A specialized undergraduate programme designed to prepare students for careers in mental health promotion, psychological support, counselling assistance, rehabilitation services, and community mental health.
There is an increasing need for trained frontline mental health professionals who can conduct mental health promotional activities, assist in early identification of mental health concerns, and provide first-level psychoeducational services.
The B.Sc. Clinical Psychology programme has been specifically designed to meet this growing demand and prepare students for meaningful careers in the mental health sector.
Students gain in-depth foundational knowledge of human behaviour, mental health disorders, psychological assessment, counselling, psychotherapy principles, and rehabilitation services.
The programme also equips students to conduct mental health awareness programmes, provide psychological first aid, and understand the professional roles and responsibilities within mental healthcare systems.
Study human development, personality, cognition, emotions, and behaviour across the lifespan.
Learn basic psychological assessment techniques, observation skills, and screening methods.
Develop foundational counselling and communication skills for helping individuals and families.
Conduct awareness programmes and mental health education initiatives within communities.
Gain practical skills in providing immediate psychological support during crisis situations.
Learn research methods, data collection, report writing, and evidence-based practice.
Students who have completed Higher Secondary Education (12th Standard) with Science Stream or equivalent qualification are eligible to apply.
Admission will be based on the candidate's performance in the Entrance Test conducted by the University.
Selection will be determined according to the marks obtained in the entrance examination as per university norms.