M.Sc Counselling Psychology

Programme Overview
M.Sc. Counselling Psychology is a two-year programme, spread over four semesters. Counselling is the service offered to the individual or group who is undergoing a problem and needs professional help to overcome. It aids to build a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals.

Eligibility for Admission
B.A /B.Sc. three years course in Psychology or having studied at least one paper in Psychology at the Graduate level with 50% marks in the aggregate are eligible to apply.

Programme Overview
The M.Sc. Counselling Psychology program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to offer professional counselling services. Whether working with individuals, families, or groups, students learn to foster mental health, wellness, and personal growth. Counselling psychology addresses emotional, psychological, and developmental concerns through evidence-based practices, helping clients achieve their educational, career, and life goals.

Eligibility for Admission
Candidates with a B.A./B.Sc. degree in Psychology or those who have studied at least one paper in Psychology at the undergraduate level, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate, are eligible to apply.

The Master of Science in Counselling Psychology is a two-year, four-semester program designed to develop skilled professionals who can support individuals and groups through various life challenges. The program emphasizes practical counselling skills, theoretical knowledge, and research, helping students build a strong foundation in mental health, emotional well-being, and professional therapeutic practices.

Course Structure and Learning Path
Semester 1: Foundations of Counselling and Psychological Understanding
The first semester introduces students to core concepts in psychology and counselling, setting the foundation for effective therapeutic practice:
• General Psychology: Learn about the key concepts, theories, and principles of psychology, focusing on understanding human behavior and thought processes.
• Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy: Explore major therapeutic approaches that form the basis of counselling interventions.
• Foundations of Professional Counselling: Gain insights into the ethical and professional frameworks guiding the counselling practice.
• Quantitative Research Methods: Develop the skills to design and conduct research with a focus on quantitative techniques.
• Individual Counselling Skills Practical: Engage in hands-on activities to build fundamental counselling skills.
• Assessment for Counselling Practical I: Learn to administer and interpret psychological assessments.
• Academic Writing Skills: Enhance your ability to communicate research findings and ideas clearly and effectively.

Semester 2: Understanding Psychological Differences and Disorders
In the second semester, the focus shifts to understanding the complexities of individual differences and mental health challenges:
• Psychology and Individual Differences: Delve into how personality, temperament, and other factors create unique psychological profiles.
• Psychological Disorders: Study the etiology, symptoms, and treatments of various psychological disorders.
• Qualitative Research Methods: Learn to analyze psychological phenomena through qualitative approaches.
• Statistics in Behavioural Sciences: Apply statistical tools to understand and interpret behavioral data.
• Individual Counselling Techniques Practical: Practice advanced individual counselling techniques.
• Statistical Packages in Research Practical: Gain hands-on experience in using statistical software for psychological research.
• Supervised Concurrent Fieldwork I: Begin real-world counselling practice under supervision to apply theoretical knowledge.

Semester 3: Development and Group Dynamics
In the third semester, students focus on human development and group counselling:
• Human Development: Explore developmental stages and the psychological growth of individuals from childhood to adulthood.
• Group Counselling: Learn the dynamics of group counselling, including facilitation techniques and therapeutic strategies.
• Child and Adolescent Counselling: Understand the unique psychological needs of children and adolescents and the interventions suited to them.
• Assessment for Counselling Practical: Further develop assessment skills specifically for counselling contexts.
• Group Counselling Practical: Gain hands-on experience conducting group counselling sessions.
• Research Oriented Practical and Dissertation: Start working on a dissertation and research project under faculty guidance, honing both academic and practical research skills.

Semester 4: Specialized Interventions and Career Applications
In the final semester, students specialize in alternative therapies, family therapy, and counselling within specific contexts:
• Alternative Healing Practices: Explore non-traditional therapeutic practices for psychological well-being.
• Positive and Indigenous Psychology: Study psychological approaches grounded in positive mental health and indigenous cultural wisdom.
• Couple and Family Therapy: Learn the intricacies of working with couples and families to resolve interpersonal conflicts and improve relationships.
• Social and Cultural Psychology: Understand how societal and cultural contexts shape psychological processes and counselling approaches.
• Supervised Concurrent Fieldwork II: Continue real-world counselling practice under supervision, expanding your professional experience.
• Internship: Engage in an immersive internship that offers practical exposure in educational institutions, clinics, organizations, or NGOs.
• Educational and Career Counselling: Specialize in guiding individuals through academic and career challenges.
• Workplace Counselling: Learn to provide psychological support in professional settings, focusing on mental health and well-being in the workplace.
• School Counselling: Develop skills to support the psychological and educational development of students.
• Research Paper Publication: Complete your dissertation and prepare your research for publication in a recognized journal.