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direct admission in christ university Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology
Bangalore Central Campus
PhD in Psychology is a specialized research program offered by the Department of Psychology at Christ University, Bangalore. This program aims to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in various areas of psychology, including cognitive, social, counseling, industrial, and clinical psychology.
Eligibility:
- Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Psychology or equivalent from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
- Candidates with a M.Phil. degree in Psychology or related fields are also eligible to apply.
- The candidate must have a research proposal in the area of Psychology that is approved by the university.
- Those who have cleared UGC/CSIR NET-JRF, SLET, or equivalent entrance exams are exempted from the entrance test conducted by the university.
Admission Process:
- Interested candidates can apply online on the university’s official website.
- The selection process for the PhD program includes an entrance test and a personal interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an entrance test conducted by the university.
- Based on the performance in the entrance test, candidates will be called for a personal interview.
- The final selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the entrance test, personal interview, and the availability of seats.
Important Dates:
- Application starts: April
- Entrance Test and Personal Interview: May- June
- Result Declaration: June- July
Duration of the Course:
The duration of the PhD program in Psychology at Christ University is 3-5 years. However, the maximum duration up to which a candidate can complete the program is 7 years.
Course Curriculum:
The PhD program in Psychology at Christ University is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and skills in various areas of psychology. The coursework includes research methodology, statistics, and specialized courses in the chosen area of research. The program also includes a compulsory publication of research papers in national and international journals.
Career Opportunities:
- Academic: Graduates of the PhD program in Psychology can pursue a career as a lecturer or a researcher in colleges and universities.
- Clinical Psychologist: With a PhD in Psychology, graduates can work as a clinical psychologist, assessing and treating mental health disorders.
- Industrial/Organizational Psychologist: Graduates can also work in the corporate sector as an industrial/organizational psychologist, helping organizations improve their work environment and employee productivity.
- Counselor: With a PhD in Psychology, graduates can work as a counselor in various settings such as schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, etc.
- Researcher: Graduates can work as a research scientist in various research institutes or organizations.
