Master of Arts in Psychology
Commonly referred to as M.A Psychology.
- Degree
- M.A Psychology
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Mode
- Full Time
About this programme
An advanced, comprehensive study of clinical, counseling, cognitive, and industrial-organizational psychology. The curriculum balances intense theoretical frameworks covering neurobiology and personality models with practical psychometric testing, mental healthcare diagnostic modalities, supervised industrial clinical internships, and research dissertations.
Eligibility
Minimum academic requirement for this programme. Individual institutions may publish additional criteria.
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related discipline
Programme structure
Indicative coursework across the duration of the programme.
Year 1
- Advanced Cognitive Psychology Dynamics
- Biological Bases of Human Behavior
- Research Methodology Tools & Statistics in Behavioral Sciences
- Theories of Personality Development
- Psychopathology and Psychiatric Diagnostic Criteria
- Psychometric Testing and Evaluation Labs
Final Year
- Clinical Psychodiagnostics and Interventions
- Counseling Concepts and Psychotherapy Protocols
- Organizational Behavior Metrics
- Field Case-Study Seminar Project
- Rehabilitation Psychology / Neuropsychology
- Supervised Hospital/Industrial Internship Posting
- Empirical Research Dissertation
Career outcomes
Typical roles for graduates of this programme, with indicative salary ranges.
| Role | Indicative package |
|---|---|
| Clinical Psychologist / Specialist | ₹5.5–14 LPA |
| Corporate Human Counselor | ₹5–12 LPA |
| Mental Health Rehabilitation Director | ₹6–15 LPA |
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