Education and Career Forum

after doing master degree which one is betterr among Ph.D and Psy.D???

Both Ph.D and Psy.D are good degrees for you after master's. Which one is right for you depends on your interest and career goals.

Differences Between Ph.D (Psychology) & Psy.D (Psychology)
- Ph.D (Psychology) - Doctor of Philosophy In Psychology
- Psy.D - Doctor of Psychology
- Ph.D degree mainly focus on research along with clinical practices whereas Psy.D mainly focus on clinical practices.
- Students who are interested in research and academic along with clinical practices should get admission to Ph.D (Psychology). Students who want straightforward study without dedicating research should get admission in Psy.D.
- Admission Criteria for Ph.D (Psychology) is harder than Psy.D.
- More career options after Ph.D (Psychology) as compare with Psy.D.
- Ph.D (Psychology) is more valuable degree than Psy.D.

Career After Ph.D (Psychology)
- Clinical Psychologist
- Research Psychologist
- Educational Psychologist
- Social Psychologist
- Healthcare Advisor
- Counselling Psychologist
- Industrial Psychologist
- Developmental Psychologist
- Lecturer or Professor

Career After Psy.D
After completion of Psy.D, One can work as a clinical psychologist and work directly with patients.