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Master of Counselling

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Open University Malaysia (OUM)
Faculty of Social Sciences and HumanitiesMaster's Degree

Master of Counselling is a master's degree route in education and psychology at Open University Malaysia (OUM) under master's degree programmes. Review the verified field sheet below for admissions, fees, recognition, and official source links.

Duration: 7 Semesters / 2 Years 4 MonthsAward: Master's Degree12 official sources

Duration

7 Semesters / 2 Years 4 Months

Tuition

Tuition fee not clearly published on the official website.

Intakes

January / May / September

Campus

Not clearly stated on the official programme page. OUM lists Menara OUM, Kelana Jaya as its main campus and also operates learning centres nationwide.

Admissions

Entry, English, and application checks

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Academic entry

Any recognised bachelor's degree in any field with CGPA > 2.5. If CGPA is below 2.5, the page states it may still be accepted with a minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience. Qualification must be recognised by the Malaysian government.

English requirement

Not clearly stated on the official programme page.

Additional checks

APEL pathways are available for eligible Malaysian working adults, subject to OUM/MQA requirements.

Outcomes

Career pathways and progression

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Professional counselling roles aligned with the standards and requirements of Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (LKM).

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Institution Division

Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

Award

Master's Degree

Study Mode

Blended learning (face-to-face tutorials, online / e-tutorial support, and self-managed learning)

Duration

7 Semesters / 2 Years 4 Months

Campus / Location

Not clearly stated on the official programme page. OUM lists Menara OUM, Kelana Jaya as its main campus and also operates learning centres nationwide.

Intake(s)

January / May / September

Tuition Fee

Tuition fee not clearly published on the official website.

Career Prospects

Professional counselling roles aligned with the standards and requirements of Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (LKM).

Entry Requirements

Any recognised bachelor's degree in any field with CGPA > 2.5. If CGPA is below 2.5, the page states it may still be accepted with a minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience. Qualification must be recognised by the Malaysian government.

English Language Requirements

Not clearly stated on the official programme page.

Additional / Specific Requirements

APEL pathways are available for eligible Malaysian working adults, subject to OUM/MQA requirements.

Accreditation / Recognition

R3/0923/7/0001 (MQA/FA0155) 01/31

Official Programme Link

Recognition

Award, delivery, and recognition

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Accreditation / Recognition

R3/0923/7/0001 (MQA/FA0155) 01/31

Award

Master's Degree

Field area

Education and Psychology

Division

Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

Study mode

Online

Programme family

Master's Degree Programmes

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