Postgraduate Programme

M.Sc. Clinical Psychology

A comprehensive postgraduate programme focused on psychological assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, clinical practicum, research, internship, and evidence-based mental health practice.

PG Programme 2 Years Clinical Practicum Dissertation
Programme Overview

About the Programme

The M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology is designed to train students in the scientific understanding, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders.

The course blends rigorous academic learning with intensive clinical training, preparing graduates to function effectively in mental health and rehabilitation settings.

This programme emphasizes evidence-based practice, ethical standards, and interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing mental health challenges across the lifespan.

Objectives

Programme Objectives

Psychological Foundations

Develop strong foundations in psychological theories and clinical practice.

Assessment & Diagnosis

Train students in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and intervention.

Psychotherapy Skills

Build competencies in counselling, psychotherapy, and behaviour modification.

Clinical Exposure

Provide supervised clinical exposure across diverse populations.

Research Skills

Foster research skills and critical thinking in mental health sciences.

Team-Based Care

Develop ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Duration & Eligibility

Admission Requirements

Duration

2 Years Full-Time including coursework, clinical practicum, internships, and dissertation.

Eligibility

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related discipline with minimum qualifying marks as per institutional or university norms.

Candidates from allied fields may be considered based on bridging requirements.

Curriculum

Curriculum Overview

Core Areas

  • Advanced General Psychology
  • Psychopathology
  • Psychological Assessment & Testing
  • Counselling Psychology
  • Psychotherapy: CBT, Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches
  • Neuropsychology
  • Developmental Psychology

Clinical Training

  • Case history taking and mental status examination
  • Administration and interpretation of psychological tests
  • Individual and group therapy techniques
  • Behaviour modification and rehabilitation strategies
  • Exposure to child, adult, and geriatric populations

Specialized Modules

  • Clinical Neuropsychology
  • Health Psychology & Behavioural Medicine
  • Addiction & Rehabilitation
  • Crisis Intervention & Trauma Care

Research Component

  • Research Methodology & Statistics
  • Dissertation / Thesis
  • Evidence-based clinical practice
Clinical Practicum

Internship & Practical Training

Students undergo structured, supervised clinical training in hospitals, mental health centres, rehabilitation and special education settings, and community mental health programmes.

Hands-on exposure ensures competence in real-world clinical scenarios and helps students develop confidence in assessment, diagnosis, therapy planning, documentation, and rehabilitation support.

Key Features

Why Choose This Programme?

Clinical Skill Development

Strong emphasis on applied clinical learning and practical competence.

Expert Supervision

Supervised training by experienced clinical psychologists and faculty.

Real Case Work

Integration of theory with real clinical case work and documentation.

Ethical Practice

Focus on ethical, responsible, and culturally sensitive clinical practice.

Research Opportunities

Opportunities for research, publication, and academic presentations.

Training Support

Access to clinical populations, labs, therapy rooms, and supervisors.

Career Opportunities

Future Career Pathways

Clinical Psychologist*
Mental Health Professional
Hospitals & Clinics
Educational Institutions
Rehabilitation Specialist
Researcher
Academician
Community Mental Health Services

*May require further licensing or registration as per national regulations.

Learning Outcomes

After Completion

Assessment

Conduct psychological assessments and diagnosis.

Intervention

Plan and implement therapeutic interventions.

Team Work

Work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Ethics

Apply ethical principles in clinical practice.

Research

Engage in research and evidence-based decision making.