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M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology

Course Duration

4 Semesters
(2 years)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria: BA/ B.Sc. degree with at least 50% marks, with Psychology as a compulsory subject in Undergraduation.

Career Opportunities

After the completion of M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology program, students will have diverse opportunity to serve as Psychotherapist, Rehabilitation Psychologist, Psychometricians, Scientist at Esteemed Organisations like DRDO, DIPR, ICMR, and ICSSR, Consultant Psychologist/Welfare Officer at NGO’s, Public, and Private Sectors, Assessment Centres , Community Mental Health Centres , Psychologist at Frontline Educational Institutions and Special Schools, Consultant for Persons With Special Needs, and Corporate Counsellors.

Overview

M.Sc. Clinical Psychology is a domain specialization program, which gives transformation experience for students regarding the subject knowledge, field experience and research exposure. A minimum of a semester of supervised clinical experience during the program prepared them to be skilled in their professional development. The Program focuses on research training, enabling students to present their research papers in conferences and publish their work.

Course Curriculum

01Foundations of Clinical Psychology

02Positive Psychology

03Quantitative Research Methods

04Behavioural Statistics

05Psychopathology

06Psychopathology Practical

07Statistics Practical

08Community Mental Health

01Cognitive Neuropsychology

02Developmental Psychology

03Psychiatry I

04Qualitative Research Methods

05Test Construction Practical

06Neuropsychological Assessment Practical

07Research Publication and Ethics

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01Psychiatry II

02Psychological Intervention

03Health Psychology

04Intelligence Assessment Practical

05Personality Assessment Practical

06Psychological Intervention Probono

07Entrepreneurship Skills

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01Dissertation

02Internship

03Paper Publication

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1
Professional Competence and Employability : Demonstrate strong disciplinary knowledge, applied skills, and professional competencies in psychology and behavioural sciences, enabling effective employment and career advancement across diverse sectors and multidisciplinary environments.
PEO 2
Critical Thinking, Ethics, and Problem Solving : Apply critical, analytical, and evidence-based approaches, grounded in ethical and professional standards, to identify, analyze, and address complex psychological, behavioural, organizational, and societal issues.
PEO 3
Research Orientation and Lifelong Learning : Engage in continuous learning, research, and scholarly activities, facilitating pursuit of higher education, doctoral studies, academic careers, and roles in research and scientific organizations.
PEO 4
Social Responsibility and Sustainable Impact : Contribute responsibly to society by promoting wellbeing, equity, inclusion, and sustainability through culturally responsive behavioural interventions, leadership, and collaborative practices.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

PO 1Disciplinary Knowledge:
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theoretical frameworks, scientific methodologies, and evidence-based approaches.
PO 2 Critical Thinking:
Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving abilities to enable them to reach enduring health outcomes.
PO 3Research Skills:
Analyse literature, conduct empirical research studies, and apply research outcomes effectively for sustainable development.
PO 4Professional Skills:
Apply knowledge effectively in professional context integrating technology while demonstrating strong communication skills, adaptability to changing environment, sustain global employability and a commitment to life long and continued learning.
PO 5Cultural Competence:
Acknowledge the value of cultural diversity and display cultural competence in their professional pursuits.
PO 6Ethical Practice:
Follow professional standards and ethical norms in professional practice, displaying integrity and values.

Programme Specific Outcomes

  • PSO 1 – Integrate core theoretical concepts of clinical psychology to understand, explain, and conceptualize human behavior across diverse clinical contexts.
  • PSO 2 – Develop practical competence in psychological assessment, case formulation, and intervention through supervised training in diverse clinical and community settings.
  • PSO 3 – Exhibit understanding and application of quantitative and qualitative research methods in psychology through ethical research design, analysis, and scientific reporting.
  • PSO 4 – Uphold professional ethical principles, values, and cultural sensitivity in clinical psychological practice across diverse settings.
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