B.A Psychology is a very popular course these days among the students. Candidates from all the streams of Arts, Science, and Commerce can pursue this course after qualifying for their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board or institution with English as a compulsory subject. The duration of the course is just 3 years and there are several career options that you can opt for. The minimum required percentage is 50% to get admission.
If you want to take your knowledge to the next level then definitely aim for M.A Psychology. The subjects that are included in this course are – Biopsychology, psychology of individual differences, Social and counseling psychology. The involvement of students in this course has increased over the years. Wondering why? Because stress is taking a toll on people’s mental health. The basic salary package that the students get is 2-3 Lakhs P.A.
There are several career options for the psychology students such as –
- Community Counsellor
- Sports psychologist
- Researcher
- Counselling psychologist
- Recruiters
- Health psychologist
- Clinical psychologist
- Social worker
- Careers counsellor
Syllabus
First Year:
| Introduction to Psychology (Theory+Practical) | Statistical Methods for Psychological Research- I (Theory+Tutorial) |
| Biopsychology (Theory + Tutorial) | Psychology of Individual Differences (Theory+Practical) |
| Environmental Science | GE-1 |
| English Communication | GE-2 |
Second Year:
| Development of Psychological Thought (Theory+Tutorial) | Psychological Research (Theory+Practical) |
| Social Psychology (Theory+Tutorial) | Understanding Psychological Disorders (Theory+Practical) |
| Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II (Theory+Tutorial) | Applied Social Psychology (Theory+Practical) |
| AEEC-1 | GE-3 |
| AEEC-2 | GE-4 |
Third Year:
| Understanding and Dealing with Psychological DIsorders (Theory+Practical) | Developmental Psychology (Theory+Practical) |
| Organizational Behaviour (Theory+Practical) | Counselling Psychology (Theory+Practical) |
| DSE-1 | DSE-2 |
| DSE-3 | DSE-4 |
