Psychology and Sociology

If you want to learn all about human behaviour, both individual and group behaviour, then a major in Psychology might be something for you. You will learn all about factors that influence human behaviour and mental health. Moreover, you will learn about cognitive processes, how the brain functions, and mental disorders.

Interview with a Psychology student

Lyang is 28 years old and studied Psychology at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. She chose this major because she wanted to help people with the problems they are experiencing and believes that many of those problems are related to mental health issues. Another important reason: the major gave her the opportunity to get to know herself better.

Improving your communication skills and learning to understand other people’s feelings was what she liked most about the major. The assignments mostly consisted of doing research, group discussions, and presentations. Lyangs favourite subject  is counselling. It is an important subject as it can really help people who are, for example, experiencing depression. Other courses she followed were medicine, leadership, and management. Important subjects for psychologists, as they are all focused on working with people. Lyang graduated successfully and plans to become a consultant.

The following universities offer this major:

• International University, Phnom Penh
• Panha Chiet University, Phnom Penh
• Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
• Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
• University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh

_{Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.}