Master of Clinical Psychology

Clinical psychology is a specialised field focused on assessing, diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health disorders and emotional difficulties. IMU’s Clinical Psychology programme is designed to develop professionals equipped with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies required for both clinical practice and research. Students will engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare professionals, working together to co-manage cases and design intervention plans tailored to individual patient needs. This approach enables graduates to contribute meaningfully to addressing mental health challenges within the community.  

IMU’s curriculum is structured comprehensively to prepare students for proficiency in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and various therapeutic interventions, including individual, couples, and family therapy. The programme is designed to cater to individuals from diverse gender, age, cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. As part of their learning experience, students will participate in IMU Cares Community projects related to mental health, such as counselling, psychoeducation, and psychological assessments, along with other initiatives aimed at promoting mental wellness.  

To further enhance practical training, students will gain hands-on experience at IMU Healthcare Clinics and other established mental health centres. Under the close supervision of experienced clinical psychologists and relevant mental health professionals, students will develop their clinical competencies in an integrated psychology and healthcare setting, ensuring they are well-prepared for professional practice.

Applicants are required to have obtained:

• A Bachelor’s Degree of at least 3 years’ duration in Psychology or its equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.75 out of 4.00; Note: A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology not meeting CGPA of 2.75 (but not lower than 2.5) may be considered subject to rigorous internal assessment by an independent review panel
• Shortlisted applicants who meet the entry requirement will undergo an interview session. Shortlisted applicants must pass the interview carried out by members of the selection committee
• Students who have any relevant work experience would have an added advantage

*Prospective candidates from a different field of study can reach out to IMU Admissions for more information.

English Proficiency Requirements:

For Malaysian Students

Not applicable

For International Students

• IELTS : Band score 5.0; or
• TOEFL (iBT) : Overall score of 42; or
• Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE) : Overall score of 154; or
• Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE) : Overall score of 154; or
• Cambridge Linguaskill : Overall score of 160; or
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 47;

The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:

• International students from countries in which English is the first language.
• International students who graduated from any Malaysian or other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English.

• Adult Psychopathology
• Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
• Psychological Assessment
• Psychotherapy 1
• Psychotherapy 2

• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Crisis Intervention and Addiction
• Intermediate Research Methods and Statistics
• Cultural Diversity, Ethics and Professionalism
• Pesearch Project 1,2 and 3

• Practicum 1,2 and 3
• 3 elective modules
• Psychopharmacology

Select 3 out of the folowing 5 elective modules:

• Groupwork
• Play Therapy
• Grief and Bereavement Counselling
• Theory and Practice in Family Therapy
• Systemic Therapy for Couples and Family