B.Sc. Clinical Psychology
Duration
3 years
Clinical Psychology is a specialized branch of psychology dedicated to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. It plays a vital role in providing comprehensive and ongoing mental health care to individuals, families, and communities.
This field is distinguished by its broad scope and interdisciplinary approach, integrating knowledge from various psychological disciplines, neuroscience, medicine, and social sciences. Clinical psychologists address a wide range of psychological conditions, from common emotional struggles such as anxiety and depression to severe mental health disorders like schizophrenia and personality disorders.
The practice of clinical psychology extends beyond individual therapy to include:
- Consultation and collaboration with hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, and community organizations.
- Research and evidence-based interventions to advance mental health treatment.
- Education and supervision for future psychologists and mental health professionals.
- Crisis intervention and trauma care, offering support during critical situations.
Clinical psychologists work across diverse settings, including hospitals, mental health clinics, academic institutions, corporate organizations, and private practices. They cater to individuals across all age groups, addressing developmental, emotional, and psychological needs while considering cultural, social, and environmental factors that influence mental health.
With the rising awareness of mental health and its impact on overall well-being, the role of clinical psychologists has become more essential than ever. By integrating science and compassionate care, they empower individuals to overcome psychological challenges and improve their quality of life.
Eligibility
- To be eligible for admission in BSc Clinical Psychology , a candidate should have passed two years Pre university examination/Pre degree examination/two years after ten years of schooling or its equivalent as recognized by the Yenepoya(deemed to be)University
- Candidate needs to secure 40% or above marks in the qualifying examination to be eligible for admission. For SC/ST/OBC candidates minimum marks required in the qualifying exam is 35% marks
Duration
3 years
The duration of the programme shall extend over 6 semesters (three academic years) each semester comprising minimum of 15 weeks or more each with a minimum of 90 actual working days of instructions in each semester. The successful completion of the Undergraduate program will lead to Bachelor Degree in Clinical Psychology (BSc Clinical Psychology).
PROGRAM FEES
| Program | Fee | (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Clinical Psychology | Year 1 | 200000 |
| Year 2 | 200000 | |
| Year 3 | 200000 |
Program (PO & PSO)
Upon successful completion of the undergraduate course, students will have developed a broad knowledge in the field of evaluation, diagnosis assessment and management of different mental health conditions.
- PO1: Apply knowledge of human psychology in the management of mental health related disorders.
- PO2: In-depth knowledge on basic psychological theories
- PO3: Awareness and understanding of different streams of psychology
- PO4: Knowledge on major psychological disorders
- PO 5: In-depth knowledge on qualitative and quantitative research
- PO 6: Brief understanding of scientific therapeutic methods
- PO 7: Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Expected skill to be acquired by the end of the programme:
- PO 8:Become well-versed in performing psychological assessments related to intelligence, memory, personality and clinical rating scales
- PO 9:Become well-versed in psychological history taking, mental state examination and diagnosing.
- PO 10:Apply the theoretical knowledge to conceptualize the case
- PO11:Apply the knowledge and skills to do counselling for sub clinical cases
- PO12:Completion of a psychological mini project using statistical techniques
