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The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Clinical Psychology at Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of psychology, focusing on mental health and therapeutic techniques. Ideal for those exploring human behavior and mental processes, this program serves as a strong foundation for further studies, including M.Sc. Psychology and M.Sc. Clinical Psychology.

The program covers subjects such as developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, cognitive psychology, and neuropsychology. Students gain hands-on experience through internships, workshops, and clinical practicums, and benefit from expert faculty renowned in the field.

Research opportunities allow engagement in cutting-edge projects under faculty guidance. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in mental health services, counseling, research, and more.

Candidates must have completed their higher secondary education (12th grade) with a minimum of 50% marks in any stream, preferably with psychology as one of the subjects. PCU is recognized as one of the top universities for psychology in India, offering state-of-the-art facilities and is situated in Pune, a city known for its educational institutions and vibrant culture.

Subjects include General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Research Methods in Psychology, and Psychological Testing.

Students can advance to M.Sc. Psychology or M.Sc. Clinical Psychology, also offered at PCU. Graduates can pursue careers in hospitals, mental health clinics, educational institutions, and private practice.


Preamble

We at Pimri Chinchwad University offers- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Clinical Psychology is an undergraduate program that aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes, with a specific focus on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in the field of clinical psychology, as well as for graduate study in clinical psychology or related fields. The curriculum of a BSc in Clinical Psychology typically includes courses in general psychology, abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, and cognitive psychology, as well as coursework in research methods, statistics, and ethics. Students may also have the opportunity to gain practical experience through internships or other supervised clinical experiences, where they can apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.

The overarching goal of a BSc in Clinical Psychology is to provide students with a strong foundation in the theories, concepts, and methods of clinical psychology, as well as the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to work effectively with individuals and groups in a variety of settings. Upon completion of the program, graduates should be able to apply their knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders, as well as to develop and implement evidence-based interventions to promote mental health and wellbeing.


Vision and Mission

To be a leading program in clinical psychology that produces competent and compassionate professionals who contribute to the betterment of society through the provision of high-quality mental health services.
Our mission is to provide students with a rigorous education in the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes, with a specific focus on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders.
We strive to foster a learning environment that promotes critical thinking, ethical behavior, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
We aim to prepare our graduates to be competent and compassionate professionals who can apply their knowledge and skills to promote the mental health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities

Program Objectives

The Program Objectives for the B.Sc in Clinical Psychology program are as follows:
  • We strive to provide students with knowledge and skills to become leading experts in the field of Clinical Psychology
  • We abide to train students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes, with a specific focus on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders.
  • We focus on Catering an innovative and comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience, research opportunities, and professional development
  • Grooming the student’s overall personality for professional growth is utmost objectives of this program
  • This Program inculcate values and ethics among the students and making them aware about their social commitments.
calender

3/4 Years

Duration

moeny

₹ 1,10,000

Fees (Per Annum)

PCET

Centralized Placement Cell

Admission fees Rs 10,000/-

Program Highlights

Industry Oriented Curriculum

Consultation and Psychology Labs

Project Based Experiential Learning

Focus on Psychological Research and IPR

International Exposure

Highly Qualified Faculty

Course Curriculum

1st Year

    Semester

    I

  • Fundamentals of Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Psychology - Lab
  • Basics of Human Anatomy
  • Introduction to Developmental Psychology
  • Introduction to Social Psychology
  • Psychology and Social Issues
  • Open Elective - I
  • Basics of Computer Application
  • UHV I: Professional Ethics
  • Applied Communication

    Semester

    II

  • Understanding Human Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Health Psychology - Lab
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Cognitive Psychology - Lab
  • Introduction to Individual Differences in Psychology
  • Minor - I
  • Open Elective - II
  • Sales, Negotiations, and Conflict Management; CP
  • Advanced Communication
  • IKS; Indian Family System: The Concept, Practices and Current Relevance

2nd Year

    Semester

    III

  • Principles of Behavioral Neuroscience
  • Physiological Psychology
  • Introduction to Psychopathology
  • Introduction to Biostatistics; CP
  • Minor - II
  • Open Elective - III
  • UHV II - Understanding Harmony
  • Foreign Language
  • Field Project - CP

    Semester

    IV

  • Advancements and Scope of Behavioral Neuroscience
  • Understanding Psychological Disorders
  • Experimental Psychology - Lab
  • Nutrition and Mental Health
  • Comparative Psychology
  • Minor - III
  • Organizational Psychology
  • Constitution of India
  • Foreign Language

