M.A Psychology

In fact, one of the greatest strengths of a psychology degree is the enormous variety of career paths that are available to graduates. Students can tailor their education and degree to focus on specialty areas that appeal to their interests. Though both the universities are good in academic structure but being an alumni let me share the details for LPU. M.A. Psychology programme seeks to provide understanding and the answers to the complexity of human behavior with broad focus on psychological testing, Psychopathology, Health Psychology, Positive Psychology and Organizational Behavior etc. Industry certifications, MOOCs, Hackathons / Co-curricular Competitive events, Workshops, Guest lectures, Educational Trips, Live projects, Incubation projects, Community projects, projects with NGOs etc. Are an integral part of curriculum. The university also provides with International Exposure Option where the Student may be given an option to go for 4 weeks study tour to USA/ European countries or any other country as decided by the University subject to conditions. Also, there is Semester Exchange in which Student may be given an option to join partner/ receiving university abroad for a semester as decided by the University subject to conditions. The programme outcomes include Behavior understanding, Advanced knowledge, Research, Critical thinking, Ethical considerations, Counselling skills, Case presentation and Psychological assessment. The important highlights of this course includes:-
1.Case/study/ dissertation/ experimentation-based lectures, assignments and projects are included to sharpen analytical skills in all PG Programmes.
2. Use of audio/video lectures
3. Development of Psychometric Tests and Psychological Assessment t
4. Social Impact assessment
5. Disaster Relief Management
6. Emphasis on Research
7. Field/Educational Visit
8. Research Paper Writing and Publication
9. Emphasis on Personality Development and life skills
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