Which area of study in Psychology offers better career growth prospects?
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Although every branch of Psychology offers some sort of good career but still, people are showing more orientation towards Clinical Psychology. That is really a very huge subject and it turns your career onto the path of growth. I would prefer Clinical Psychology because of its utility in this modern stressful era. Clinical psychology takes general psychology a step further. While psychologists study the fundamentals of mental behaviors and processes, clinical psychologists apply these principles in real-world situations. They translate basic concepts into practical approaches that are used to diagnose and treat mental illnesses or dis...more -
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Psychology is the study of human behavior and mental characteristics.
The major areas of Psychology are -
1) Clinical Psychology- Clinical psychology is concerned with assessment and treatment of mental illness and Abnormal behavior. Clinical psychologists can work as therapists for people having a psychological disorder.
2) Counseling Psychology- Counseling psychologists focus on people with adjust problems and not on people having psychological disorders. They can be employed in Colleges, Schools, NGOs and work with a concerned group of people.
3) Health Psychology and Sports psychology - Health Psychology is concerned with the p...more -
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Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar La vie est faite pour vivre pas pour stresser | Scholar-Level 18
8 years agoHello,
Psychology: One of the very interesting and fascinating subjects. It has mystery, analysis, history, twists and turns, surprises and of course great satisfaction. Clinical psychology is one great employer of young people, but of course one should like the line. Another branch of psychology is children psychology. It comprises adolescence and counselling also. Be it studies, interpersonal clashes or odd behavior. All these and some more is taken care by these psychology qualified counsellors. Yet another branch or specialist branch is marriage counselor. With changing lifestyles, breaking of traditional large families into nuclear...more -
Psychology is a good career if:
You are ready to learn or study further, after your graduation.
You are ready for opportunities abroad (USA, Europe (some countries), Australia have more demand for these career options. If you study Masters there, then it's an added advantage.
You are ready to take teaching jobs, not stick with doctor professions.
(Many foreign nations providing excellent salary package for teaching professionals in psychology.)
Other options:
Also, you can appear for UPSC exam, while choosing psychology as an optional, which is giving good score for civil service aspirants. -
Clinical Psychology is a preferable area as once you become a clinical psychologist, you are open to do formal assessments, guiding and counselling of students. You can be associated with many schools and corporates for psychometric test etc. Its highly paying.
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Some mental-health / wellness centers explicitly offer internship/trainee-positions to BA or BSc psychology students. For example, Peace of Mind (India) offers “graduate internship (BA/BSc Psychology or Clinical Psychology)” which includes patient-center workflow, admin support, content-creation, and “live-project” work.
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Top Colleges in Delhi NCR for BA (Hons) Psychology
1. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR), Delhi
One of the most reputed colleges in India for BA Psychology (Hons).
Approx 1st year fees: ~₹23,940 (only tuition; total costs vary).
Admissions are through CUET UG + DU CSAS process (usually from March–June 2026 for the 2026–29 batch).
Scholarships: Merit and need‑based scholarships like KPMG Scholarship, Ward Welfare, G.L. Bansal Scholarship, etc. (vary by year).
2. Jesus and Mary College (JMC), Delhi
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