3rd Year

    Semester

    V

  • Introduction to Counselling Psychology
  • Introduction to Counselling Psychology - Lab
  • Introduction to Psychological Research
  • Psychological Scaling
  • Contemporary Psychotherapies
  • Elective - I
  • Minor - IV
  • Foreign Language
  • Aptitude and Logical Reasoning

    Semester

    VI

  • Psychometric Analysis - Lab
  • Introduction to Statistical Analysis in Psychology
  • Introduction to Psychodiagnostics
  • Introduction to Psychotherapy
  • Minor - V
  • Internship
  • Universal Human Values - II
  • Foreign Language

4th Year

    Semester

    VII

  • Rehabilitation Psychology
  • Rehabilitation Psychology - LAB
  • Scientific Writing and Research Methods
  • Educational and School Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Neural Linguistic Programming (MOOC)
  • Research Project - Clinical Psychology

    Semester

    VIII

  • Palliative and Domiciliary Care; Clinical Psychology
  • IPR-Online Certification
  • Case study Portfolio; Clinical Psychology
  • OJT- Thesis; Clinical Psychology

Electives

    List of Tentative Open Electives:

  • Open Elective - I : Food Psychology
  • Open Elective - I : Understanding Fitness
  • Open Elective - II : Tools of Nutritional Assessment
  • Open Elective - II : Role of Mindfulness and Counselling in Psychology
  • Open Elective - III : Gender Equality and Equity -
  • Open Elective - III : Growth Monitoring and Health Policies

    List of Tentative Minor Electives:

  • Minor - I : Introductory Psychology
  • Minor - II : Foundations of Social Psychology
  • Minor - III : Theories of Personality Development
  • Minor - IV : Industrial Psychology
  • Minor - V : Mindfulness and Mental Health

