Program Overview
The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) course is a full-time course, which includes a number of compulsory core study-units in Psychology and a number of elective study-units which you may choose from. By studying this area of wellbeing, you will be learning about key movements, concepts, schools of thought and historic figures who have contributed to the field of Psychology as we know it today. You will become knowledgeable on psychologists such as Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung and Erik Eriksen, and apply concepts from areas like psychoanalysis, humanism and child development in real life case studies. In your final year, you will be able to demonstrate your acquired knowledge by carrying out a research-based dissertation of your choice. The Faculty for Social Wellbeing will also encourage you to participate in the Erasmus+ mobility programme for a diverse and international academic journey. The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) course is a full-time course, which includes a number of compulsory core study-units in Psychology and a number of elective study-units which you may choose from. By studying this area of wellbeing, you will be learning about key movements, concepts, schools of thought and historic figures who have contributed to the field of Psychology as we know it today. You will become knowledgeable on psychologists such as Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung and Erik Eriksen, and apply concepts from areas like psychoanalysis, humanism and child development in real life case studies. In your final year, you will be able to demonstrate your acquired knowledge by carrying out a research-based dissertation of your choice. The Faculty for Social Wellbeing will also encourage you to participate in the Erasmus+ mobility programme for a diverse and international academic journey. The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific discip
Career Opportunities
As a holder of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree, you would have the foundational knowledge to pursue further postgraduate studies, usually by reading for an MA offered by the University of Malta or foreign institutions, to specialise in a specific area. By furthering your specialisation studies, you will be able to choose from a variety of careers. Some of these include the role of a Clinical, counselling, educational, forensic, health, occupational, organisational and sport psychologist. The degree is also a pediment that allows you to become a therapist. If you would like to pursue a career as a researcher or academic, the option of gaining your doctorate is also available.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY1606 Social Psychology 6 ECTS (NC) PSY1612 Research Methods in Psychology 6 ECTS (NC) PSY1620 Philosophical Psychology 6 ECTS (NC) Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY1610 Major Paradigms in Psychology: The Psychoanalytic and Humanistic Paradigms, and Behaviourism 6 ECTS (NC) PSY1617 Biological Psychology 1 4 ECTS (NC) PSY1622 Developmental Psychology 1 6 ECTS (NC) PSY1628 Introduction to the Psychology Profession 4 ECTS (NC) PSY1658 Academic Writing and Presentation in Psychology 4 ECTS (NC) Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY1618 Biological Psychology 2 4 ECTS (NC) PSY1623 Developmental Psychology 2 6 ECTS (NC) PSY1625 Psychology of Communication 4 ECTS (NC) PSY1635 Major Paradigms: Cognitive Psychology 4 ECTS (NC) Requirement for regular progression to Year 2: 60 credits Year 2 During their second year of studies, in addition to the compulsory study-units, students are required to choose elective study-units to the value of 16 ECTS credits from the elective pool on offer throughout the year. Elective study-units already chosen throughout the second year, may not be chosen again during the third year of the course. Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) PSY2643 Practical Psychology 4 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY2606 Psychology of Learning and Applied Behaviour Analysis 4 ECTS (NC) PSY2628 Quantitative Research Methods and Data Analysis 4 ECTS (NC) PSY2629 Qualitative Research Methods and Data Analysis 4 ECTS (NC) PSY2640 Forensic and Criminal Psychology 4 ECTS (NC) PSY2641 Psychology of Helpi
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements An Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Biology. Notes and any other requirements Applicants in terms of the 'maturity (adult learners) clause' are required to sit for a Biology Examination to be held in September. Successful applicants will then be required to sit for an interview in September. A sample of the test paper and the syllabus in connection with Biology test is available on the departmental website. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
