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About Department
About Department
The Department of Psychology has been part of the college since its inception in 1995. The undergraduate courses offered by the department align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, providing a modern and comprehensive curriculum. The department of Psychology also admits students from other colleges, fostering diversity.
The department adopts a student-centric approach, making learning engaging and enjoyable. Emphasis is placed on building conceptual clarity and applying psychological principles to daily life. Teaching methods include multimedia presentations, Google Classroom, and ‘Flip Classroom’ techniques. To boost employability, professionals from various sectors are invited to deliver talks, offering real-world insights.
Students are encouraged to join academic festivals at other colleges to enhance communication and practical skills. Since 2016-17, the department has held annual intercollegiate workshops, seminars, and panel discussions under the official forum of the department called “Mind Theatre” on themes that resonate with students’ experiences and development. Notable themes include, ‘Holistic Awareness’ (2019-20), ‘Psych-city’ (2020-21), ‘Psych Odyssey’ (2021-22) , ‘Psych-verse’ (2022-23), ‘Psych-scapes’ (2023-24), ‘Psych-Optics’ (2024-25)
The faculty is dedicated to students' holistic growth and frequently upgrades their skills to provide quality education and support.
Academics
Programme
Syllabus
The Psychology program at the College offers a comprehensive and progressive curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundation in psychological principles and their real-world applications. Beginning with FYBA where we have adopted NEP and accordingly, students are introduced to core concepts through subjects like Introduction to Psychology, Learning and Memory, and essential life skills courses that enhance self-awareness, critical thinking, and research abilities.
In SYBA, the focus shifts to understanding human behavior in social contexts and developmental stages, with subjects such as Social Psychology and Developmental Psychology. These courses explore identity, relationships, and societal influences, fostering a deeper appreciation of psychological development across the lifespan.
At TYBA (6 paper), students delve into specialized fields like Psychological Testing, Abnormal Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Industrial Psychology, and Counselling. Practical applications through experiments, assessments, and research further strengthen their analytical and problem-solving skills.
This structured approach ensures that students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise, preparing them for higher education and diverse career opportunities in psychology and related fields.