M.Sc.
Applied Psychology is a 2-year postgraduate course program in applied
psychology. Eligibility to this is a B.Sc. or any relevant degree in related
discipline with an aggregate of 55% or equivalent CGPA or candidates who have
completed their B.Sc. degree with subjects like math, physics, and chemistry
etc. from a recognized institute (in a science stream) are also eligible.
Overview
M.Sc. Applied
Psychology is a comprehensive program which offers students thorough training
in applying the principles and theories of psychology to the fields of
counseling, organizational development organizational and management.
The
course is well-structured academically, and also amalgamates classroom training
and practical skills. M.Sc. Applied Psychology course provides students an
opportunity to enhance their skills and competencies as professional
psychologists, in the areas of mental health, counseling and organizational
development.
The
research project enhances their research orientation, in turn motivating them
to pursue further research. The courses of research Methodology and Projects
are depictive of this.
Psychology
requires excellent communication skills, compassion towards people of all
kinds, Subtlety in pointing out problems and solutions, Methodical approach and
a mature personality. It also requires attributes like intelligence,
Problem-solving abilities, creative thinking, reliability, and sensitivity. One
can find a number of job opportunities after the study and can also go on to
take up Ph.D.
Eligibility
Eligibility
to this is a bachelor degree in science, technology, engineering,
pharmaceutical or engineering and has secured an aggregate of 55% or equivalent
CGPA or candidates who have completed their B.Sc. degree with subjects
like math, physics, and chemistry etc. from a recognized institute (in a
science stream) are also eligible.
Admission Process
Admission is based on
the merit that is marks obtained in the graduation at the bachelor ’s degree
are considered for admission into the master ’s degree. The students may also
need to undergo an Interview process.
Career Prospects
Career Prospects of
M.Sc. Applied Psychology are many depending on the level of expertise and
experience in the industry. They are hired for profiles from Clinical research
to Pharmacologists. The average salary is between INR 4 and 5 LPA.
The
employment areas are among Welfare organizations, the advertising industry,
colleges, defense forces, hospitals, community and mental health centers,
prisons and correctional programs and institutions, counseling, child care,
clergy, rehabilitation centers, youth guidance etc.
The
job profiles for M.Sc. Applied Psychology postgraduates range as Community
relations officer, a developmental psychologist, research psychologist,
child-support specialist, clinical psychologist, neuropsychologist, clergymen,
psychiatric assistant, school psychologist, social psychologist etc.
The
compensation and salaries for these individual jobs are specific and depend
largely on the skill-set they have built and the experience in the industry.
Major Job positions
Research
Psychologist
Psychology is the
science that deals with the mind and behavior. From analyzing basic brain
functions to examining complex social relationships, psychology research
involves a wide range of studies that may include human and/or animal subjects.
Clinical
psychologist
Clinical psychologists
meet with clients to identify problems—emotional, mental and behavioral—in
their lives. Through observation, interviews, and tests, the psychologist will
diagnose any existing or potential disorders. Identify psychological, emotional
or behavioral issues.
Neuropsychologist
A neuropsychologist is
a psychologist who specializes in understanding the relationship between the
physical brain and behavior. Disorders of the brain and nervous system can
alter behavior and cognitive function.
Lecturers/
Professors
Students who have
completed their Master’s of science in Applied psychology are eligible to teach
the same or their relevant medical field courses in colleges across the
country.
School
Psychologist
School psychologists
are uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students' ability
to learn and teachers' ability to teach. They apply expertise in mental health,
learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially,
behaviorally, and emotionally.
Job profile | Job description | Average salary | |
Professor | Professor is an academic rank at universities and other post-secondary education and research institutions in most countries. Literally, professor derives from Latin as a "person who professes". Professors are usually experts in their field and teachers of the highest rank | Professor is an academic rank at universities and other post-secondary education and research institutions in most countries. Literally, professor derives from Latin as a "person who professes". Professors are usually experts in their field and teachers of the highest rank | 16,73,000 in 0-2 Years |
Teacher | The duties of a teacher can include: Teaching students based on national curriculum guidelines within your specialist subject areas. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons. Encouraging student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities. | The duties of a teacher can include: Teaching students based on national curriculum guidelines within your specialist subject areas. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons. Encouraging student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities. | 2,95,493 in 0-2 Years |
Research Psychologist | Psychology is the science that deals with the mind and behavior. From analyzing basic brain functions to examining complex social relationships, psychology research involves a wide range of studies that may include human and/or animal subjects. | Psychology is the science that deals with the mind and behavior. From analyzing basic brain functions to examining complex social relationships, psychology research involves a wide range of studies that may include human and/or animal subjects. | 8,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
Clinical psychologist | Clinical psychologists meet with clients to identify problems—emotional, mental and behavioral—in their lives. Through observation, interviews, and tests, the psychologist will diagnose any existing or potential disorders. Identify psychological, emotional or behavioral issues | Clinical psychologists meet with clients to identify problems—emotional, mental and behavioral—in their lives. Through observation, interviews, and tests, the psychologist will diagnose any existing or potential disorders. Identify psychological, emotional or behavioral issues | 4,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
Neuropsychologist | A neuropsychologist is a psychologist who specializes in understanding the relationship between the physical brain and behavior. Disorders of the brain and nervous system can alter behavior and cognitive function. | A neuropsychologist is a psychologist who specializes in understanding the relationship between the physical brain and behavior. Disorders of the brain and nervous system can alter behavior and cognitive function. | 5,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
School Psychologist | School psychologists are uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students' ability to learn and teachers' ability to teach. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. | School psychologists are uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students' ability to learn and teachers' ability to teach. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior, to help children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. | 6,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
* Average salary are subjective to change based on various factors