The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) at Lincoln University College degree provides rigorous research training to prepare graduates for careers in academia or research, as well as practice as a licensed clinical psychologist.
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) at Lincoln University College degree provides rigorous research training to prepare graduates for careers in academia or research, as well as practice as a licensed clinical psychologist. Students are given extensive training in research methods and statistics to develop new scientific information on their own, and they are frequently asked to write a dissertation to demonstrate their research ability.
For successful completion of PhD candidate should publish minimum Four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.
Program Aim
The program Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology will produce professionals who are eligible to:
- Incorporate in-depth relevant knowledge, formulate, and conduct problems effectively through critical thinking skills in psychology practices.
- Implement practical measures with interpersonal accuracy through effective communication in advanced psychology.
- Adopt the digital and numeracy skills in managing scientific solution to complex problems in the field of psychology.
- Utilize leadership, autonomy, and responsive skills effectively to personally undergo entrepreneurial work in psychological program.
- Empower integrity through professionalism and ethics in psychology related research.
Career Opportunities
Obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology can lead to a plethora of new job prospects. Education, business, and mental health are just a few of the domains where psychology can be used. The aspirants can pursue prestigious positions as:
- Lecturer
- Researcher
- Clinical Psychologist
- Neuropsychologist
- Geropsychologist
- Rehabilitation Specialists
- Counseling and Educational Psychologists
- Industry Consultan
Subject Highlights
Sl.No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
1 | PDP 801 | Research Methodology | 3 |
2 | PDP 802 | Computer Application | 3 |
3 | PDP 803 | Dissertation | 0.0 |
Entry Requirement
Entry Requirement:
i. A Master’s Degree of Psychology; (Level 7 MOH); or
ii. Other equivalent or relevant qualifications, experience and conditions accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate/competent authority in Malaysia.
Note:
1. However, candidates with Bachelor’s Degree qualifications, registered for Master’s Degree programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to Doctoral Degree programmes.
2. Application of conversion must be done within one year after the candidate registers for Master’s Degree programmes.
3. Application approval is subject to:
a) having shown competency and capability in conducting research at Doctoral Degree level:
b) rigorous internal assessment by the HEP; and
c) approval by the HEP Senate
English Requirements:
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the programme’s needs.