Multidisciplinary Minor

    Web Development (WD)
    Offering School : School of Engineering & Technology
  • WD Minor1 : Introduction of HTML (# II/ *IV)
  • WD Minor2 : Getting started with JavaScript (# III/ *V)
  • WD Minor3 : Server-side Programming with Node.js (# IV/*VI)
  • WD Minor4 : Front-end Development with React & Type Script (# V/*VII)
  • WD Minor5 : Back-end frameworks - Django, Ruby on Rails (# VI/*VIII)
    Robotics Process Automation (RP)
    Offering School : School of Engineering & Technology
  • RP Minor1 : Basics of Robotics Process Automation (# II/ *IV)
  • RP Minor2 : Fundamentals of RPA Business Analysis (# III/ *V)
  • RP Minor3 : Automation Techniques in RPA (# IV/*VI)
  • RP Minor4 : Future of RPA with Business Automation (# V/*VII)
  • RP Minor5 : RPA Tool (# VI/*VIII)
    Artificial intelligence &
    Machine Learning (ML)
    Offering School : School of Engineering & Technology
  • ML Minor1 : Artificial Intelligence (# II/ *IV)
  • ML Minor2 : Machine Learning (# III/ *V)
  • ML Minor3 : Natural Language Processing (# IV/*VI)
  • ML Minor4 : Optimization Techniques (# V/*VII)
  • ML Minor5 : Deep Learning For Computer Vision (# VI/*VIII)
    Data Science (DS)
    Offering School : School of Engineering & Technology
  • DS Minor1 : Applied Data Science With Python (# II/ *IV)
  • DS Minor2 : Data Visualization With Tableau (# III/ *V)
  • DS Minor3 : Business Analytics (# IV/*VI)
  • DS Minor4 : Data Analytics (# V/*VII)
  • DS Minor5 : Generative AI (# VI/*VIII)
    Media Communications (MM)
    Offering School : School of media & communications studies
  • MM Minor1 : Literary Study (# II/ *IV)
  • MM Minor2 : Digital Media Production (# III/ *V)
  • MM Minor3 : Photography (# IV/*VI)
  • MM Minor4 : Performing Arts - Theater (# V/*VII)
  • MM Minor5 : Film Studies (# VI/*VIII)
    Psychology (PSY)
    Offering School : School of science
  • PSY Minor1 : Introductory Psychology (# II/ *IV)
  • PSY Minor2 : Foundations of Social Psychology (# III/ *V)
  • PSY Minor3 : Theories of Personality Development (# IV/*VI)
  • PSY Minor4 : Industrial Psychology (# V/*VII)
  • PSY Minor5 : Mindfulness and Mental Health (# VI/*VIII)
    Nutrition (NUT)
    Offering School : School of science
  • NUT Minor1 : Human Nutrition (# II/ *IV)
  • NUT Minor2 : Lifestyle Management (# III/ *V)
  • NUT Minor3 : Introduction to Weight Management (# IV/*VI)
  • NUT Minor4 : Food Quality and Management (# V/*VII)
  • NUT Minor5 : Novel Foods and Application (# VI/*VIII)
    Design Thinking &
    Methodologies (DM)
    Offering School : Pune Design School
  • DM Minor1 : Design Thinking (# II/ *IV)
  • DM Minor2 : Brand Identity Design (# III/ *V)
  • DM Minor3 : Digital tools for 2D design (# IV/*VI)
  • DM Minor4 : Physical model making/ Prototyping (# V/*VII)
  • DM Minor5 : Digital Tools for 3D design (# VI/*VIII)
    Economics & Finance (FE)
    Offering School : School of Management
  • FE Minor1 : Micro-economics (# II/ *IV)
  • FE Minor2 : Fundamentals of Accounting (# III/ *V)
  • FE Minor3 : Principles of Finance (# IV/*VI)
  • FE Minor4 : Cost and Management Accounting (# V/*VII)
  • FE Minor5 : Macro economics (# VI/*VIII)
    Entrepreneurship and
    Innovations (EI)
    Offering School : School of Management
  • EI Minor1 : Entrepreneurship-New venture Development (# II/ *IV)
  • EI Minor2 : Rural Entrepreneurship (# III/ *V)
  • EI Minor3 : Design Thinking (# IV/*VI)
  • EI Minor4 : Institutional and Legal framework for Startups and small Businesses (# V/*VII)
  • EI Minor5 : Managing creativity and learning organizations (# VI/*VIII)
    Drugs & Healthcare (DH)
    Offering School : School of Pharmacy
  • DH Minor1 : Health and hygiene (# II/ *IV)
  • DH Minor2 : Know your drugs (# III/ *V)
  • DH Minor3 : Complementary and alternative medicine (# IV/*VI)
  • DH Minor4 : Drug Discovery (# V/*VII)
  • DH Minor5 : Forensic Science (# VI/*VIII)
    Software Application Design and Development (AD)
    Offering School : School of Engineering and Technology
  • AD Minor1 : System Analysis and Design (# II/ *IV)
  • AD Minor2 : User Experience and Design (# III/ *V)
  • AD Minor3 : Introduction to GitHub. (# IV/*VI)
  • AD Minor4 : Introduction to Gaming Applications. (# V/*VII)
  • AD Minor5 : Mobile Application Development (# VI/*VIII)
    Cyber Security (CS)
    Offering School : School of Engineering and Technology
  • CS Minor1 : Cyber Ethics, Cyber Law and Cyber Policy (# II/ *IV)
  • CS Minor2 : Introduction to Cryptography (# III/ *V)
  • CS Minor3 : Social Media Security. (# IV/*VI)
  • CS Minor4 : Introduction to Blockchain. (# V/*VII)
  • CS Minor5 : Data Security & Privacy. (# VI/*VIII)
    English Literature (E)
    Offering School : School of
    Liberal Arts
  • E Minor1 : English for Competitive Examinations-I (# II/ *IV)
  • E Minor2 : English for Competitive Examinations-II (# III/ *V)
  • E Minor3 : English for Competitive Examinations-III (# IV/*VI)
  • E Minor4 : English for Competitive Examinations-IV (# V/*VII)
  • E Minor5 : English for Competitive Examinations-V (# VI/*VIII)
    English Literature (E)
    Offering School : School of
    Liberal Arts
  • Learning English With Shakespeare-Romeo and Juliet (Minor-I) (# II/ *IV)
  • Learning English With Shakespeare-Hamlet (Minor-II) (# III/ *V)
* : Courses offered for B Tech, B Design
# : Courses offered for B Sc, BBA, Media, and Management & Liberal Arts

Audit Courses

    List of Audit Courses:

  • Practicing Meditation, Sports & Yoga
  • Performing Arts:
    Music, Singing, Poetry, Indian Conventional Dancing, Photography, Short Movie Making, Painting/ Sketching/ Drawing, Theatre Arts, Anchoring, Calligraphy etc.
  • Social welfare and Cultural Awareness
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Caring and service
  • Hospital Caring, Personal Safety, First Aid, Disaster Management Gardening, Organic farming, Cooking etc.

