School of Behavioural Sciences

One of the largest and longest-established psychology programs in Asia.

School of Behavioural Sciences

Long History: One of the first institutions in Asia to offer undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs in psychology.
Leading Scale: Over 1,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students are currently enrolled, supported by a dedicated teaching and research team of more than 50 members.
Global Pathways: Established credit transfer agreements with over 20 leading universities in the UK, USA, Australia, and New Zealand, offering flexible progression options such as 1+2 and 2+1 study models.
Generous Scholarships: Over 100 scholarships and research assistantships are awarded annually to outstanding students.
Research Strength: Home to 10 dedicated research centers, with papers regularly published in peer-reviewed SSCI and SCI journals.
QS Accreditation: The first private university in Southeast Asia to receive 5 Stars across all nine categories in the QS Stars University Ratings.
Outstanding Employability: In 2022, HELP University achieved a 6-star rating in the National Graduate Employability Index, with over 350 companies and organizations offering internships and employment opportunities to its students and graduates.
Clinical Excellence: Supported by the Neuropsychology Clinical Center, Counseling and Psychological Services Center, and the Mental Health Center (co-established with the Malaysian Mental Health Association), providing professional psychological services to both the community and students.
International Recognition: The first Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology chapter established in Southeast Asia.
Advanced Facilities: Equipped with EEG and Virtual Reality (VR) laboratories, along with a 24-hour online journal library providing access to over 3,000 psychology publications.
Diverse Curriculum: Offers 21 elective courses spanning areas such as Clinical, Counseling, Educational, Industrial & Organizational, and Neuropsychology fields.
Integrated Pathway: Offers four major postgraduate programs — Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Counseling, Master of Philosophy (Psychology), and Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) — providing a seamless academic progression from master’s to doctoral level.
Career Development Support: Dedicated CAREERsense@HELP Centre provides career assessment, counseling, and guidance — supporting students’ personal growth and employability every step of the way.

At HELP, let psychology become your second language — connecting you to the world and empowering your future.