BSc Psychology Admission 2023: Important Dates, Eligibility, Entrance Exams, Top Colleges

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BSc Psychology Admissions 2023 are mostly merit-based, done on the scores obtained by the candidates in their 10+2 from a recognized board. However, some of the top BSc Psychology colleges in India consider scores of various entrance exams like CUET, SAAT, etc. conducted at the State or University level to admit students.

BSc Psychology is an undergraduate Psychology course offered for 3 years that provides in-depth knowledge to understand the attitudes, emotions, dispute resolutions, motivation, pressure management, human behavior, and characteristics of the brain.

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Candidates must have completed their 10+2 in the Science stream with Psychology as a compulsory subject to be eligible for admission to the BSc Psychology course. The average fee for the course ranges between INR 50,000 to 3.5 Lakhs.

Table of Contents

BSc Psychology Entrance Exams
BSc Psychology Admission Process

2.1 Eligibility

2.2 How to Apply?

BSc Psychology Admission 2023 Syllabus
Top BSc Psychology Colleges
BSc Psychology Admission 2023 Tips
FAQs

BSc Psychology Admission 2023: Entrance Exam

The entrance exams along with the tentative registration and exam dates are given below:

Entrance Exam	Registration Date	Exam Date
CUET	February 12 – March 31, 2023	May 21 - 28, 2023
SAAT	February 01 – April 20, 2023	April 23 – 30, 2023
MET	October 13 - March 31, 2023	April 28 – 30, 2023

BSc Psychology Admission Process

Admission into the BSc Psychology program in most of the colleges is done based on the merit based on the scores obtained by the candidates in their 10+2 or equivalent. However, some of the top BSc Psychology colleges in India offer admission based on the score of the entrance exams conducted at State or University level. For BSc Psychology admission 2023, aspirants must have to meet the eligibility requirements for the course set by the respective colleges/universities and take part in the counseling process.

Eligibility Criteria

For BSc Psychology Psychology admission process 2023, aspirants need to fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned below:

Candidates must have completed 10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 50% score from a recognized Board.
Candidates must have passed their 10+2 in Science stream having Biology as a mandatory subject.
One must be greater than 17 years and less than 35 years.
For admission to top colleges offering BSc Psychology, one must qualify entrance exams like BHU UET, SAAT, GMAT, etc.

How to Apply?

The aspirants who want to take BSc Psychology Admission 2023 need to follow simple steps.

Firstly they need to check for their eligibility and then apply for the exams they are wishing to take upon the website of the exams.
Then they will have to take up the exam and wait for the results.
Once the results are announced, qualifying candidates should attend counselling.
Students will be allotted a college based on their entrance exam scores and if satisfied with it, they shall go to the college and get their admissions done and pay the college fees.

In the case of colleges that do not conduct entrance exams, students need to apply for the course by visiting the college or their website and if they get shortlisted, they may have to give a personal interview.

BSc Psychology Admission 2023 Syllabus

The BSc Psychology course syllabus deals with the cause of human behavior at a personal level by using measurements, observation, and analysis. BSc Psychology is a 3-4 years UG course consisting of 6 semesters or more. The detailed semester Wise breakdown of the syllabus of BSc Psychology is given below in the table:

Semester I	Semester II
Statistical Methods for Psychological Research	Biopsychology
Introduction to Psychology	Nature and Methods of Physiological Psychology
Stress & Well-being	Memory
Attention and Perception	Psychology of Individual Differences
Motivation	Learning
Emotions	Cognition
Intelligence and Creativity	Endocrine System
-	Nervous System
Semester III	Semester IV
Development of Psychological Thought	Statistical Methods of Psychological Research
Psychological Research	Applied Social Psychology
Social Psychology	Emotional and Social Development
Experimental and Non-experimental Research	Social and Cultural Context in Human Development
Hypothesis	Problems and Issues of Human Development
Non-parametric and Parametric Statistics	Development Concerns during Adolescence, Early Youth and Adulthood
Observation, Interview Methods	-
Problem and Variables	-
Application of Measure of Central Tendencies and Variability	-
Quantitative Analysis and Qualitative Analysis	-
Semester V	Semester VI
Understanding and Dealing with Psychological Disorders	Organizational Behaviour
Development Psychology	Social change and community participation
Stages of LifeSpan Development	Counseling Psychology
Prejudice and Discrimination	Psychological Approaches to the Environment
Inter-group Conflict	Social Perception
Cultural Psychology	Social Ecology and Community Psychology
Self in Psychoanalysis	Types of Psychological Tests
Theoretical and Methodological Issues in Self and Personality	Personality analysis
-	Parameters of Assessment, Psychological Scaling; Methods of Scaling
-	Assessment of Psychopathological Behaviour

