Which government college is the best for the psychology course?

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Konatham Abhishek · Answer

Hello, 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. Thank you.

Kajal Kumari · Answer

The answer to this question depends on various factors such as location, budget, faculty, facilities, and overall reputation. However, here are some of the best government colleges in India that offer psychology courses: University of Delhi - Delhi Jawaharlal Nehru University - Delhi University of Calcutta - Kolkata University of Hyderabad - Hyderabad University of Mumbai - Mumbai Banaras Hindu University - Varanasi Aligarh Muslim University - Aligarh University of Madras - Chennai University of Pune - Pune These are some of the top government colleges in India that offer high-quality psychology courses. However, it's essential to conduct thorough research on the curriculum, faculty, and other factors before choosing the best college for you.

Adv. Ved Vinayak · Answer

You probably already know that psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour. Let me provide you a few career prospects and other programme outcomes that I was able to retrieve from my LPU alumni website. There are numerous career opportunities for psychology graduates both in India and overseas. The subject is becoming increasingly well-liked in India these days due to its necessity for all social classes. The employment outlook is comparable to that of other fields.

Vinay kr Pandey · Answer

Dear aspirant, Best Psychology Colleges in India after 12th AIIMS Delhi. Jamia Millia Islamia. Lovely Professional University. Christ University. GGSIPU. Banaras Hindu University. Chandigarh University. University of Hyderabad. Hope it helps.

preeti gogna · Answer

Hi Maddy there are lot of colleges and universities which offer courses in psychology. I will share with you the details of Psychology course of a top private university of India, Lovely Professional University. Psychology is a very interesting field. With the stress in our day to day life increasing due to complexities of modern life, people have understood the value of mental health and are turning towards it. There are tremendous opportunities for psychologists in today's world. You can get work in the following institutions: Hospitals. Schools. Colleges. Companies (provide counseling facilities to their employees) Rehabilitation Centres. Correction Homes. Mental Hospitals. As a Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Counselor, Educational Psychologist, Psychology Professor, or a Research Psychologist. Needless to say, the scopes of psychology, as a career, are huge. A psychologist has a future in diverse fields, including Clinical Psychology, Industrial Psychology and Organizational Behavior, School Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Sports Psychology, Rehabilitation, Cognitive Neuroscience and many more. LPU offers M.A. In Psychology and M.A. Clinical Psychology. These two year courses seek to provide understanding and the answers to the complexity of human behavior with broad focus on Psychological Testing, Psychopathology, Health Psychology, Positive Psychology and Organizational Behavior etc. The eligibility for the programme is Pass with 50% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (any discipline) or equivalent. 5% relaxation to North East states and Sikkim candidates, Defence Personnel and their Dependents, Wards of Kashmir Migrants is given by the university. The course seeks to create in students a better understanding of interpersonal issues and interpersonal behavior. The student should Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the major theoretical perspectives and principles across various fields of psychology. The course aims at making the student apply critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and a scientific approach to mitigate problems related to different psychological issues. And demonstrate counselling skills aimed at behavior modification. He should be able to effectively write and present case histories of people with psychological issues and apply different assessment tools to assess various aspects of behavior including personality, intelligence and other mental abilities. Salary offered this year was 9.55 LPA.

Rajdeep Sharma · Answer

As you know, Psychology is the study of the human mind and of human behaviour. Let me quote some of the Career prospect & other programme outcomes which I managed to fetch from my alumni page of LPU. Career prospects in those trained in psychology are huge, both in India and abroad. In India, the discipline is getting very popular nowadays because of its requirement in every class of people. Job openings are as good as in other disciplines. Some typical jobs in this field of work are: Career counsellor, Psychiatric Technician, Rehabilitation Specialist, Case Manager, Advertising Agents, Child Care Worker, Laboratory Assistant, Market Researcher, Psychiatric Technician, Probation and Parole Officer, Social Service Specialists etc. These jobs all require ability to evaluate the needs of a client, to keep accurate and organized records, to express empathy and compassion, and to work towards the best interests of your client. I have less knowledge about the offerings of Government colleges for this course. But being an alumni of Lovely Professional University, let me just guide you based on the eligibility criteria defined by LPU only. You are eligible to take admission in LPU for this course if you do possess 50% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (any discipline). Lovely Professional University is offering M.A. (Psychology) course which is a 2 Years course (Semester System) & believe me its one of the best course to study from LPU. There is an excellent opportunity for the students of LPU of M.A. (Psychology) to visit the International Universities with whom LPU is having tie ups for attending short term courses (4 to 6 weeks) like Summer school or Winter school under Student Exchange programme. Programme Specific Outcomes Articulate and apply psychological theory to assess and interpret human behavior. Apply psychological tools to analyze and improve mental health in conformity with professional ethics. Some other Programme Outcomes are like, Behaviour understanding Advanced knowledge, Research, Critical thinking, Ethical considerations, Counselling skills, Case presentation, Psychological assessment. Placement Record of LPU for this course: Students are placed in the best brands like CRIMSON INTERACTIVE PVT. LTD. , IVY HOSPITALS, NERDY TURTLEZ, NAVCHETAN HOSPITAL, KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA, RCF, BHARTI AXA GENERAL INSURANCE, DCM GROUP OF SCHOOLS etc. Hope this helps !

