Psychology at HSU is an applied programme that prepares students for careers in consulting, therapy, and human development. Beyond specialized knowledge, the program also develops essential soft skills, including communication, empathy, and critical analysis. HSU will guide students on their journey of learning and self-discovery, helping them to better understand themselves and others, and empowering them to create a positive impact on their community.
Major code
7310401
Admission combination
A01, D01, D08, C00, C01, X01
Training duration
4 years
Degree
Bachelor of Psychology
Background knowledge
Students are equipped with basic knowledge of psychology, neurology, and research methods in psychology. The program encourages analytical and critical thinking to understand and explain human behavior in a multicultural context.
Practical skills
Students are empowered to apply theories and analyze real-world phenomena by learning to ask questions, build hypotheses, and create research models. The program also equips them with the skills to effectively plan and implement psychological research in a practical setting.
Manners
Students graduate with strong professional ethics, responsibility, and community empathy. The program develops a young generation with a professional work style and a continuous drive to excel and contribute to society.
Language Proficiency – Computer Literacy
Students gain proficiency in a foreign language and office software, along with the ability to effectively apply technology to their work.
Practice-Oriented Training Programs
Our applied program combines theory and practical experience to help students bridge the gap between their training and their career. They can choose from several advanced, career-oriented subjects, including Counseling and Therapy, Career Counseling, and Business Psychology.
Digital Skills & Foreign Languages
While studying Psychology, students enhance their specialized English communication skills and use technology in research, counseling, and psychological consultation, gaining a competitive advantage in a multicultural, globally integrated environment.
Experienced Lecturers
Students are instructed by a team of seasoned lecturers in counseling, therapy, and with international study and work experience. Students also have valuable opportunities to connect with domestic and foreign psychological experts through workshops, talk shows, and seminars.
Prestigious company internships
Students are provided with internship opportunities at psychological counseling centers, hospitals, schools, or businesses. Furthermore, students have various opportunities to apply knowledge into practice and practice professional skills in the classroom.
Professional knowledge
Our program helps students master the knowledge of psychology and human behavior in everyday relationships. They will practice critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation through observation and practical research. This training empowers them to build mental health solutions that contribute to improving the quality of human life.
Professional skills
Students gain proficiency in empathy, consulting, and therapeutic communication to build trust with clients. In addition, they learn to design and implement psychological research, working with experts from various fields to create effective mental health solutions.
Sustainable Development
Our program instills a strong ethical foundation in our students, training them to be mindful of professional psychology ethics. They are taught to promote confidentiality, client respect, and human values while also fostering an open mind and the ability to work in a multicultural and international environment.
Psychology graduates possess a solid knowledge base, sharp critical thinking skills, and diverse practical skills, making them well-suited for a variety of professional roles:
Studying Psychology at Hoa Sen University has been a meaningful journey. Each semester offered opportunities to gain knowledge, understand myself, and learn valuable insights from professors. The open and creative learning environment helps students clearly envision their future specialization paths.
LE HOANG MI
Alumni, Class of 17 – Psychology
SEL Teacher & School Counseling Specialist at Einstein School HCMC
After graduation, I can proudly say, “I am a Psychology student from HSU.” Passionate professors, diverse friends, and an open, connected learning environment helped me go beyond boundaries and step out of my comfort zone. HSU gave me more than a degree it gave me a true journey of personal growth.
TRAN THI THU HUYEN
Student, Class of 22 – Psychology
President of Hoa Sen Psy-up Club
At HSU, I always received dedicated support and guidance from professors and friends. Psychology courses are taught with a practical approach, helping me gain deep understanding and apply knowledge effectively in work. International programs have also broadened my perspective and developed essential skills for the field. For me, studying Psychology at HSU has been a solid foundation for my future career.
NGUYEN THI HAI TRIEU
Student, Class of 23 – Psychology
Sen Vang Scholarship 2024
Partial Scholarship, Eötvös Loránd University (Hungary) 2024
My journey at Hoa Sen has been one of self-discovery, guided by passionate professors and supportive friends. Studying Psychology here taught me not just knowledge, but how to become a true psychology practitioner understanding myself and others. It also instilled a sense of responsibility first for myself, then for the community I aim to serve.
PHAM THO QUOC LONG
Student, Class of 22 – Psychology
Co-founder, Guiding Light – Volunteer
Management Team, DOP – Education Organization for Children in Remote Areas
At Hoa Sen University, I not only gained professional knowledge and skills but also built a strong ethical foundation for the path I pursue. One of my professors once said, “The greatest achievement in education is not wealth or praise, but the genuine and lasting changes in each individual.” I truly felt this at Hoa Sen University, where skilled, ethical, and dedicated faculty guide students with passion and care.
VO DIEP HOAI THANH
Student, Class of 23 – Psychology
Executive Committee Member, Hoa Sen Psy-up Club
