I have done CSE, but I am interested in doing Masters in psychology, can I apply for it?
Asked about Garware Institute of Career Education and Development, University of Mumbai - Discontinued (Sep 2024)- M.A. in Emotional Intelligence and Human Relations
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Eligibility of the Master of Arts [MA] (Psychology):
The minimum eligibility for this course is a Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate score. However, there are some institutes that may require the candidates to have an Honors undergraduate degree in Psychology or Psychology as a subject in Graduation for becoming eligible for this course.
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While the course does not train students to diagnose or counsel professionally at an undergraduate level, it builds awareness and sensitivity.
Students learn how mental health issues are understood academically, the difference between common misconceptions and clinical realities, the importance of ethics, consent, and professional boundaries, and why self-diagnosis and casual labelling are discouraged.
This knowledge helps students become more informed and responsible, both personally and professionally.
Psychology can be challenging for students who are not used to analytical thinking. Faculty usually recognise this early and offer support.
Support often includes:
Additional explanations during or after class.
Feedback on where students are going wrong.
Guidance on how to structure answers better.
Encouragement rather than discouragement.
Students who seek help early generally see improvement over time.
The course balances both theoretical and practical learning.
Practicality is achieved through:
Case discussions to understand real psychological situations.
Assignments that involve observation and analysis.
Exposure to applied areas like counselling, organisational behaviour, or mental health.
Discussions around ethics and professional boundaries.
- Internships and industrial exposure
e.t.c
JSPC infrastructure is equipped with excellent facilities for the students and staff. The hall of residence for students has several blocks of buildings, which are designed by a French architect. Students get access to facilities like: health centre - the university has a 24x7 health centre in the campus premises with a medical officer present, as well as a world class food court with outlets of Dominos, Baskin Robins, Nirula's, Bikanervala, Mahabelly etc.. There is a also a fully functional branch of ICICI bank with ATMs (ICICI bank and others) on several locations inside the campu
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