Ahana Sharma · Answer

Well I don't have idea about Government colleges, If you really passionate about pursuing the Psychology course then Lovely Professional University will MET your dreams and ambitions as my relative is fully satisfied after completing his Master of Psychology. LPU offers B.A. (Psychology), M.A. (Psychology) and M.A. (Clinical Psychology) Few points told by my cousin who did her studies from LPU that will help you to make your decision: She told me she got some of the benefits provided by the Lovely professional university for pursuing Master of psychology are:Teaching and Research Aptitude, Research Methodology help enhance professional skills in the students. They use to visit Educational health institutes, clinics, hospitals, NGOs, rehabilitation centers, case studies provide practical exposure for understanding contemporary psychological issues. The did Dissertation work which help strengthen the research orientation in students. Students get the opportunities to interact with experts in order to gain understanding of the subject. In addition to core curricula, course offers subjects like communication and soft skills to enhance personality and employability. To Develop the understanding about theoretical developments in the areas of attention, perception, memory, language, problem solving provides the courses that focuses on the psychology of students at different levels of schools. She has discussed me that in the University one department with a name Department of Happiness is dedicated to such students to get themselves trained with the support of expertise of this field. In order to get practical exposure students are asked to interact with the general health queries of other students from mix backgrounds who need advise for their behavior towards certain situations within the campus. I hope such kind of exposure with well trained academic services that LPU provides can make better future of any psychology student, so without thinking much you can go for LPU to complete your Masters. LPU Provides the course that focuses on the how to construct the test and how to check the reliability and validity of the test. Fosters skills in using and applying Psychological Statistics. Also LPU provides the Application of various psycho therapeutic strategies to deal with behavioral problems and their intervention.

Sameeksha kapoor · Answer

Dear Magesh, If you really passionate about pursuing the Master of Psychology then Lovely Professional University will MET your dreams and ambitions as my relative is fully satisfied after completing his Master of Psychology. Few points told by my cousin who did her studies from LPU that will help you to make your decision: She told me she got some of the benefits provided by the Lovely professional university for pursuing Master of psychology are:Teaching and Research Aptitude, Research Methodology help enhance professional skills in the students. They use to visit Educational health institutes, clinics, hospitals, NGOs, rehabilitation centers, case studies provide practical exposure for understanding contemporary psychological issues. They did Dissertation work which help strengthen the research orientation in students. Students get the opportunities to interact with experts in order to gain understanding of the subject. In addition to core curricula, course offers subjects like communication and soft skills to enhance personality and employability. To Develop the understanding about theoretical developments in the areas of attention, perception, memory, language, problem solving provides the courses that focuses on the psychology of students at different levels of schools. She has discussed me that in the University one department with a name Department of Happiness is dedicated to such students to get themselves trained with the support of expertise of this order to get practical exposure students are asked to interact with the general health queries of other students from mix backgrounds who need advise for their behavior towards certain situations within the campus. I hope such kind of exposure with well trained academic services that LPU provides can make better future of any psychology student, so without thinking much you can go for LPU to complete your Masters. LPU Provides the course that focuses on the how to construct the test and how to check the reliability and validity of the test. Fosters skills in using and applying Psychological Statistics. Also LPU provides the Application of various psycho therapeutic strategies to deal with behavioral problems and their intervention. Not only this there are so many benefits being provided by the Lovely Professional University, so its good to go for LPU for pursuing the Master of Psychology. For more information in detail, kindly visit university website.

konatham Abhishek · Answer

Hello Magesh, Top Universities / Colleges 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

Raj shakya · Answer

Hi, Top Universities / Colleges 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.

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