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Top BSc Psychology Colleges

Tabulated below are the top BSc Psychology colleges in India along with their average fees and mode of admission:

College Name	Average Fees	Mode of Admission
Stella Maris College, Chennai	INR 22,895	Merit basis
Women’s Christen College, Chennai	INR 40,914	Merit basis
Rathinam College of arts and science, Coimbatore	INR 60,000	Merit basis
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi	INR 4,400	BHU UET
St. Joseph’s College, Calicut	INR 23,766	Merit basis
NIMS University, Jaipur	INR 80,000	Merit basis
MAHE, Karnataka	INR 1,24,000	MET
SS Jain Subodh, Jaipur	INR 21,800	Merit basis

BSc Psychology Admission 2023 Tips

BSc Psychology is a demanding course and is growing at a rapid pace, hence the competition to get into the course will also be very high. The preparation tips that can be followed to get admissions much quicker have been mentioned below.

The first and foremost thing to do would be to study basics thoroughly and understand them so that in future going into depths of the course shouldn’t be a problem. Most of these basics are available in 12th psychology books.
Gaining Theory knowledge early on helps one not just to get the admissions but also to do the course easily.
Making a schedule and following it thoroughly makes sure that the entire syllabus for the exam is not only covered but is also learned properly.
Also developing good communication skills is equally important since understanding and showing compassion to another person is a part of psychology.
Revising and finishing the entire syllabus also helps one clear entrance exams with ease. Following a schedule would be recommended.

BSc Psychology Admission 2023 FAQs

Ques. Ques. Is a B.Sc in psychology difficult to study?

Ans. We have given the Syllabus of the entire course of the BSc Psychology. If you have a good foundation and understanding in those topics or subjects then BSc Psychology is not a difficult course to study.

Ques. Which college is best for pursuing B.Sc in psychology in Mumbai?

Ans. University of Mumbai is the best college for pursuing B.Sc in psychology in Mumbai. However, there are some other colleges in Mumbai offering quality education for BSc Psychology.

Ques. Is it possible to become a psychiatrist with a B.Sc in psychology?

Ans. A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor that has got a specialization in Psychiatry. You are required to spend at least 3 to 4 years in medical school. However, a degree in Psychology can prepare you and make you eligible for higher studies in the same field. It depends upon the college and your interest in skills.

Ques. What are the skills that make someone a good psychologist?

Ans. Listed below are some of the skills that help candidates to become a good psychologist:

Emotional Quotient
Listening Skills
Technical Skills
Empathy towards client
Communication Skills
Organization and Time Management

Ques. Is BSc psychology a good career?

Ans. Yes, BSc Psychology is a good career. Due to rising problems and issues in people's life, there is a high demand for the graduates in this field which makes BSc Psychology a demanding and a good career.

Ques. Who can study BSc psychology?

Ans. Candidates who have completed their 10+2 with at least 50% marks in Science stream having Biology as the main subject can study BSc Psychology.

Ques. What jobs can I get with a BSc psychology degree?

Ans. After completing BSc Psychology, candidates can work in various high profile job given below:

Psychologist.
Psychotherapist.
Social worker.
Counselor.
Educational psychologist.
Human resource manager.
Teacher.

Ques. How long is BSc psychology?

Ans. BSc psychology is a UG course offered for the duration of 3-4 years depending upon the College.

Ques. Does BSc psychology have maths?

Ans. BSc Psychology does not have Maths as a subject in particular. But you have a solid foundation in Mathematics to study BSc Psychology.

Ques. How many subjects are there in BSc psychology?

Ans. The course curriculum of the BSc Psychology syllabus is divided into two sections namely specialized psychological sciences and core elective subjects. These sections help candidates to understand psychological factors affecting the mental health of a person.