MA Psychology

Course Objective

The course in MA Psychology intends to provide the students the basic training required to become practicing psychologists in their selected specialized area. The course covers the study of mind processes, motives, reactions, feelings, conflict resolution, crisis management, groupthink, motivations, and nature of the mind. It enables the students in conducting research work in different areas of Psychology and prepares them to undertake higher responsibilities in their professional field. The emphasis of the program lies in promoting critical and applied thinking in students in diverse areas such as counseling psychology, clinical psychology, social psychology, and industrial/organizational psychology. It is expected that the students will be able to design, conduct and analyze data through exposure to various research techniques and demonstrate competence in interpreting and critiquing scholarly work in their specialized area. The designed course structure enhances the ability to practically apply various psychological concepts and skills in innovative way. It also enables students to differentiate between the various forms of psychological assessments, testing and their appropriate application. In addition to this, students will imbibe the ethical code for psychologists and exhibit beneficence towards their clients in all respects.

Specialization Offered

• Counseling Psychology
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Positive Psychology