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MA Applied Psychology Course Scope, Jobs, Careers, Salary Trend and Packages 2020-2021

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With a comprehensive knowledge about the psychological processes, students with MA Applied Psychology degree can find employment in following sectors:

  • Teaching and Research
  • Medical Industry
  • Consultancy
  • Clinical Research Labs

MA Applied Psychology: Job Profiles

Students can work in above sectors as following:

Job Profile Description
Clinical Psychologist Clinical psychologists treat individuals suffering from chronic psychiatric disorders
Consultant Psychologist Consultant psychologist directs his/her attention to helping people with adjustment problems rather than chronic disorders. They find employment in education departments, schools, colleges etc. 
Clinical Researcher A clinical researcher carries out research and experiment on the structure, function and development of brain and its cellular systems.
Psychiatrist They provide services to individuals, married couples, families, and small groups. Psychiatrists can find employment in mental health centres, counselling centres or may have their own private practice.

MA Applied Psychology: Top Recruiters

The top recruiters for MA Applied Psychology students are as follows:

  • Centre for Neurosciences
  • Apollo Hospitals
  • Amity University.
  • Schools. Many schools have a counsellor department which provides guidance to students in their academics and future career prospects.

MA Applied Psychology: Salary Trends

Employment in fields of psychology has been on the lower side for a long time. However, India is slowly gearing up to the idea of psychological help for psychological disorders and the need for trained counsellors is slowly gaining momentum. Schools and other educational institutes are also warming up to the idea of counsellors. This progress, though slow, is bound to generate employment opportunities in the fields of Psychology in the years to come.

The current salary trend for various job profiles in psychology related fields are roughly shown in the following graph:

salary graph for MA in Applied psychology

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How is the MA in psychology distance course at IGNOU? What are the job prospects of it compared to a regular distance course?

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Arijit Pathak

13 Oct 22

Admission is available in two sessions: July and January. The university supplies the study material, which is fine. It follows a year system, with 7 courses (6 theory and 1 practical) in the first year and 6 in the second year (3 theory, 1 practical, 1 internship requiring at least 240 hours total, and 1 project/research (can only be done if you pass the Research Methodology and Statistics subjects in the first year)). There are three optional courses to choose from in the second year of IGNOU's MA in Psychology.

  • Clinical psychiatry
  • Psychology of counseling
  • Psychology in the workplace

Each has different job prospects, and it is believed you will be familiar with them because it is clear from their names what fields they represent. The procedure is extremely simple. Obtain admission, complete assignments, and register for the exam at the desired exam center. After passing the exams, which can take between three and six years. Following that, you will be given a mark sheet and a provisional certificate. To obtain an original degree, you must wait at least six to twelve months for the convocation to be held by IGNOU, and you must pay a nominal fee of Rs 600-900 for registration and certificate.

If you are unable to attend the convocation, your certificate will be mailed to your home address. However, the practicals and viva-voce are an exception because some of the exams were conducted recently (depending on the Regional/Study center). It is acceptable in the first year, but if it occurs in the second year, it may cause a hindrance for higher education because the certificates may not be available at the right time for seeking admission, (seems IGNOU is nowadays quickly distributing the provisional and statement of marks. The good news is that you will receive it directly to your home via post after completing the course). The learner must submit assignments for all theory papers, and writing them will take a lot of time, but it will be beneficial for a passionate learner of psychology.

If you want to pursue this MA in Psychology from IGNOU, you must fully commit to this course because the field of psychology is vast. So working while pursuing this course may not be the best option because it may require 3 months of internship, pure research work, and an ocean of writing work. 

Regarding the job prospects, as a student of the specific course, you hope to win the UGC NET/JRF and continue your education to become a lecturer. If I get the JRF, I plan to pursue an M Phil in Clinical Psychology and become a licensed clinical practitioner in the mental health field.

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IGNOU: Has anyone over here done a MAPC master's in psychology or a Ph.D. in psychology via distance learning?

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Raj Yadav

18 Oct 22

It is a well-planned course that includes a required internship, research project, and term-end examinations (TEE). According to some practicing psychologists, the study material appears to be on par with regular university courses.

The main difference is that you can complete the course over a 5-year period, with exams held twice a year. As a result, you can write exams for 2-3 subjects each term and finish the course while working full-time.

IGNOU has two points of contact for you:

  • SC Study Centre: This is where lectures and practicals will be held, assignments must be submitted, and course-related questions will be answered. There are two in Mumbai: Hansraj College in Khar and Seva Sadan in Ulhasnagar.

  • Regional Centre RC: This is your administrative point for receiving books, issuing ID cards, making changes to exam centers, and so on. This is the IGNOU's general office in Mulund West, Mumbai, for all courses.

IGNOU PROBLEMS

The RC is sometimes unresponsive, and with a low student-to-administrative representative ratio (IGNOU has no upper limit on the number of students it can admit), it is difficult to get questions answered. To receive a response, students must send emails in bulk.

IGNOU (or RC) appoints teachers to give IGNOU lectures in addition to their regular teaching duties.

IGNOU urgently needs to address these concerns in order to maintain and improve students' trust in the system.

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AN

Which one is better correspondence course MA psychology from from IGNOU or MSc Psychology from University of Madras?

