What is the scope of M.Sc in psychology in India?

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AYUSHI MITTAL · Answer

Let me first say this as a practicing 'Clinical Psychologist' that there is great scope for a career in Clinical Psychology in India today. To begin with you may want to do an undergraduate course (either a BA or BA Hons) in Psychology from any of the reputed state colleges in India (better to steer clear of the likes of Amity/LPU). The admissions might be on the basis of merit or on the basis of an entrance exam, depending on which university you are applying to. The 3 year undergraduate course will (generally) have papers on General Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, some Statistics and (probably) Physiology (Therefore it would be helpful if you have studied Biology in class 11th/class 12th grade in school). After an undergraduate degree, you may have to again write an entrance examination to gain entry into a post graduate course (either MA or M.Sc). Most colleges may offer you the option of either specializing in Organizational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Applied Psychology. Most colleges offer additional papers such as Research Methodology, Cognitive Psychology, Neuropsychology, Counselling, Psychological Assessments, Personality Theories, Jungian Psychology, Psychoanalysis, Forensic Psychology, Advertising, Labour Law, and Consumer Behavior and so on. The 2 year postgraduate degree may also require you to have a month long internship in a place aligning with your interest. You MIGHT also have to do a small dissertation as part of your MA /M.Sc. The following will be exclusively for those who are interested in Clinical Psychology as a profession. Upon completion of your post-graduation, you might either want to do an M.Phil or a Ph.D. If you want to do an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, do so from an institution whose M.Phil programme is recognized by the RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India, established by the RCI Act 1992). You can find a list of such institutes from the RCI website. In India, RCI approved M.Phil courses specializing in Clinical Psychology are offered by premier institutes like NIMHANS Bangalore, CIP Ranchi, and IHBAS New Delhi, to name only a few. Admission to these places (the 3 I mentioned by name) are only through an all India entrance examination.

iam ssuhana · Answer

Hi Ziya, A psychologist is a very good choice for a professional highly lucrative career. One can easily find jobs in the private and government sectors. Psychologist mostly is taken up for jobs in various universities, colleges & schools, hospitals, clinics, government agencies, etc. Countries like Europe, USA, New Zealand & Australia are the popular places for job opportunities. The employment in psychology is expected to rise in a few years. Most of the job opportunities will open in the clinic and in the school psychologist. Due to more demand in health care centers, hospitals, mental health centers, social health services, and schools will lead to the growth of employment in psychology sector. With the increase in the aging population, mental problems, physical problems the need of psychologist is increasing. There are a number of sectors offer for the psychology degree holders. You can work in various psychology departments in different hospitals. Recruitment Areas: Rehabilitation Centers Psychological Research Centres Advertising Industry Teaching Welfare Organizations Psychological assessment and testing Research Establishments Development of prevention programs Forensics Universities/schools Child/ Youth Guidance Center Top Universities are: Indian Institute of Psychology and Research, Bangalore Annamalai University, Faculty of Science, Chennai, Tamil Nadu Banaras Hindu University, Faculty of Science, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Lovely Professional University, Faculty of Science, Phagwara, Punjab Indira Gandhi National Open University, Faculty of Science, Delhi Jamia Millia Islamia University, Faculty of Science, New Delhi Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Faculty of Science, New Delhi Annamalai University, Faculty of Science, Kurukshetra, Haryana Manipur University, Faculty of Science, Imphal, Manipur North Eastern Hill University, Faculty of Science, Shillong, Meghalaya University of Calcutta, Faculty of Science, Calcutta, West Bengal University of Hyderabad, Faculty of Science, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh University of Mumbai, Faculty of Science, Mumbai, Maharashtra.

anshuman yadav · Answer

Psychology is a highly rewarding and lucrative field of study. A psychologist salary depends on many factors like his/her qualification, area of specialization, and experience in the profession. Professional psychologists with M.Phil and Ph.D degree earn quite handsomely. Those engaged in private practice have more scope for earnings.

Adv. Ved Vinayak · Answer

As a professional "Clinical Psychologist, " let me first remark that there is a lot of opportunity for a career in Clinical Psychology in India right now. To start, you could choose to enrol in an undergraduate psychology study (either a B.A. Or B.A. Hons) at one of the reputable state institutions in India; it's best to avoid places like Amity/LPU. Depending on the university you are applying to, admissions may be based on merit or on the results of an entrance exam.

konatham Abhishek · Answer

Hello Ziya, 'Clinical Psychologist' that there is great scope for a career in Clinical Psychology in India today. To begin with you may want to do an undergraduate course (either a BA or BA Hons) in Psychology from any of the reputed state colleges in India (better to steer clear of the likes of Amity/LPU). The admissions might be on the basis of merit or on the basis of an entrance exam, depending on which university you are applying to. The 3-year undergraduate course will (generally) have papers on General Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, some Statistics and (probably) Physiology (Therefore it would be helpful if you have studied Biology in class 11th/class 12th grade in school). After an undergraduate degree, you may have to again write an entrance examination to gain entry into a post graduate course (either MA or M.Sc). Most colleges may offer you the option of either specializing in Organizational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Applied Psychology.

Konatham Abhishek · Answer

If you qualify any of the below-mentioned entrance test (such as CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ NEST and you should also have a minimum of 45% to 55% in your Bachelors (any stream) for admission in the MBA Hospitality and Tourism. There are two modes of admission. First is through an entrance exam and the other is direct admission. Many colleges offer this course in India. There are a few good colleges which offer this specialisation. Those colleges are:IIMS Christ University - Bangalore Lovely Professional University - Punjab Kerala Institute of Tourism & Travel Studies Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Bhubaneswar Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Gwalior Indian Institute of Hospitality and Management - Thane National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management - Hyderabad Kerala Institute of Tourism & Travel Studies Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Bhubaneswar Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Noida Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Goa Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management - Nellore.

Raj shakya · Answer

Hi, Let me first say this as a practicing 'Clinical Psychologist' that there is great scope for a career in Clinical Psychology in India today. To begin with you may want to do an undergraduate course (either a BA or BA Hons) in Psychology from any of the reputed state colleges in India (better to steer clear of the likes of Amity/LPU). The admissions might be on the basis of merit or on the basis of an entrance exam, depending on which university you are applying to. The 3 year undergraduate course will (generally) have papers on General Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, some Statistics and (probably) Physiology (Therefore it would be helpful if you have studied Biology in class 11th/class 12th grade in school). After an undergraduate degree, you may have to again write an entrance examination to gain entry into a post graduate course (either MA or M.Sc). Most colleges may offer you the option of either specializing in Organizational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Applied Psychology. Most colleges offer additional papers such as Research Methodology, Cognitive Psychology, Neuropsychology, Counselling, Psychological Assessments, Personality Theories, Jungian Psychology, Psychoanalysis, Forensic Psychology, Advertising, Labour Law, and Consumer Behavior and so on. The 2 year postgraduate degree may also require you to have a month long internship in a place aligning with your interest. You MIGHT also have to do a small dissertation as part of your MA /M.Sc. The following will be exclusively for those who are interested in Clinical Psychology as a profession. Upon completion of your post-graduation, you might either want to do an M.Phil or a Ph.D. If you want to do an M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, do so from an institution whose M.Phil programme is recognised by the RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India, established by the RCI Act 1992). You can find a list of such institutes from the RCI website. In India, RCI approved M.Phil courses specializing in Clinical Psychology are offered by premier institutes like NIMHANS Bangalore, CIP Ranchi, and IHBAS New Delhi, to name only a few. Admission to these places (the 3 I mentioned by name) are only through an all India entrance examination.

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