Master of Science

Psychology (Psychological Counselling/Clinical Psychology/Industrial Psychology)


Eligibility

The qualification required to apply for the programme is a minimum of 50% marks in the respective bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Students who are pursuing a final year bachelor’s programme are also eligible to apply.

Overview

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Kochi offers a Master of Science in Psychology (Clinical / Counselling / Industrial / Child and Adolescent), which is one of the most popular courses among the students. Through this programme, students learn about the fundamental aspects of the human mind and behaviour, various theories of psychology, and the tools and techniques used in psychological experiments. They learn to interpret scientific data and the challenges of handling complex mental and emotional behaviour.

The study of Psychology has become an essential part of any industry today. Industries are driven by manpower and handling human resources is a complex process. Hence, an in-depth knowledge of psychology at the M.Sc. Psychology College in Kochi will enable students to design, plan, and organise counselling strategies that will help in solving mental, behavioural, and emotional issues.

Description

2 years Post Graduate programme

Award

Master of Science in Psychology(Clinical / Counselling / Industrial / Child and Adolescent)

No. of Credits

128 minimum and as specified

Eligibility

As per University norms

Program code: 044
Course Commencement : Sep 2025

Study Campus

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Kochi
Knowledge Park, Nirmal Infopark
Kakkanad, Kochi - 682 042
Telephone : 0484 435 5555
Email : [email protected]


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Curriculum Structure
  • Cognitive Processes
  • Biological Processes I
  • Psychometric and Research Methods
  • Theories of Personality
  • Holistic Therapies
  • Introduction to Sports Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Experiments on Perception and Psychophysics
  • Experiments in Thinking
  • Academic Research Writing I
  • Research Lab I
  • Social and Group Processes
  • Biological Processes - II
  • Experimental Designs and Psychological Statistics
  • Environmental Psychology
  • Positive Psychology
  • Military Psychology
  • Experiments in Cognition - Memory & Learning
  • Academic Research Writing II
  • Research lab II
  • PCL
  • Child Psychology
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Psychopathology - I
  • Introduction to Counselling
  • Assessment of Intelligence and Aptitude
  • Assessment of Cognition and Intervention in Clinical Context
  • Assessment of Cognition and Intervention
  • Psychology of Human Resources
  • Psychological Assessment - I
  • Behaviour Dysfunction
  • Organisational and Management Related Exercises
  • Screening and Testing Children
  • Counselling Skills Training and Field Work
  • Business Entrepreneurship
  • Philosophy and Public Policy of Science
  • Corporate Training & Development
  • Community Mental Health
  • Family & Marital Counselling
  • Project Work
  • Corporate Psychology
  • Psychopathology - II
  • Introduction to Classical Psychotherapies
  • Consumer Psychology
  • Psychological Assessment - II
  • Introduction to Contemporary
  • Psychotherapies
  • Marketing and Advertising Psychology
  • Psychological Interventions
  • Areas of Counselling
  • Screening and Assessment in Industry and Organisation Psychology
  • Assessment of Personality and Intervention in Clinical Psychology
  • Intervention Techniques
  • Internship and Reports
Course Highlights
  • Attend unique training, application, and workshop sessions.
  • Explore the learning laboratories that offer comprehensive insights into several fields of psychology.
  • Discover how to handle difficult circumstances in a demanding setting via the Master of Science programme.
  • Learn how to carry out experiments and research in psychology.
  • Identify the basic principles of learning and memory in humans.
Career Outcomes

The Master of Science in Psychology programme equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in diagnosing and treating various mental health disorders. Graduates can pursue fulfilling careers in:

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Counselling Psychologist
  • Educational Psychologist
  • Industrial-Organisational Psychologist
  • Child Psychologist