Psychology Course

Course Overview

English

Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour, emotions, thoughts, mental processes, and social interactions. Psychology courses prepare students to understand how people think, feel, and behave in different life situations, helping them work in mental health, counselling, education, healthcare, corporate, research, and social sectors.

Psychology is both an academic and applied discipline, combining theory, observation, assessment techniques, case studies, research methods, and practical training. With increasing awareness of mental health, stress management, counselling, and emotional well-being, Psychology has become one of the most trusted and in-demand courses in Tamil Nadu.

தமிழ்

Psychology (உளவியல்) என்பது மனிதர்களின் நடத்தை, உணர்ச்சிகள், சிந்தனை, மனநிலை மற்றும் சமூக உறவுகள் ஆகியவற்றை அறிவியல் முறையில் ஆய்வு செய்யும் பாடநெறியாகும்.
இந்த படிப்புகள் mental health, counselling, education, healthcare, corporate HR, research மற்றும் social work போன்ற துறைகளில் வேலை செய்ய மாணவர்களை தயாராக்குகின்றன.

Theory, case study, research methods மற்றும் practical exposure இணைந்த கல்வி முறையால், Psychology தமிழ்நாட்டில் மிகவும் நம்பகமான மற்றும் தேவை அதிகமான படிப்பாக உள்ளது.

University / Authority for Psychology Courses (Tamil Nadu)

English

Psychology courses in Tamil Nadu are offered through:

• State Universities (University of Madras, Bharathiar University, Bharathidasan University, etc.)

• Autonomous Colleges

• Deemed & Private Universities

Psychology programmes follow UGC-approved curriculum.
(Clinical Psychologist licence requires separate RCI-approved pathway, explained later.)

தமிழ்

Psychology பாடநெறிகள்:

• State Universities

• Autonomous Colleges

• Deemed / Private Universities
  மூலம் வழங்கப்படுகின்றன.

Course Duration for Psychology Courses

Psychology Courses Offered

English

Undergraduate Courses
BA Psychology
BSc Psychology

Postgraduate Courses
MA Psychology
MSc Psychology
MSc Counselling Psychology
MSc Applied Psychology

Advanced / Research Pathways
M.Phil (Clinical / Counselling Psychology – RCI route)
PhD in Psychology

தமிழ்

Psychology துறையில் UG, PG மற்றும் Research நிலைகளில் பாடநெறிகள் வழங்கப்படுகின்றன.

Eligibility Criteria for Psychology Courses

English

• UG Courses: 10+2 (Any stream – Arts / Science / Commerce)

• PG Courses: Relevant UG degree (Psychology preferred)

• Some colleges allow non-psychology graduates for PG with bridge courses

தமிழ்

• UG: +2 (Any stream)

• PG: Psychology background இருந்தால் சிறந்தது

• College norms அடிப்படையில் eligibility மாறுபடும்

Admission Process for Psychology Courses (Tamil Nadu)

English

Admissions are conducted through:

• Merit-based selection

• University / College-level admissions

CollegeShine Counselling & Admission Support
✔ UG vs PG psychology guidance
✔ College selection (Government / Autonomous / Private)
✔ Career mapping (Counselling / Clinical / Corporate)
✔ Application & admission support

தமிழ்

Psychology சேர்க்கை பெரும்பாலும் merit அடிப்படையில் நடைபெறும்.
CollegeShine, course selection முதல் admission confirmation வரை வழிகாட்டுகிறது.

Cut-off Calculation for Psychology Courses

English

Cut-off is based on:

• +2 marks (UG)

• UG marks (PG)
  Category-wise reservation rules apply as per government norms.

தமிழ்

Cut-off, +2 / UG marks அடிப்படையில் கணக்கிடப்படுகிறது.

Entrance Exams for Psychology Courses

English

Most Psychology courses do not require a common entrance exam.
Some universities may conduct interviews or aptitude assessment for PG.

தமிழ்

பொதுவாக separate entrance exam இல்லை.

Subjects / Curriculum

English

General Psychology · Developmental Psychology · Cognitive Psychology · Social Psychology · Abnormal Psychology · Counselling Psychology · Psychological Assessment · Research Methods · Statistics · Mental Health & Well-Being · Internship / Field Training

தமிழ்

Human behaviour, counselling methods, psychological assessment, research methods மற்றும் practical training ஆகியவை பாடத்திட்டத்தில் அடங்கும்.

Scholarships for Psychology Courses (Tamil Nadu)

SC / ST / BC / MBC / Minority Scholarships
Community-based Tamil Nadu Government scholarship schemes apply.

Central Government Scholarships (NSP)
Eligible students can apply via National Scholarship Portal.

Merit-Based College Scholarships
Autonomous & private colleges offer merit scholarships.

Scope & Career Opportunities in Psychology

(Clear & Honest Career Flow)

Mental Health & Counselling
Counsellor · School Counsellor · Wellness Coach

Healthcare Sector
Hospital Psychology Support · Rehabilitation Centres

Education Sector
Psychology Teacher · Academic Counsellor

Corporate & HR Sector
HR Executive · Behaviour Analyst · Training & Development

Research & Social Sector
Research Assistant · NGO / Community Projects

⚠️ Clinical Psychologist title requires RCI-approved M.Phil route.

Business Ideas for Psychology Graduates

Counselling & Wellness Centres
Stress management, career counselling, life coaching.

School & College Counselling Services
Academic and student support services.

Corporate Training & Workshops
Soft skills, mental wellness programmes.

Online Counselling Platforms
Tele-counselling and digital wellness services.

Higher Studies after Psychology

MA / MSc Psychology · Counselling Psychology · M.Phil (RCI) · PhD · International certifications in therapy & counselling

Salary Expectations (Approx)

Why Study Psychology in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu offers reputed universities, strong government & autonomous colleges, affordable education, and growing awareness of mental health, making it one of the best states for Psychology education.

Top Psychology Colleges in Tamil Nadu

(High-Trust Institutions)

University of Madras, Chennai
One of India’s oldest universities with strong psychology departments.

Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai
Highly reputed autonomous college for psychology studies.

Loyola College, Chennai
Known for academic excellence and counselling psychology.

Presidency College, Chennai
Government college with long-standing psychology programmes.

PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore
Strong UG & PG psychology education.

Lady Doak College, Madurai
Well-known women’s college for psychology.

Bharathiar University – Dept. of Psychology
Research-oriented psychology programmes.