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M.A Applied Psychology

Job PressureJob Pressure
Medium
Academic PressureAcademic Pressure
Medium
Early SalaryEarly Salary
1.2 LPA - 2.5 LPA
Mid Level SalaryMid Level Salary
3.8 LPA - 8.6 LPA
Senior SalarySenior Salary
12 LPA - 31 LPA

Table of Contents

  1. MA Applied Psychology Highlights
  2. M.A in Applied Psychology Course Overview
  3. Why study M.A in Applied Psychology?
  4. Purpose of the course
  5. Eligibility Criteria for M.A in Applied Psychology Course
  6. MA Applied Psychology Syllabus
  7. Admission Guidelines
  8. Career Options after M.A in Applied Psychology Course
  9. Top Recruiting Companies
  10. Salary Trends

MA Applied Psychology Highlights

Duration 2 years
Course Level Graduate
Full-Form Masters of Arts (Applied Psychology)
Examination Type Semesters
Eligibility Must complete graduation securing a minimum of 50% of marks from a recognized university.
Admission Process Based on the Merit and Entrance test
Course Fee INR 50,000 –INR 1,80,000
Average Salary INR 2,00,000-INR 7,00,000
Job Positions Development Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Educational Counsellor, Forensic Psychologist, Social Worker, Recruiter, Career Counsellor, Teacher etc
Recruiting Areas Welfare Organisations, Hospitals, Defence Forces, Mental Health Organisations,Hospitals, Universities, Research Centers, etc.

M.A in Applied Psychology Course Overview

Master of Arts in Applied Psychology is a 2-years post-graduate degree for graduates. It can be done on a regular or correspondence basis and is available in many colleges in India.

Why study M.A in Applied Psychology?

Masters in Applied Psychology helps students to understand much about humans, their inner self, their thoughts, mental process, emotions, and their reactions to different situations.

Purpose of the course

This course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge (theoretical and practical) and research insights into Psychology to students.

Eligibility Criteria for M.A in Applied Psychology Course

  • One must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
  • There are some universities that have a minimum aggregate of graduation level or a sort of entrance exam as their eligibility criterion.

MA Applied Psychology Syllabus

Semester ISemester II
Research Methods  Advanced Social Psychology: Issues in Social Behavior 
Applied Cognitive Psychology Clinical & Health Psychology: Basic Psychological Processes in Health and Disease 
Community Psychology Forensic Psychology: Study of Criminal Behavior
Psychological Assessment  Organizational Behavior: Basics of Organizational Behavior
Semester IIISemester IV
Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback  Field Training
Psychology of Group Dynamics  Personal Growth: An Experiential Paradigm 
Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Processes  Counseling in Social Settings 
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Managing Organizational Culture and Processes 
Psychological Issues in Human Resource Development  Dissertation 

Admission Guidelines

Students have to keep themselves updated about the dates of the entrance exam or other details regarding admission.

Career Options after M.A in Applied Psychology Course

Numerous career opportunities are available for Psychology graduates. Some of these are Clinical Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Consultant Psychologist, Clinical Researcher, Psychiatrist, etc.

1)Private Sector Career options

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Consultant Psychologist
  • Clinical Researcher
  • Psychiatrist

2)Private Sector Employment areas

  • Teaching
  • Research
  • Medical Industry
  • Consultancy
  • Clinical Research Labs

3)Public Sector Employment areas

  • National and State government Medical Centres
  • Hospitals
  • Rehabilitation Centres

Top Recruiting Companies

Salary Trends

Master of Arts [MA] (Applied Psychology)Entry Level Salary (LPA)Medium Salary (LPA)Maximum Salary (LPA)
Clinical Psychologist 2 9.8 22
Consultant Psychologist 1.25 4.8 31
Clinical Researcher 1.2 3.8 12
Psychiatrist 2.5 8.6 12
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