BSc Psychology

Programme Overview

The CMRU Bachelor of Science in Psychology is a 3-year degree program that can continue into a 4-year B.Sc. Honours in Psychology or B.Sc. Honours with a Research degree in Psychology. The program includes a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Public Health Policy and Business Administration. The program takes into consideration the present mental health scenario and the current trends in psychology. In continuing to the 4th year, emphasis is laid on individual research.

The Curriculum includes core courses, Discipline Specific Electives, Interdisciplinary Courses, Skill enhancement Courses, Ability Enhancement, and Value Added Courses. The program provides students with an experience of a vibrant intellectual community, and an opportunity for significant research, and independent study. It enables students to acquire the ability to think, analyse, implement, and advance effectively in academic, clinical, organizational, and research domains, thus making them responsible citizens for the nation.

Career Opportunities

• Clinical psychologists
• Counseling psychologists
• Research analysts
• Human resource managers
• Educators
• Pursue further education such as a master’s degree or a doctoral degree in psychology

Distinctive Features

• Expert Faculty: Professors of practice, Qualified teaching and research faculty.
• Minor Degree: Public Health Policy and Business Administration
• Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Integration of theoretical and practical knowledge from disciplines such as Communication, Law, and Technology. 
• Experiential and Skill-Based Learning: Case study discussions, Role plays, Field visits and guest lectures, Compulsory Internships, Dissertation, 1 Major research project
• Psychology Lab: Well-equipped lab with assessment tests, scales, Inventories, and Batteries that measure a wide range of constructs in counselling, clinical, and industrial psychology
• Industry-informed Curriculum: Grooming students in industry-oriented skills and sought-after fields in psychology. 
• Centre for Wellbeing: 
  • Student peer support groups
  • Student wellbeing support

Program Outcomes

After completion of the program, a student will be able to

• Apply the principles of psychology in multidisciplinary domains to achieve personal, professional, and organizational outcomes
• Design, implement, and critically validate well-being programs in counselling and industrial settings
• Produce meaningful and relevant research studies addressing psychosocial issues in counselling, clinical, and industrial settings
• Solve professional, ethical, and multicultural issues in diverse professional and organizational settings

Program Duration

• 3 Years (6 semesters) for B.Sc. in Psychology
• 4 Years (8 semesters) for B.Sc. (Hons) / B.Sc. (Hons with Research) in Psychology

Program Type

• Full Time

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should have passed PUC / 12th standard or equivalent from any stream.

Expertise You Gain

• Gain expertise in various areas of psychology
• Develop skills in data analysis, research methods, communication, and critical thinking