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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Developmental Psychology studies how individuals, groups and societies develop intellectually, socially and emotionally over a lifespan. The field can cover children or adolescents. Psychologists do their research work and generally apply their theories and help other psychologists in their practices. People act as consultants, advisors or a part of social service agencies and can also go on to do their PhD and teach as professors and lecturers.
Developmental Psychologists study topics such as Continuity and Discontinuity, on how behavior and patterns are influenced by society, upbringing and people's culture around them. Nature vs Nurt
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
You can pursue Psychology courses at various course levels. In India Psychology is available as a specialisation in Arts and Science courses. Given below are the various Psychology courses:
| Psychology Course | Description |
|---|---|
| BA Psychology | It is a bachelor's level degree in Arts with Psychology as a specialisation. |
| BSc Psychology | It is a bachelor's level degree in Science with Psychology as a specialisation. |
| MA Psychology | It is a master's level degree in Arts with Psychology as a specialisation. |
| MSc Psycology | It is a master's level degree in Science with Psychology as a specialisation. |
| PG Diploma in Psychology | It is a postgraduate level degree |
| PhD Psychology | It is a doctoral level degree in Psychology |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The books followed in the BA Philosophy course may vary depending on the colleges offering the course. Moreover, the syllabus and the university the college is affiliated with also determine the books followed for the course. Given below are some of the important books in a BA Philosophy course:
MA Psychology | Authors |
|---|---|
The Psychological Realm: An Introduction | Chadha, N.K. & Seth, S. |
Psychology: The Science of mind and behavior | Passer, M.W. & Smith, R.E |
Statistics for Behavioral and Social Sciences | Chadha, N.K |
The Social Constructionist Movement in Modern Psychology | Gergen, K.J. |
Culture and Psychoanalysis: A Personal Journey | Kakar, Sudhir |
Psychological Testing: History, Principles, and Applications | Gregory, R.J. |
Social Psychology and Human Nature. | Baumeister, R.F.& Bushman, B.J. |
Abnormal Psychology and Life: A dimensional approach | Kearney, C. A. &Trull, |
Abnormal and Clinical Psychology: An Introductory Textbook | Bennett, P. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, those candidates who have not studied Psychology as a subject in Class 11 and Class 12 can pursue a BA Psychology course. As per the basic eligibility criteria for the course, those who have completed Class 12 in any stream can apply for the Psychology course. Psychology is an interesting subject and many candidates who do not have any background in Psychology often pursue an undergraduate programme in Psychology. Those who want to understand the basic concepts of the subjects can refer to the Psychology NCERT books.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates who have scored less than 50% in Class 12 can get admission to the BA Psychology course offered by several colleges. However, such candidates would be able to choose from a limited number of colleges since most colleges prescribe higher marks criteria.
Many colleges offer admission based on the combined scores in entrance exams and board exams. Therefore, the candidates who have performed well in entrance exams stand a better chance of admission to reputed colleges. They can secure admission to private institutes that offer direct admission. They can enroll themselves in a distance BA Psychology course&nbs
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Several colleges offer lucrative, high placement packages to the students of BA in Psychology courses. Some of the colleges with a high average placement salary have been mentioned below:
BA Psychology Colleges | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University, Churchgate | INR 24 LPA |
University of Lucknow | INR 14.4 LPA |
Universal AI University | INR 10.42 LPA |
Ashoka University | INR 10 LPA |
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology of Social Studies and Human Sciences | INR 9.5 LPA |
Seth Anandram Jaipuria College, Kolkata | INR 9.22 LPA |
Swami Sahajanand College of Commerce and Management | INR 9.09 LPA |
Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts, Symbiosis International, Pune | INR 8.9 LPA |
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi | INR 8 LPA |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are many colleges that offer BA Psychology courses at affordable fees. Some of the popular BA Psychology colleges have been mentioned below:
BA Psychology Colleges | Average Fees |
|---|---|
Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women (Delhi University) | INR 540 |
Aditi Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi | INR 540 |
Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi | INR 540 |
Bharati College, University of Delhi | INR 540 |
Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi | INR 540 |
Vivekananda College, University of Delhi | INR 540 |
Bokaro Steel City College, Bokaro | INR 612 |
Keshav Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi | INR 720 |
Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad | INR 816 |
Hope this helps you!
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
BA Psychology is a 3-year bachelor’s programme that is mainly offered in regular and distance mode. It is an Arts degree that is offered with Psychology as a specialization.
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