Master of Arts in Psychology

Program Description

Masters of Arts in Psychology is an advanced and specialized programme aimed at instilling knowledge and apprising the learners of practical applicability of the subject so that they can apply the same in diverse fields, exhibiting exceptional skills in the field of Health Psychology, Organizational Behaviour, Developmental Psychology and Counselling Psychology. It takes a holistic approach to ensure the learners have a deep understanding of the core fundamentals, have scientific approach, are able to counsel, resolve issues, be receptive, skilled and capable as a professional in the respective files of Psychology.

Programme Outcomes

Students of MA Psychology / MA Counseling Psychology degree programme at the time of graduation will have:

PO1. Understand the evolution of Psychology as a scientific discipline

PO2. Apply the fundamentals of Psychology to different fields

PO3. Develop the understanding of the application of Psychology throughout the lifespan

PO4. Identify clinical and therapeutic applications of Psychology

PO5. Developing and understanding of Socio-Cultural context & being mindful of Indigenous traditions

PO6. Demonstrate knowledge of diverse psychological tools of assessment

PO7. Adopt values that contribute to community building at local & global levels

PO8. Develop Analytical skills and Research orientation in Psychology

PO9. Demonstrating skills of communication, negotiation, team work & effective presentation

PO10. Apply and adopt best Professional & Ethical practices

PO11. Gain insight into inter-disciplinary exposure & environmental studies

PO12. Create an attitude of life-long learning

Programme Specific Outcomes

PSO1. Knowledge & Application: The program will enable the students to develop in-depth knowledge & application of psychology as a science.

PSO2. Analytical Skills: It will equip students with analytical skills, knowledge about psychometric tools, and assessment and intervention strategies for use in the professional setting.

PSO3. Communication & Ethics: Students would be able to enhance their skills of communication, teamwork, and ethical functioning in personal and professional domains.

PSO4. Professional Skills: The program will expose students to diverse areas of psychological application including counseling, human resource management, psychotherapy, organization-specific skills training, and other branches of clinical and non-clinical relevance.

PSO5. Research & Solution Orientation: Students will be able to establish a strong orientation towards research, design, and development of solutions. The program would orient students to contribute to the development of the discipline as well as set them on the path of life-long learning.