Master of Counselling
Master of Counselling
(MCL) (R/0923/7/0002) (05/31) (MQA/FA 14076)
(MCL) (R/0923/7/0002) (05/31) (MQA/FA 14076)
Programme Overview:
The Master of Counselling programme at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) aims to prepare students in becoming competent and ethical counsellors in the counselling profession. Students will acquire advanced knowledge and skills related to counselling while cultivating the core values of becoming professional counsellors. These integrated components are the keys to promoting positive therapeutic relationships between professional helpers and clients in need.
Intake:
February & June
Duration:
Full-time (Malaysian & International students) - 2 years
Part-time (Malaysian students ONLY) - 3 years
Campus:
KL Main Campus
Programme Outline
Programme Outline
Taught Courses
Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Human Development Across Lifespan
Career Development Theories
Multicultural Counselling
Techniques and Process in Counselling
Career Counselling and Personal Development
Assessment in Counselling Services
Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods and Analysis in Counselling
Group Counselling
Professional and Ethical Issues in Counselling
Testing and Measurement in Psychology
Elective
Research Project
Family and Marriage Counselling
Guidance and Counselling in School
Industrial and Organisational Counselling
Addiction Counselling
Crisis Counselling
Creative Arts in Counselling
Practicum & Internship
Practicum
Internship
Career Prospect
Career Prospect
Graduates are able to practice in various settings such as schools, counselling centres, hospitals, community centres, non-governmental organisations and corporate organisations:
Mental Health Counselor
Marriage and Family Counselor
Career Counselor
Psychotherapist
Disability Support Worker
Therapeutic Case Worker
Minimum Entry Requirement
Minimum Entry Requirement
Minimum Entry Requirements
A Bachelor's degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) in Counselling or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00;
Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses.
Candidates need to undergo an interview and assessment upon request by the Head of Department.
English Language Requirements
1) Malaysian Students
MUET Band 3.5/ IELTS Band 5.0/ CEFR High B1/ TOEFL iBT 40/ equivalent; OR
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English
2) International Students
IELTS Band 5.0/ CEFR High B1/ TOEFL iBT 40/ equivalent; OR
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English
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