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MSc. Clinical psychology is a two-year professional course that provides students with in-depth detail of the various elements of Clinical Psychology. It is uniquely designed course based on the recent trends and demands in the field of Mental Health. After MSc Clinical Psychology one is eligible to peruse M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, PsyD, Government exam like UPSC, GATE(Psychology) and NET for Lectureship regulated by UGC. Our department provides hands on clinical training in hospital-based setup throughout the duration of two years of MSc. Clinical Psychology program under supervision of licensed Clinical Psychologist. Department of Clinical Psychology works in liaison with various medical faculties like Department of Psychiatry, Paediatrics, Medicine, Gynaecology, Emergency Medicine (Critical) & other Rehabilitation units like Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy to provide exposure for vast applicability of psychological principles.
After completing an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology, you have various career prospects to consider. Here are some potential career paths you can pursue:
Health Psychologist: They can work in healthcare settings, focusing on the psychological aspects of physical health and illness, helping patients cope with medical conditions, promoting healthy behaviours, and conducting research on the relationship between psychology and health.
School Psychologist: As a school psychologist they can work in educational institutions, assessing and supporting students’ mental health and learning needs, collaborating with teachers and parents, and implementing interventions to enhance students’ well-being and academic success.
Sports Psychologist: If you have an interest in sports, you can specialize in sports psychology, working with athletes and sports teams to improve their mental skills, enhance performance, manage stress, and promote overall well-being in a sports-related context.
Counselling Psychologist: MSc Clinical Psychologist can become a counselling psychologist and work in a variety of settings, such as mental health clinics, private practice, or counselling centres, providing therapy and support to individuals, couples, families, or groups experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties.
Industrial/Occupational Psychologist: They can apply psychological principles to the workplace, focusing on areas such as employee selection and assessment, training and development, organizational behaviour, and work-life balance to improve individual and organizational performance.
Teacher/Lecturer: With an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology, you can pursue a career in academia as a teacher or lecturer, sharing your knowledge and expertise with students who are studying psychology or related fields.
Forensic Psychologist: As a forensic psychologist, you can work within the legal system, conducting assessments, providing expert testimony, and offering treatment or counselling services to individuals involved in legal proceedings, such as defendants, victims, or witnesses.
Rehabilitation Counsellor: They can work as a rehabilitation counsellor, assisting individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions in maximizing their independence, improving their quality of life, and integrating into society through counselling, vocational guidance, and support services.
Community Officer with NGO: They can work with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as a community officer, focusing on community-based interventions, promoting mental health awareness, implementing programs, and providing support to individuals and communities in need.
Courses Offered
M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology
Duration : 2 years
Eligibility : B.Sc. degree in Science subject from recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks preferable with special paper in Psychology (5% relaxation for Reserved Categories).
Course Fees :
Admission Fee : Rs. 40,000/-
Tuition Fee per Semester : Rs. 45,000/-
Caution Deposit *(Refundable) : Rs. 15,000/-