Which is a better course to pursue among BA in Psychology and B.Sc in Psychology?

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    Dharamveer Dheer Educator at University | Scholar-Level 18

    5 years ago
    Dear Reshma, The psychology grads can be hired as Clinical psychologist, Counseling psychologist, Educational psychologist, Forensic psychologist, Further education teacher, Health psychologist, High intensity therapist, Occupational psychologist, Psychological well being practitioner, Sport and exercise psychologist, Advice worker, Border Force officer, Careers adviser, Chaplain, Counselor, Detective, Education consultant, Human resources officer, Life coach, Market researcher, Mediator, Neuroscientist, Play therapist, Policy officer, Psychotherapist, Special educational needs coordinator etc. Life coach, Career counselors, detectives
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    Abhilash Jyoti Boruah Technical Consultant in Shaildhar Telecom Services | Contributor-Level 6

    7 years ago
    Hi Reshma,
    Go for B.Sc. In Psychology because after completion of the course you will have more options to switch in your career. For Example, you can apply for any competitive exams like-Bank clerk/PO and as well as Civil services and many more.
    Thank you.
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    Arshiya Singh | Scholar-Level 16

    3 years ago
    Top Universities to pursue Psychology
    University of Delhi, New Delhi
    University of Calcutta, Kolkata
    Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
    Annamalai University, Chandigarh
    Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
    Job opportunities are endless for a Psychologist. They can easily find jobs in the private and government sectors. Psychologists have mostly taken up jobs in various universities, colleges & schools, hospitals, clinics, government agencies, etc. Countries like Europe, the USA, New Zealand & Australia are popular places for job opportunities.
    YES, it is possible to pursue a Master's in psychology. Lovely Professional University will meet your dr
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    Ankit Kumar University of Delhi | Guide-Level 15

    5 years ago
    Hi Reshma,
    Go for B.Sc. In Psychology because after completion of the course you will have more options to switch in your career. For Example, you can apply for any competitive exams like-Bank clerk/PO and as well as Civil services and many more.
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    Taniksha Agarwal | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago
    Top Universities to pursue Psychology
    University of Delhi, New Delhi
    University of Calcutta, Kolkata
    Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
    Annamalai University, Chandigarh
    Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
    Job opportunities are endless for a Psychologist. They can easily find jobs in the private and government sectors. Psychologists have mostly taken up jobs in various universities, colleges & schools, hospitals, clinics, government agencies, etc. Countries like Europe, the USA, New Zealand & Australia are popular places for job opportunities. YES, it is possible to pursue a Master's in psychology. Lovely Professional University will meet your d
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    Vibha Gupta | Scholar-Level 17

    5 years ago
    Definitely, you can pursue your desired programme based on qualifying the eligibility norm. Here I am sharing the eligibility criteria of the programme I. e. Pass with 50% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (any discipline) or equivalent. 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 kno
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