NU Clinical Psych HB

(Top-up)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

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  • Overview

  • Overview

  • Top 5 reasons to choose Northumbria University

    1. Mainly assignment-based curriculum 

    2. Modern University of the Year
    (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)

    3. Research University of the Year
    (Daily Mail University Guide 2024)

    4. Top 35 Best UK Universities
    (The Complete University Guide – University League Tables 2025)

    5. Top 100 Young Universities in the World
    (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)

     

    About the Programme

    The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) (Top-up) programme is a Direct Honours Degree programme offered by the Faculty of Arts, Design, and Social Sciences, Northumbria University.

    Clinical Psychology involves understanding different aspects of physical and mental health problems and their impact on one’s well-being. These range from schizophrenia and depression to learning difficulties and addiction. This programme enables students to learn about a variety of physical and mental health issues, methods of assessment of those issues, and treatment and therapy options. For example, there are modules looking at what can cause physical and mental health problems (eg. eating disorders and alcoholism). Therefore, this specialised programme aims to provide students with a broad knowledge of Clinical Psychology.

    The practical research aspect runs throughout the programme and allows students to develop increasingly autonomous research skills as they progress over the two years. In the theory-based modules at Year 2, students will mainly learn about research (research-led learning). Whereas, in the lab-based modules, students will progressively learn how to research (research-orientated learning) and conduct their own research (research-based learning). Discussing research (research-tutored learning) is an important approach in all modules. The final year project will be a culmination of their research training as they will work with a supervisor but take the lead in initiating, designing, conducting, and reporting an original piece of empirical work.

     

    Career Opportunities

    The curriculum of this Degree is designed to deepen your understanding of the subject while enhancing your transferable and critical thinking skills. You will graduate with practical experience, research skills, and the confidence and independent learning abilities that will serve you well in a variety of careers.

    Here are some roles where you could enter directly into employment:

    • Career Coach
    • Community Supervision Specialist
    • Correctional Officer
    • Human Resources Manager
    • Rehabilitation Manager
    • Social & Health Programme Consultant
    • Community Supervision Specialist

       

    Salary Guide

    Rehabilitation Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$78,987
    Human Resources Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$77,735
    Correctional Officer | Average Salary Annually: S$69,018
    Career Coach | Average Salary Annually: S$63,059
    Social & Health Programme Consultant | Average Salary Annually: S$47,105
    Community Supervision Specialist | Average Salary Annually: S$40,373

    Source: sg.indeed.com/career (accurate as of 20 May 2024)

     

    Some careers will require further specialist training, including:

    • Clinical Psychologist
    • Counsellor
    • Teacher

     

    Graduation & Degree Awarded

    Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.

    The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.

    Key facts
    Duration
    18 months
    Intake Month
    May & November
    Number Of Modules
    11
    Mode Of Delivery
    Blended Learning
    Assessment
    A combination of assignments and examinations
    Career Opportunities
    Career Coach
    Community Supervision Specialist
    Correctional Officer
    Human Resources Manager
    Rehabilitation Manager
    Social & Health Programme Consultant
    Community Supervision Specialist
  • Top 5 reasons to choose Northumbria University

    1. Mainly assignment-based curriculum with no exams

    2. Accredited by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE)
    (CSCSE is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China)

    3. Modern University of the Year
    (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)

    4. Top 35 Best UK Universities
    (The Complete University Guide – University League Tables 2025)

    5. Top 100 Young Universities in the World
    (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)

     

    About the Programme

    The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) (Top-up) programme is a Direct Honours Degree programme offered by the Faculty of Arts, Design, and Social Sciences, Northumbria University.

    Clinical Psychology involves understanding different aspects of physical and mental health problems and their impact on one’s well-being. These range from schizophrenia and depression to learning difficulties and addiction. This programme enables students to learn about a variety of physical and mental health issues, methods of assessment of those issues, and treatment and therapy options. For example, there are modules looking at what can cause physical and mental health problems (eg. eating disorders and alcoholism). Therefore, this specialised programme aims to provide students with a broad knowledge of Clinical Psychology.

    The practical research aspect runs throughout the programme and allows students to develop increasingly autonomous research skills as they progress over the two years. In the theory-based modules at Year 2, students will mainly learn about research (research-led learning). Whereas, in the lab-based modules, students will progressively learn how to research (research-orientated learning) and conduct their own research (research-based learning). Discussing research (research-tutored learning) is an important approach in all modules. The final year project will be a culmination of their research training as they will work with a supervisor but take the lead in initiating, designing, conducting, and reporting an original piece of empirical work.

     

    Career Opportunities

    The curriculum of this Degree is designed to deepen your understanding of the subject while enhancing your transferable and critical thinking skills. You will graduate with practical experience, research skills, and the confidence and independent learning abilities that will serve you well in a variety of careers.