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Ritabhari Dasgupta

13 Jul 22

IGNOU is better recognized for distance courses. So, pursuing a correspondence course in MA Psychology will be better. However, if possible try to do a regular course in counseling, clinical or industrial psychology. Psychology is practical oriented subject, and you will need to do dissertations, practicals, and internships as a part of coursework. Being a practical-based course, the career outcomes of correspondence degrees in Psychology are somewhat limited.

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RN

Which one is the best: an M.Sc in Applied Psychology from Annamalai University’s distance education or an M.A in Applied Psychology from Chandigarh University’s distance education?

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Niraj Thakur

19 Nov 22

It will be difficult to choose between Annamalai University and Chandigarh University, just as it is difficult to choose where to study when there are so many options. I recommend that you look into Chandigarh University's distance learning program. Chandigarh University's distance education department is relatively new, but it is very promising.

The Institute of Distance & Online Learning at Chandigarh University is UGC-DEB accredited, making it an approved distance learning program. Moving on, the facilities and support in distance programs are very helpful and student-friendly. First and foremost, you will receive all study materials and have free access to their online content, which includes videos, e-courses, SLM, and quizzes. Aside from multimedia and course materials, the CU LMS (Learning Management System for distance learners) includes features such as rubrics, teacher and instructor-facilitated learning, a discussion board, a course tracker, download and submit assignments, interact with faculty, and a virtual programming environment and e-library.

Furthermore, despite being a distance learner, you will be able to visit the campus, participate in numerous workshops and seminars, and gain first-hand experience with industry tools. With a curriculum that meets international and industry standards, you will also have access to the university's placement drive, which means you can even be placed via distance education.

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Is someone with an MA in psychology from IGNOU, eligible for RCI registration?

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Raneeta Banerjee

24 May 22

No, but you are eligible to get admission at RCI recognized institutes. If you have done an MA in Psychology from IGNOU, you will need to do an M.Phil or a Ph.D. from an RCI affiliated University or hospital, to get RCI registration. You can apply for RCI registration after completing the M.Phil or Ph.D. 

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GK

Which is better for an MA/MSc in psychology through distance learning, IGNOU or Annamalai University?

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Singdha Bnerjee

05 Mar 22

One of my friends completed his MA in Industrial Psychology through IGNOU. According to him, it is a well-thought-out course with a term-end examination, compulsory internship, and research projects. My friend also consulted with some practicing Psychologists regarding the study material. According to them, the course is at par with the regular university courses. 

The advantage of this course is that you can complete the course over a period of 5 years and examinations are taken twice each year. So, you can take examinations for 2-3 subjects each term and complete the course easily along with a full-time course or job. Study Center and Regional Center are two points of contact for IGNOU. 

Lately, there have been some issues regarding RCs and teachers in IGNOU. Going forward they need to address these issues. 

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What are the career opportunities after MA psychology from IGNOU?

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Malabika Dasgupta

11 Feb 22

The career opportunities are similar to that of doing an MA in Psychology from any other university. You can become a Psychology teacher or Counselor in clinics, schools, or colleges. You can start your own therapy clinic. You can take NET if you want to become a degree college lecturer. 

The video speaks of the various career opportunities in the field of Psychology

Additonally, you can also go for higher studies and pursue M.Phil or P.hD. 

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Which is better for pursuing MA psychology course, Chandigarh, Chitkara or Lovely Professional University?

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Aditi Banerjee

23 Mar 23

My friend is an MA Psychology student at Chandigarh University. In her opinion, it is one of the best MA courses offered in India. She justified her opinion through a number of reasons some of which I have listed below

  • The university offers not one but two courses in psychology - MA in Psychology and MA in Clinical Psychology.
  • The university offers necessary practical exposure to prepare students to excel in the field of psychology.
  • The teachers are fully experienced and also experienced in the area of research studies and publications. 
  • All the electives are distributed throughout the semesters with adequate practical knowledge.
  • Additional exposure is offered in the form of field visits, expert talks, experiments, and field training.
  • Another major highlight is the foreign exchange program wherein students are sent to foreign universities and get certified for the respective section from the respective country.
  • The gap between theoretical knowledge and practical approach is filled through internship opportunities.

Overall, the quality of teaching is a major USP that students consider while choosing this university.

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JB

I have completed my BE in Computer Science this year I like to pursue an MA in Psychology in distance education in Madras University or any other college if possible. Am I eligible to apply?

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Ambalika Das

30 Nov 21

Yes, Under the limitations of UGC, every college can regulate and formulate a different set of requirements that they think is appropriate for admissions.

It is difficult to tell that about Madras University, but in IGNOU you cannot pursue an MA in Psychology without a BA or B.Sc degree in Psychology.

If you are only interested in the course and do not mind what the degree provides, then you can download the IGNOU books for free and read and learn from them.

But if you are interested in a Masters degree in Psychology (or any other applied courses) for making a career, then it is suggested you do the course which is full-time.

If you want to add another degree to your calibre but do not want to make a career, then you can opt for any other average University that accepts BE or B.Tech.

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I have my graduation in Commerce, can I apply for Masters in clinical psychology in Chandigarh university without CUET?

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Harpreet Kaur

17 Jun 22

No, you cannot pursue MA in Clinical Psychology after graduating in Commerce. The course requires you to have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with at least 50% marks in aggregate as well as in Psychology. The final selection for Chandigarh University MA Clinical Psychology is done through scores in CUCET.

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