma in Events Management
• Diploma in Fine Art
• Diploma in Graphic & Multimedia Design
• Diploma in Hotel Management
• Diploma in Information Technology
• Diploma in Interior Design
• Diploma in Nursing
• Diploma in Performing Arts
• Diploma in Tourism Management
• BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance
• BSc (Hons) Business Management
• BSc (Hons) Business Studies
• BSc (Hons) Information Systems
• BSc (Hons) Information Technology
• BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management
• BSc (Hons) Psychology

AMERICAN DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM (ARTS)


AMERICAN DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM (SCIENCE/ENGINEERING)
(Majors in Actuarial Science, Architecture, Aviation, Biomedical Science,
Business, Communication, Computer Science, Engineering,
Forensic Science, Psychology)

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
• Doctor of Philosophy (Computing)
• Masters in Management
• Masters in Money, Banking & Finance
• MSc in Computer Science (by research)

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMMES


• Intensive English Programme (IEP)
• International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS)
• Vacation English School (VES)

Sunway College
Programmes offered
PRE-UNIVERSITY STUDIES
• Australian Matriculation
• Cambridge GCE A Level
• Canadian International Matriculation Programme
• Monash University Foundation Year
• Sunway Foundation in Arts

Australian Business Programmes


sunway.edu.my/university (Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia)
• Bachelor of Business (Twinning Programme/3+0)
(Accounting, Banking & Finance, Financial Risk Management,
SUNWAY UNIVERSITY (KPT/JPT/DFT/US/B15) International Trade and Marketing)
Owned and governed by Jeffrey Cheah Foundation (800946-T) • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

No. 5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING PROGRAMMES


46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
+6 (03) 7491 8622 • Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
+6 (03) 5635 8630 • Certificate in Finance, Accounting & Business (CFAB)
info@sunway.edu.my • The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW)

All information is correct at the time of printing (May 2011)

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