Should I opt for part-time Ph.D in psychology or pursue part-time M.Phil in psychology?

Which is the best institute in Karnataka to pursue the same? I have completed MS in counselling and psychotherapy.

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R
9 years ago
Hi, The MPhil is a less advanced qualification than the PhD in which the student is expected to master a content area and can be completed in two years' full-time study. The MPhil dissertation is normally shorter than the PhD thesis. It is often used as a training course in advanced research work a

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Thank you for your answer.

K
7 years ago
It depends on for what purpose you are doing the Ph.D or M.Phil course, but for experience or learning, it is better to do M.Phil.

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Vinay kr Pandey
4 years ago
You'd need an M.Phil under an institution recognized by RCI to practice as a clinical psychologist. With a Ph.D. you can teach in colleges and universities, but can't practice. In my view, if you have a passion for both practicing and teaching, you can do an M.Phil and then a Ph.D. I hope it helps.

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