M.A. Applied Psychology or Master of Arts in Applied Psychology is a 2-year postgraduate course. Applied Psychology is a study of Psychology, which focuses on the principles, concepts, and theories to solve human problems, experience in every field.
This course has been designed to give students the opportunities to develop a depth of knowledge & critical understanding of the theory, research & intellectual history of applied psychology as well as develop an in-depth understanding of themselves as well as of the others.
Applied psychologists help people resolve their emotional distress, disorders and illness. There are various branches under applied psychology where principles, theories, concepts, strategies are applied in areas such as family, health, school, colleges, clinics and many more areas.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Candidates should have passed a bachelor's (UG) degree program from a recognized university.
2. The minimum marks required for applying to the MA Applied Psychology course is generally 50% to 55%.
3. TISS-NET: TISS National Entrance Test is a common screening test conducted by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) for admission to its various ug, pg programs across all its campuses. conducts aptitude tests, group discussions (GD), and personal interviews (PI) in the second round of the selection process.
CAREER & Jobs OPPORTUNITIES
Applied Psychology in organizational operations analysis and human mental health counseling along with services is one of the key areas in the healthcare domain owing to the major role they play in determining unusual mental health and reducing stress-based work in many corporates and private organizations.
Social Psychologist
Social Worker
Counselling Psychologist
Social Psychologist
Forensic Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
Career Counsellor
Health Psychologist
Developmental Psychologist
Rehabilitation Specialist
Major Recruiters (Govt. & Private sector)
Job Opportunities are available in plenty for a graduate in M.Sc Applied Psychology in both the public sector as well as the private sector.
Hospitals
Colleges & Universities
Schools Companies (with counseling facilities to their employees)
Private Clinics
Welfare Organisations,
Defence Forces,
Mental Health Organisations
Universities,
Research Centers
MA Applied Psychology Course details Highlights
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Course Level |
Masters of Arts (Applied Psychology) |
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Duration |
2 years |
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Eligibility |
Must complete graduation securing a minimum of 50% of marks from a recognized university. |
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Examination type |
Either by Entrance Exams or by Merit |
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Job Roles |
Development Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Educational Counsellor, Forensic Psychologist, Social Worker, Recruiter, Career Counsellor, Teacher etc |
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Course Fee |
Up to INR 50,000 –INR 1,80,000 (depends on institute) |
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Average Salary |
INR 3 Lacs to INR 7 Lacs par annum |
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Top Recruiting Companies |
Govt and Privet sector |
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Course mode |
Full time |
MA Applied Psychology Course Subjects & Syllabus
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Semester I |
Cognitive Psychology Personality Theory Statistics Fundamentals of Psychology Communication Skills I Behavioural Science I Foreign Language I Practicum I Seminar Field Work
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Semester II |
Applied Counselling Psychology Positive Psychology Psychological Testing Developmental & Educational Psychology Psychopathology Communication Skills II Behavioural Science II Foreign Language II Treatise/Project Practicum II Journal Club
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Semester III |
Research Methodology Applied Social & Adjustment Psychology Neuropsychology Gender Psychology Educational Psychology Communication Skills III Behavioural Science III Foreign Language III Internship (Evaluation) Practicum III |
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Semester IV |
Event Management Advertising Research Communication Skills IV Behavioural Science IV Foreign Language IV Dissertation Practicum IV Group A: Applied Positive Psychology Group B: Psychology of Work Behaviour Group C: Spirituality and Parapsychology Group D: Gerontology: The Science Of Ageing |
