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The IMU Master of Clinical Psychology focuses on developing clinical psychologists with professional attitude, knowledge, skills and competencies in the areas of clinical psychology practice and research.
Master of Clinical Psychology
This programme offers practical skills training which enables graduates to apply evidence-based practice and theories to perform assessment and interventions for a diverse population in a safe and effective manner. Graduates of the programme will be prepared to assume positions in the fields of healthcare, education, research, corporate and community settings.
The programme is provisionally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Graduates of the programme will be eligible to apply for registration and practice of clinical psychology with the Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council.
Key Facts
Why Study Clinical Psychology at IMU?
An Established Private Healthcare University
IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education.
IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/2019 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.
Comprehensive Curriculum
The curriculum is tailored in a comprehensive manner which prepares students to be competent in performing psychological assessment, diagnosis and various psychological intervention (for example, individual, couples and family therapy) catered to a population of diverse gender, age, cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic background
Serving the Community
To enhance the learning experience, students will be participating in IMU Cares Community projects related to mental health activities such as counselling, psychoeducation, assessments and other activities to promote mental wellness.
Multidisciplinary Learning and Collaborative Practice
To enhance students’ competence in providing collaborative care to clients, students will work closely with different healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary setting to co-manage cases and co-construct intervention plans.
Platform to Practise
To enhance the practical learning experience, students will have the opportunity to practise in the IMU Psychology and Learning Centre and established centres with close supervision by qualified clinical psychologists and other relevant mental health professionals. This will provide students with an up-close experience to help clients in an integrated psychology and healthcare setting.
Programme Structure
This programme comprises of compulsory, core, elective and practicum modules as listed below:
ASSESSMENT
The IMU Master of Clinical Psychology programme employs both continuous and final assessments in assessing students. Majority of the modules employ continuous assessment with a variety of assessment methods such as practical skills, reflective writing, critical review report, research proposal, case study analysis, self-assessment, etc. As for the final assessment, students will go through an examination which focuses on evaluating students’ application of theoretical knowledge and ability to think critically.
Entry Requirement
| A. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS | B. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS |
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Applicants are required to have obtained:
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For Malaysian Students Not applicable |
For International Students
The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:
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Note
Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes.
Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information
Application and Registration Fees
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) | |
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| Application Fee | 150 | 500 | |
| Registration Fee | 1,100 | 3,400 | |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Student Association Fee per Semester | 40 | 40 | |
Fee Structure
Malaysian Student
| Study Mode | No. of Credit Hour | Fee per Credit Hour (RM) | Total Fee (RM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 60 | 1,200 | 72,000 |
International Student
| Study Mode | No. of Credit Hour | Fee per Credit Hour (RM) | Total Fee (RM) |
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| Conventional | 60 | 1,350 | 81,000 |
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A Word from the Programme Director
DR DARLINA HANI BINTI FADIL AZIM
Clinical Psychologist, Senior Lecturer and Programme Director
PhD Health Psychology (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland),
MHSc Clinical & Counselling Psychology (International Islamic University Malaysia)
“From passion to practice – turn your desire to help others into a fulfilling career with IMU’s Master of Clinical Psychology programme. Our programme provides a comprehensive curriculum that equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions across diverse populations. Taught by faculty who are both experienced educators and practitioners, utilising evidence-based approaches, you will gain valuable experience through interactive classes, supervised clinical placements in various settings, and research opportunities. By the end of this programme, you will graduate as an ethical, proficient, and compassionate clinical psychologist, prepared to make a significant contribution to the field of mental healthcare and the lives of individuals and communities.”