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Is Psychology mandatory in 10+2 level to pursue B.Sc Psychology?

I want to pursue B.Sc. Psychology. I am currently giving my 12th Board exams and the subjects I have opted for are Phy, Chem, Maths, English and Computer Science.

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Konatham Abhishek If you do not go to the end, why to start? | Scholar-Level 17

5 years ago

Psychology Eligibility. The basic eligibility criteria for pursuing B.Sc. (Psychology) degree is qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream. Some reputed colleges and institutes demand a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 as qualifying criteria to secure admission in this degree course.

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konatham Abhishek HeLpINg HaNd FiRsT | Scholar-Level 16

5 years ago

Hello Nikita The basic eligibility criteria for pursuing B.Sc. (Psychology) degree is qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream. Some reputed colleges and institutes demand a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 as qualifying criteria to secure admission in this degree course. Thank you.

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Srishti Kumari | Contributor-Level 6

2 years ago

It depends on the specific university or college you are interested in pursuing B.Sc. Psychology from. In general, most universities or colleges do not require Psychology as a mandatory subject in the 10+2 level to pursue a B.Sc. In Psychology. The basic educational requirement to pursue a B.Sc. In Psychology is a 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board with any stream (Science, Arts, or Commerce) as compulsory subjects. Some universities may also require a minimum percentage of marks in the qualifying examination or conduct an entrance examination to shortlist candidates for admission. However, having prior knowledge or

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Hemanth Gunturi

2 years ago

Yes, B.Sc. Psychology Admissions 2022 are mostly merit-based, done on the scores obtained by the candidates in their 10+2 from a recognised board. However, some of the top B.Sc. Psychology colleges in India consider scores of various entrance exams like BHU UET GMAT SAAT etc. Conducted at the State or University level to admit students.

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Bishal Baishya An Aspiring Writer & Podcast Host | Guide-Level 12

6 years ago

It is compulsory to have a good score in 12th but not compulsory to have psychology. Biology always helps if you wish to go for clinical aspects else, there is no restriction.

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iam ssuhana | Guide-Level 14

7 years ago

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No, Its not compulsory. The eligibility to study the B.Sc. In Psychology is a pass in 10+2 or equivalent examination. For B.Sc. In Psychology, most of the colleges prefer students with Science stream. The duration of the course is 3 years. The course is available in many colleges. Eligibility criteria varies university to university. So, it would be better to contact the officials of a college or university in which you are seeking admission or visit official website. Good communication skills, patience, ability to work with all kinds of social/ cultural and age groups are the essential qualities of a psychologist. They should have a genuine interest in people, their behaviour and have empathy for their problems. They have to be sensitive and caring and also have the ability to understand people of very different backgrounds and upbringing. Study of psychology includes a diverse range of activities such as the processes of thinking, learning and perceiving, remembering, forgetting, physiology of the nervous system, development of children, social relationships and their effect on personality development, mental disorders, applications of psychology to the study of society, industry, education etc. , techniques of experimenting and testing, and statistics. There is a wide variety of topics in the professional study of psychology and some overlapping occurs between the different specialised branches. Good at Science, math, critical reading and writing. The best colleges are:
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences
Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology & Forensic Science
Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, IFS Mumbai, Aurangabad, Nagpur
Lovely Professional University Jalandhar, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University Agra, NIMHANS
Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai
University of Pune, JwaharLal Nehru University, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra
Delhi University, Delhi
Jamia Millia Islamia
Banaras Hindu University
Anna University.

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No, Its not compulsory. The eligibility to study the B.Sc. In Psychology is a pass in 10+2 or equivalent examination. For B.Sc. In Psychology, most of the colleges prefer students with Science stream. The duration of the course is 3 years. The course is available in many colleges. Eligibility criteria varies university to university. So, it would be better to contact the officials of a college or university in which you are seeking admission or visit official website. Good communication skills, patience, ability to work with all kinds of social/ cultural and age groups are the essential qualities of a psychologist. They should have a genuine interest in people, their behaviour and have empathy for their problems. They have to be sensitive and caring and also have the ability to understand people of very different backgrounds and upbringing. Study of psychology includes a diverse range of activities such as the processes of thinking, learning and perceiving, remembering, forgetting, physiology of the nervous system, development of children, social relationships and their effect on personality development, mental disorders, applications of psychology to the study of society, industry, education etc. , techniques of experimenting and testing, and statistics. There is a wide variety of topics in the professional study of psychology and some overlapping occurs between the different specialised branches. Good at Science, math, critical reading and writing. The best colleges are: The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology & Forensic Science Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, IFS Mumbai, Aurangabad, Nagpur Lovely Professional University Jalandhar, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University Agra, NIMHANS Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai University of Pune, JwaharLal Nehru University, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra Delhi University, Delhi Jamia Millia Islamia Banaras Hindu University Anna University.

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Manali Barad | Contributor-Level 9

6 years ago

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rahul r | Scholar-Level 18

7 years ago

No, psychology is not mandatory in 10+2 to pursue B.Sc. Psychology. Basic eligibility to pursue B.Sc. Psychology is mentioned below:
Eligibility for B.Sc. In Psychology
Most institutes offering the course admit students based on their performance in the HSC (10+2) exam. The candidate needs to have:
1) Completed the 10+2 level of education from a recognised educational Board.
2) Secured a minimum aggregate score of 50% at the 10+2 level.
3) Have reasonably good problem-solving and mathematical skills. Regards.

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