Master of Counselling 24 months Postgraduate Programme By Taylor's University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Welcome to the Master of Counselling programme, tailored for individuals dedicated to delivering top-quality mental health care to individuals with milder challenges. Our aim is to nurture skilled and compassionate counsellors who can pursue registration and licensing in Malaysia under the esteemed Board of Counsellors (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia).
 
This programme serves as a vital stepping stone for those passionate about engaging in the field of mental health. With a focus on upholding ethical standards and fostering competence, our programme equips you with the expertise to become a globally competitive practitioner and researcher. Given the rising demand for professional counsellors, admission to the programme is increasingly selective to maintain our high standards.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Welcome to the Master of Counselling programme, tailored for individuals dedicated to delivering top-quality mental health care to individuals with milder challenges. Our aim is to nurture skilled and compassionate counsellors who can pursue registration and licensing in Malaysia under the esteemed Board of Counsellors (Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia).
 
This programme serves as a vital stepping stone for those passionate about engaging in the field of mental health. With a focus on upholding ethical standards and fostering competence, our programme equips you with the expertise to become a globally competitive practitioner and researcher. Given the rising demand for professional counsellors, admission to the programme is increasingly selective to maintain our high standards.

Admission Requirements

5+
2.5+
40+

Fulfilling one of the requirements listed below:

  • Bachelors degree from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent preferably but not necessarily with relevant industry experience.
  • Those with CGPA between 2.00 to 2.49 but with a minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience are also admissible.
  • For Malaysian students (if their undergraduate or postgraduate degree qualifications [whichever more recent] were done outside of Malaysia, and were not undertaken in the English language): IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 500 paper based or 213 for computer-based (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.
  • All candidates who fulfill the above requirements must pass Candidate Selection Interview to ensure comprehension of English language and the basic psychological wellbeing suitability of the candidate for the role as a Counsellor.
International Students

IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 500 paper based or 213 for computer-based (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

2 Years
Sep
Apr

Tuition fees

Domestic
12,778 USD
International
18,124 USD

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