    List of Foreign Languages :

  • German
  • Japanese
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Programme

Programme Educational Objectives

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Here are some possible Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) for a BSc in Clinical Psychology program:

    • To provide students with knowledge and skills to become leading experts in the field of Clinical Psychology
    • To provide an innovative and comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience, research opportunities, and professional development
    • To groom the student’s overall personality for professional growth.
    • To inculcate values and ethics among the students and making them aware about their social commitments.

    • Programme Outcomes (POs)

    Programme Outcomes (POs)

    Here are some possible Program Outcomes (POs) for a BSc in Clinical Psychology program:
    • Knowledge Base – Students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and theories that underlie the field of clinical psychology, including the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders.
    • Clinical Skills – Students will demonstrate proficiency in the practical skills and competencies necessary to assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders, as well as to develop and implement evidence-based interventions to promote mental health and wellbeing.
    • Ethical and Professional Behavior – Students will demonstrate adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards, including maintaining confidentiality, respecting cultural and individual differences, and advocating for the rights and needs of their clients.
    • Communication and Collaboration – Students will demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, researchers, and community stakeholders.
    • Lifelong Learning – Students will demonstrate the ability to engage in ongoing professional development and pursue advanced training in clinical psychology or related fields.
    • Research and Critical Thinking – Students will demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate research literature, design and conduct research studies, and analyze and interpret data to contribute to the advancement of the field.
    • Cultural Sensitivity – Students will demonstrate an appreciation for the role of culture and diversity in shaping psychological processes and behaviors, and will be able to apply this knowledge to effectively work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
    • Self-awareness and Personal Growth – Students will demonstrate the ability to engage in self- reflection and self-awareness activities, and use these insights to promote personal growth and enhance their effectiveness as clinical psychologists.
    • Professional Leadership and Advocacy – Students will demonstrate the ability to advocate for the needs and rights of individuals with psychological disorders, as well as to provide leadership in advancing the field of clinical psychology through research, education, and community engagement.

    Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

    Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

    Here are some possible Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs) for a BSc in Clinical Psychology program:
    • Students will demonstrate comprehension of foundational psychological theories and concepts relevant to clinical psychology.
    • Students will understand and adhere to ethical guidelines and legal standards governing the practice of clinical psychology, demonstrating professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diversity in all interactions with clients and colleagues.
    • Students will develop skills in designing and implementing prevention programs and wellness initiatives aimed at promoting mental health and well-being at the individual, group, and community levels, with an emphasis on resilience-building and stress management strate.

    Eligibility

    Open Category student should have scored minimum 50 % of score at 10+2 Science or Humanities with Psychology as Subject from ICSE/ CBSE/Any State Board Examination or equivalent qualification from any recognized board and 45% for reserved category candidate.

    Candidates are selected on the basis of merit AND  Entrance test conducted by PCU

    FAQ's

    What is the eligibility criteria for B.Sc. Psychology at PCU?

    Candidates must have completed their higher secondary education with at least 50% marks, preferably with psychology as one of the subjects.

    What subjects are included in the B.Sc. Psychology curriculum at PCU?

    The curriculum includes General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Research Methods in Psychology.

    What are the career prospects after completing a B.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from PCU?

    Graduates can pursue careers in mental health services, counseling, research, hospitals, mental health clinics, educational institutions, and private practice or graduates can further their studies with an M.Sc. Psychology or M.Sc. Clinical Psychology

    Why is PCU considered one of the top universities for psychology in India?

    PCU is renowned for its expert faculty, comprehensive curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong emphasis on research and practical experience.

    What practical experiences does the B.Sc. Clinical Psychology program at PCU offer?

    The program includes internships, workshops, and clinical practicums to provide hands-on experience.

    How does studying psychology in Pune benefit students?

    Pune is known for its educational institutions and vibrant culture, providing a conducive environment for academic and personal growth.

    Are there any scholarships available for the B.Sc. Psychology program at PCU?

    PCU offers various scholarships based on academic merit and financial need. Details can be found on the university’s official website.

    What makes PCU one of the best colleges for B.Sc. psychology in Pune?

    PCU offers a comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, excellent research opportunities, and state-of-the-art facilities, making it one of the top choices for psychology education in Pune.

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