Which university amongst LPU and Chitkara is good for M.A. In psychology?
I'm a B.E graduate. But I'm switching to M.A. In psychology because of my longing interest in the subject. Which university would you suggest?
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LPU surpasses Chitkara in all aspects whether international exposure, placement opportunities, curriculum, faculty. LPU will always be best! LPU has earned many affiliations, recognitions and accreditation is amongst the few of the top private universities. So, as per my opinion, you should go for LPU to pursue your higher studies. -
If you want good infrastructure, global exposure, ample of opportunities, then LPU would be best. Placements in both are almost same. -
LPU is a better option than Chitkara. LPU is a well renowned private university in India with 30K+ students all across the world and with 4000 experienced faculty members and staff members. There are more than 200 programmes to choose and with a great infrastructure LPU provides all the facilities within the campus itself. LPU has earned many affiliations, recognitions and accreditation down the lane and mark itself amongst the few of the top private universities. So, I would suggest you to choose LPU to pursue your higher studies. -
In fact, one of the greatest strengths of a psychology degree is the enormous variety of career paths that are available to graduates. Students can tailor their education and degree to focus on specialty areas that appeal to their interests. Though both the universities are good in academic structure but being an alumni let me share the details for LPU. M.A. Psychology programme seeks 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. Industry certifications, MOOCs, Hackathons / C...more -
Dear Suresh,
LPU is the best university than any other university due to top class placements and world class infrastructure. LPU is always recognised for his quality education and skill development in his students. So, in my opinion you must go for LPU. I am sharing few links for your help. Please visit
1. https://www.lpu.in/programmes/ma-psychology
2. https://youtu.be/yCFqV7T0zrI
I hope my information will help you for your career. Good Luck. -
I would suggest Chitkara University. The academics of Chitkara University is good, and apart from them you get a lot of exposure here. You will enjoy your life at Chitkara University and the crowd of Chitkara University is also very good.
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Hello Rakshita,
Kindly visit the link so that you can choose which one is best according to you. For Chitkara-
https://www.shiksha.com/university/chitkara-university-Himachal-Pradesh-solan-24043
for LPU
https://www.shiksha.com/university/lpu-lovely-professional-university-Jalandhar-28499?city=64&locality=1057.
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For All Programmes:
LPUNEST category slab | LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category A cut-off | LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category B cut-off | LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category C cut-off | LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category D cut-off |
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