MA Psychology
Postgraduate degree in advanced psychology including clinical, counselling, organisational and developmental psychology.
About MA Psychology
MA Psychology is a two-year postgraduate programme that provides advanced training across clinical, counselling, organisational, developmental, social and neuropsychology. In India, the demand for trained mental health professionals is growing rapidly, making this one of the most career-relevant postgraduate degrees in social sciences.
Who Should Apply
BA/BSc Psychology graduates who wish to specialise in clinical counselling, organisational psychology, educational psychology or research should apply. Students planning to pursue MPhil Clinical Psychology (RCI route), PhD or applied roles in the mental health sector will find MA Psychology an essential qualification.
What Will You Learn
You will study advanced cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, personality theories, clinical psychology and psychopathology, counselling psychology, organisational and industrial psychology, developmental psychology, psychometric testing and assessment, positive psychology, cross-cultural psychology, research methodology and advanced statistics, and conduct an independent research dissertation.
Admission Process
CUET PG is the primary route for central university MA Psychology admissions. DU's departmental entrance test, BHU PET Psychology, and NIMHANS entrance for its postgraduate programme are separate processes. TISS Mumbai offers MA Applied Psychology through TISSNET.
Frequently Asked Questions About MA Psychology
Q. What is the difference between MA Psychology and MSc Psychology? MSc Psychology has a stronger emphasis on experimental research and quantitative methods, while MA Psychology typically has a broader social science orientation with more emphasis on counselling and organisational psychology.
Q. What is the RCI MPhil Clinical Psychology pathway? The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) recognises the two-year MPhil in Clinical Psychology (offered by NIMHANS, CIP Ranchi, IHBAS Delhi) as the professional qualification for clinical psychologists in India.
Q. What are career opportunities in organisational/industrial psychology? I-O Psychology is rapidly growing in India. Roles include HR Analytics Specialist, Talent Management Consultant, Psychometric Assessor, Employee Wellbeing Officer and Organisational Development Consultant.
Q. Can I start a private counselling practice after MA Psychology? MA Psychology qualifies you to provide general wellness counselling and psychoeducation. Clinical counselling for diagnosed mental health conditions requires RCI registration via MPhil Clinical Psychology.
Eligibility Criteria
BA in relevant subject min 50%; CUET PG or university entrance
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