    Here are some roles where you could enter directly into employment:

    • Career Coach
    • Community Supervision Specialist
    • Correctional Officer
    • Human Resources Manager
    • Rehabilitation Manager
    • Social & Health Programme Consultant
    • Community Supervision Specialist

       

    Salary Guide

    Rehabilitation Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$78,987
    Human Resources Manager | Average Salary Annually: S$77,735
    Correctional Officer | Average Salary Annually: S$69,018
    Career Coach | Average Salary Annually: S$63,059
    Social & Health Programme Consultant | Average Salary Annually: S$47,105
    Community Supervision Specialist | Average Salary Annually: S$40,373

    Source: sg.indeed.com/career (accurate as of 20 May 2024)

     

    Some careers will require further specialist training, including:

    • Clinical Psychologist
    • Counsellor
    • Teacher

     

    Graduation & Degree Awarded

    Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.

    The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.

    Key facts
    Duration
    18 months
    Intake Month
    May & November
    Number Of Modules
    11
    Mode Of Delivery
    100% In-person
    Assessment
    A combination of assignments and examinations
    Career Opportunities
    Career Coach
    Community Supervision Specialist
    Correctional Officer
    Human Resources Manager
    Rehabilitation Manager
    Social & Health Programme Consultant
    Community Supervision Specialist

Ranking & Accreditation

  • Intakes

    There are 2 intakes per year.

    Commencement
    • May
    • November

      Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

    Minimum Class Size
    • 20 students

      Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.

      Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.

  • Intakes

    There are 2 intakes per year.

    Commencement
    • May
    • November

      Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

    Minimum Class Size
    • 20 students

      Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.

      Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.

Curriculum

Modules

Core Modules
  • Advanced Qualitative and Survey Methods and Laboratory Experience
  • Advanced Experimental Methods and Laboratory Experience
  • Eating Disorders
  • Mental Health Difficulties and Therapeutic Approaches
  • Mental Health, Cognition and the Brain
  • Mental Health Problems and Crime
  • Neuropsychology and Cognitive Science
  • Psychobiology, Cognition and Individual Differences
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychology Project
  • Social and Developmental Psychology and Psychopathology

Click here for module descriptions.

  • Admission Criteria
    Academic Requirements
    • Kaplan Diploma
    • Polytechnic Diploma
    • Other private Diplomas or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
    English Language Requirements
    • GCE O-Level English language subject (Grade C6 and above); OR
    • IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
    • For more information, please click here.

    In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.

    Work Experience
    • When required, work experience will be applied as part of the admissions process. Any work experience assessment and related admissions decisions will be conducted by the University, and lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of University Credit
  • Admission Criteria
    Academic Requirements
    • Kaplan Diploma
    • Polytechnic Diploma
    • Other private Diplomas or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
    English Language Requirements
    • GCE O-Level English language subject (Grade C6 and above); OR
    • IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
    • For more information, please click here.

    In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.

    Work Experience
    • When required, work experience will be applied as part of the admissions process. Any work experience assessment and related admissions decisions will be conducted by the University, and lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of University Credit
  • Fees

    • Local Applicants
      Apply Now

      Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$31,544.60 payable in 6 instalments 
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*

      *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$239.80
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Student Development Fee

      S$283.40*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

      The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.

      Maybank Education Loan

      • Standard Repayment
        1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment
        1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing
        1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

      OCBC Frank Education Loan

      • Standard - Principal & Interest
        1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Graduated - Interest first*
        1. Pay only interest while studying.
        2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation.
      • Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
        1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
        2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

        *For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.

      For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  • Fees

    • Local Applicants
      Apply Now

      Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$31,544.60 payable in 6 instalments 
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*

      *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$239.80
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Student Development Fee

      S$283.40*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

      The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.

      Maybank Education Loan

      • Standard Repayment
        1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment
        1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing
        1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

      OCBC Frank Education Loan

      • Standard - Principal & Interest
        1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Graduated - Interest first*
        1. Pay only interest while studying.
        2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation.
      • Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
        1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
        2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

        *For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.

      For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
    • International Applicants
      Apply Now

      Full-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$37,594.10 payable in 2 instalments
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$523.20
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Administration Fee

      S$1,199*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.

      Maybank Education Loan

      • Standard Repayment
        1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment
        1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing
        1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
        2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

      OCBC Frank Education Loan

      • Standard - Principal & Interest
        1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Graduated - Interest first*
        1. Pay only interest while studying.
        2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation.
      • Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
        1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
        2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards.
      • Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.

        *For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.

      For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  • Duration
    Duration
    • 18 months
    Maximum allowed candidature period
    • Not applicable
  • Duration
    Duration
    • 18 months
    Maximum allowed candidature period
    • Not applicable

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