Bachelor of Science in Psychology is an under graduate program that can be completed in 3 years time. This program concerns the study of the basic concepts in the field of Psychology. Aspirants who will pursue this degree course can hope for a good career in this field.

Advantages or Benefits of Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Psychology graduates can get engaged in various health organizations. Numerous higher study options will enable them to develop their career aspects. Good remuneration will also be given for these graduates in top organizations. Demand for Bachelor of Science in Psychology graduates is showing positive sign of growth in the past few years.

Eligibility required for Bachelor of Science in Psychology

• The aspirants who have scored good marks in the senior secondary exams can choose this course.
• 17 years is the minimum age requirement for applying for this course.
• Qualification must be achieved from any recognized institution.

Application Procedure of Bachelor of Science in Psychology

The application procedure will differ for different institutes. Admission particulars will be notified in the corresponding institute’s official website. Fees details and also other procedures can be accessed via this site. A rank list may be put up based on some criteria and admission will be made on the basis of the position of the students in the list.

Higher Studies after Bachelor of Science in Psychology

• Master of Science in Applied Psychology
• Master of Science in Psychology
• Master of Science in Counseling Psychology
• Master of Philosophy in Applied Psychology
• Master of Philosophy in Psychology
• Master of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Cognitive Science
• Doctor of Philosophy in Stress Analysis
• Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Counseling Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Family and Child Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Counseling
• Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Psychology

Colleges offering Bachelor of Science in Psychology

• Barrackpur Rastra Guru Surendranath College
• Dr. MGR-Janaki College of Arts and Science for Women
• Mother Arts & Science College
• Presidency College
• PSG College of Arts and Science
• Ethiraj College for Women
• Government Arts College
• Little Flower Institute of Social Science & Health
• Loknete Vyankatrao Hiray Mahavidyalaya
• Sri Kanyaka Parameswari Arts and Science College for Women
• VS Prasanna Bharati University

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Semester 1

• Psychological Processes-I
• Attention and Perception
• Intelligence and Creativity
• Motivation
• Emotions
• Stress and Well-Being
• States of Consciousness

Practical Activities

• Reaction time
• Intelligence and creativity
• Recognizing emotions
• Knowledge of results

Semester 2

• Psychological Processes-II
• Learning
• Memory
• Cognition
• Nature and Methods of Physiological Psychology
• Nervous System: Structure and Function
• Endocrine System

Practical Activities

• Biopack
• Biofeedback
• Verbal Learning
• Memory/ Effect of Imagery
• Problem Solving
• Level of Processing

Semester 3

• Research Methods and Statistical Applications
• Nature of Psychological Research
• Steps in Psychological Research
• Hypothesis
• Problem and Variables
• Experimental and Non-experimental Research
• Observation, Interview Methods
• Qualitative Analysis
• Quantitative Analysis
• Application of Measure of Central Tendencies and Variability
• The Normal Curve:
• Non-parametric and Parametric Statistic

Semester 4

• Human Development
• Life Cycle Approach to Development
• Social and Cultural Context in Human Development
• Culture and Human Development
• Cognitive Development
• Emotional and Social Development
• Development Concerns during Adolescence, early youth and adulthood.
• Problems of aging
• Problems and Issues of Human Development in the Indian Context
• Clinical and Health Psychology
• Anxiety based disorder
• Delusional Disorders: Nature and Types
• Mood Disorders
• Stress and Adjustment Disorders
• Personality Disorder
• Therapies
• Healthy and Well Being

Practical Activities

• Observation skills
• Models of parenting
• Study of generational studies through internet
• Study collection and theories of mind

Semester 5

• Social and Cultural Psychology
• Personality and Self: Theories and Applications
• Social and Cultural Psychology
• Introduction
• Social Perception and cognition
• Attitudes
• Prejudice and Discrimination
• Group and Leadership
• Cultural psychology
• Inter-group conflict
• Personality and Self: Theories and Applications
• Theoretical and methodological issues in self and personality
• Empirical theories in personality
• Self in psychoanalysis
• Personality

Semester 6

• Environmental Psychology
• Psychology and Social Change
• Counseling and Psycho-Therapy
• Psychology of Human Resources
• Educational Psychology
• Basic Principles for Teaching
• Environmental Psychology
• Environment and Behavior
• Psychological Approaches to Environment
• Ecology and Development
• Demography
• Environment Assessment
• Environmental wisdom

Text Books on Bachelor of Science in Psychology

• Essentials of Medical Physiology by K.Sembulingam and Prema Sembulingam
• Cell Physiology by Giese, Saunders
• Biology of the cell by Dewitt, Saunders
• Genetics by Strickberger W.M, Mac Millon
• Human Genetics by Roothwell
• Textbook of Medical Physiology by Guyton & Hall, Saunders
• Animal Physiology by Sebastian, Madonna
• Biological Psychology by Kalat J.W, Wadsworth
• An introduction to Physiological Psychology by Schneider A.M & Tarshis B
• Human Physiology by Sherwood L, Thomson
• Introduction to Physiological Psychology by Levinthal
• Introduction to Psychology by Clifford T. Morgan, Richard a. King, John R. Weis and John Schopler
• Introduction to Psychology by Ernest R. Hillgard, Richard C. Atkinson, Rita L. Atkinson
• Human Development by Papalia, Diane E
• Developmental Psychology by Elizabeth D.Hurlock
• Child Development and Personality by Musser, Conger, Kangan, Muston
• Educational Psychology by Charles E. Skinner
• Educational Psychology by Garrison, K.C. Kingston, A.J
• Psychological Foundations of Education by Morris Eson
• Introduction to Psychology by Clifford T. Morgan, Richard a. King, John R. Weiss and John Schopler
• Introduction to Psychology by Ernest R. Hillgard, Richard C. Atkinson, Rita L. Atkinson
• The Basic Essentials of Counseling by Dr. Indu Dave
• Foundation of Counseling by Shertzer
• Introduction to Counseling and Guidance by Gibson.R.L & Mitchell
• Abnormal Psychology & Modern Life by James C. Coleman
• Abnormal Psychology - The problems of maladaptive behavior by Sarason. I.G. & Sarason

Job and Career after Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Job Types

• Research analysts
• Sociologists
• Clinical social workers
• Special education teachers
• Counselor
• Advertising Managers
• Public relations managers
• Physicians

Employment Areas

• Hospitals
• Clinical Units
• Counseling clubs
• Health Centers
• Nursing homes
• Research Units
• Therapy centers
• Rehabilitation centers
• Educational Institutions
• Social welfare institutes

Remuneration after Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Psychologists will get remuneration in the range of Rs.16000/- to Rs.28000/- per month in most of the units. Clinical Psychologists can earn up to Rs.35000/- per month in various centers. Various undertakings abroad will offer them even higher salary packages.