Should I opt for MA in psychology or pursue law after completing BA in psychology?

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    Adv. Ved Vinayak Law educator at Lex Logic You Tube channel. | Contributor-Level 9

    3 years ago
    Hello Vishal Although you may already have a job, posting specifics here can help students with a similar question. Though both an M.A. In law and psychology are appropriate for your graduation. In reality, it depends on your interests. If you want to pursue a career in psychology or education, you should pick an M.A. In psychology. If not, choosing an LL.B. The question of where to pursue your LL.B. Now arises. LPU is a Northern Institute that comes to mind. One of the best and most prestigious institutions in India is Lovely Professional University's School of Psychology and School of Law. You may check the most current NIRF rating t
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    Mallika Ahuja | Contributor-Level 10

    3 years ago
    You can opt for either. It depends on your interest area. You can combine Psychology and Law as well by going for Criminal Psychology.
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    Pallavi Sharma | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago
    Yes You can apply for admission in M.A. Psychology. You just need to fulfil the eligibility criteria. If you are looking for the best University for this course, I would say. There are various factors that will go into making an institute the best for you. Academics is clearly a priority, but there are also other aspects such as facilities for research, affordability, placement opportunities and so on. All these have to be balanced to find the best place. Top M.A. In Psychology Universities in India 2022
    IGNOU Delhi - Indira Gandhi National Open University. JMI New Delhi - Jamia Millia Islamia. Geeta University, Panipat
    MSU Baroda - Maha
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    Shreya Roy

    a year ago

    LPU’s Forensic Psychology is the best option for your career transfer because of its broad industrial connections in a variety of areas, which guarantee a successful and seamless move into law.

    • LPU's programme aims to enhance understanding of human behavior complexities, covering Psychopathology, abnormal behavior, health psychology, Positive psychology, and Organizational Behavior.
    • Industrial tie-ups with top industry leaders ensure students are abreast of changing technological advances.
    • Specialized courses integrated into the curriculum offer a wildcard entry into the industry.
    • Extensive industrial partnerships across various sect
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    divya | Contributor-Level 8

    2 years ago
    You can opt any or both of them. If you have interest in law as well as psychology you can become a Forensic/Criminal psychologist. You can do M.A. Psychology (criminology/forensic) regular programme and simultaneously LL.B. Distance learning from different University. Although law degree is completely optional to become a criminal psychologist, but having knowledge of law will help you in the profession. After completing M.A. Complete M.Phil or Ph.D. and get yourself registered with RCI. Or
    You can simply be a clinical psychologist, pathway to it remains same, you just choose Clinical psychology as a major in your BA/MA programs (No kn
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    Vinay kr Pandey Simple but significant | Scholar-Level 16

    3 years ago
    Yes, you can definitely pursue LL.B. After B.A. In psychology. It is a 3 year full time undergraduate programme focusing on the law and order of a country. Eligibility : a degree of graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or college. Hope it helps.
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    Vibha Gupta | Scholar-Level 17

    5 years ago
    Well that depends on your interest that you would like to continue in the psychology field or you would like to change the field. LPU is a well renowned university, providing quality education, innovative pedagogy and unbeatable placements both national and international. LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. It is one of the few that has embraced international practices when it comes to
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    Group Captain Vinayak Deodhar La vie est faite pour vivre pas pour stresser | Scholar-Level 18

    8 years ago
    Hello Vishal,
    It's nice to know that you have finished graduation and intend to continue studies. I feel you should go for MA. There are many specializations available which will give you many opportunities in life.
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    AYUSHI MITTAL I am Geologist. I Love my profession. | Contributor-Level 8

    6 years ago
    Of course, to pursue law you must be graduate. But, qualifying criteria percentage required in graduation for pursuing law degree vary from university to university. Get knowledge on qualifying marks for different universities so that you can work towards becoming eligible for admission to law degree.
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    Ahana Sharma | Scholar-Level 16

    5 years ago
    Dear Vishal, After completing B.A. Psychology, its totally depends upon area of interest that in which field you are interested. Master of Arts in Psychology, also known as M.A. Psychology, is an in-demand Postgraduate level Master degree course in the field of Psychology. The duration of the course is 2-years. During 2 years of this course, the students are given detailed ideas of the various divisions of psychology like Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial Psychology, Social Psychology, Psychometry, Neuropsychology, study of Emotions and Paradigms, etc. Both the courses are offered is being offered by Lovely Professiona
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