20 monthsProgramme duration
13,665 Tuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Counselling programme at Sunway University is designed to develop highly competent and reflective counselling professionals equipped to work in a variety of settings, including educational institutions, community agencies, and workplace environments. Graduates of this programme will be well-prepared to pursue professional certification as registered counsellors with the Board of Counsellors (Malaysia) – Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (LKM). Through structured coursework and supervised practical experiences, students will gain the theoretical foundation and hands-on skills essential for effective counselling practice.
This 48-credit programme offers a focused and flexible pathway for individuals seeking to positively impact mental health and well-being. Delivered by an experienced team of counselling academics and practitioners, the curriculum integrates core domains such as lifespan development, counselling theories, ethics, multicultural understanding, assessment techniques, and group counselling. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, scientific thinking, and ethical responsibility, enabling graduates to apply professional counselling knowledge in diverse real-world settings.
In addition to strong academic training, the programme cultivates key professional competencies such as effective communication with clients and stakeholders, critical and creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity. Students will develop the ability to use digital tools in counselling practice, interpret psychological data confidently, and lead mental health initiatives in organisational and community contexts. The programme also encourages a commitment to lifelong learning, professional development, and entrepreneurial thinking in counselling practice.
As part of Sunway University’s Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, the Master of Counselling benefits from a collaborative ecosystem of healthcare, education, and innovation. Supported by the broader Sunway Education Group’s commitment to excellence, students can access vibrant academic and practical resources that enhance their journey toward becoming competent and compassionate counsellors.
Apply now to begin your journey with a programme that combines rigorous academic training, ethical grounding, and a humanistic approach to counselling.
Approved and adhering to the standards of the Board of Counsellors, Malaysia (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia)
This 48-credit programme offers a focused and flexible pathway for individuals seeking to positively impact mental health and well-being. Delivered by an experienced team of counselling academics and practitioners, the curriculum integrates core domains such as lifespan development, counselling theories, ethics, multicultural understanding, assessment techniques, and group counselling. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, scientific thinking, and ethical responsibility, enabling graduates to apply professional counselling knowledge in diverse real-world settings.
In addition to strong academic training, the programme cultivates key professional competencies such as effective communication with clients and stakeholders, critical and creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity. Students will develop the ability to use digital tools in counselling practice, interpret psychological data confidently, and lead mental health initiatives in organisational and community contexts. The programme also encourages a commitment to lifelong learning, professional development, and entrepreneurial thinking in counselling practice.
As part of Sunway University’s Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, the Master of Counselling benefits from a collaborative ecosystem of healthcare, education, and innovation. Supported by the broader Sunway Education Group’s commitment to excellence, students can access vibrant academic and practical resources that enhance their journey toward becoming competent and compassionate counsellors.
Apply now to begin your journey with a programme that combines rigorous academic training, ethical grounding, and a humanistic approach to counselling.
Approved and adhering to the standards of the Board of Counsellors, Malaysia (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia)
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Counselling programme at Sunway University is designed to develop highly competent and reflective counselling professionals equipped to work in a variety of settings, including educational institutions, community agencies, and workplace environments. Graduates of this programme will be well-prepared to pursue professional certification as registered counsellors with the Board of Counsellors (Malaysia) – Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (LKM). Through structured coursework and supervised practical experiences, students will gain the theoretical foundation and hands-on skills essential for effective counselling practice.
This 48-credit programme offers a focused and flexible pathway for individuals seeking to positively impact mental health and well-being. Delivered by an experienced team of counselling academics and practitioners, the curriculum integrates core domains such as lifespan development, counselling theories, ethics, multicultural understanding, assessment techniques, and group counselling. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, scientific thinking, and ethical responsibility, enabling graduates to apply professional counselling knowledge in diverse real-world settings.
In addition to strong academic training, the programme cultivates key professional competencies such as effective communication with clients and stakeholders, critical and creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity. Students will develop the ability to use digital tools in counselling practice, interpret psychological data confidently, and lead mental health initiatives in organisational and community contexts. The programme also encourages a commitment to lifelong learning, professional development, and entrepreneurial thinking in counselling practice.
As part of Sunway University’s Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, the Master of Counselling benefits from a collaborative ecosystem of healthcare, education, and innovation. Supported by the broader Sunway Education Group’s commitment to excellence, students can access vibrant academic and practical resources that enhance their journey toward becoming competent and compassionate counsellors.
Apply now to begin your journey with a programme that combines rigorous academic training, ethical grounding, and a humanistic approach to counselling.
Approved and adhering to the standards of the Board of Counsellors, Malaysia (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia)
This 48-credit programme offers a focused and flexible pathway for individuals seeking to positively impact mental health and well-being. Delivered by an experienced team of counselling academics and practitioners, the curriculum integrates core domains such as lifespan development, counselling theories, ethics, multicultural understanding, assessment techniques, and group counselling. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, scientific thinking, and ethical responsibility, enabling graduates to apply professional counselling knowledge in diverse real-world settings.
In addition to strong academic training, the programme cultivates key professional competencies such as effective communication with clients and stakeholders, critical and creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and cultural sensitivity. Students will develop the ability to use digital tools in counselling practice, interpret psychological data confidently, and lead mental health initiatives in organisational and community contexts. The programme also encourages a commitment to lifelong learning, professional development, and entrepreneurial thinking in counselling practice.
As part of Sunway University’s Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, the Master of Counselling benefits from a collaborative ecosystem of healthcare, education, and innovation. Supported by the broader Sunway Education Group’s commitment to excellence, students can access vibrant academic and practical resources that enhance their journey toward becoming competent and compassionate counsellors.
Apply now to begin your journey with a programme that combines rigorous academic training, ethical grounding, and a humanistic approach to counselling.
Approved and adhering to the standards of the Board of Counsellors, Malaysia (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia)
Admission Requirements
20 Months
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
13,456
International
13,665
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