Master of Science (M.Sc.) Applied Psychology

Objective : The two years Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Applied Psychology conducted by The Global Open University, Nagaland has been designed for meeting the demand of the growing needs of experts in the fields of psychotherapy, guidance and counselling, educational psychology, psychiatric social work, organisational behaviour, organisational effectiveness and leadership, child psychology, human and group behaviour etc.

Eligibility : Graduates of any discipline Duration : Two years

Award : Master of Science with specialisation in Applied Psychology shall be awarded to all the successful candidates by The Global Open University, Nagaland.

First Year
Introduction to Psychology
Science of Psychology
Theories of Psychology
Psychotherapy
Guidance and Counselling

Second Year
Psychology and Education
Psychiatric Social Work
Psychological Research
Research Methodology
Master’s Thesis

Alternatives
Organisational Behaviour
Human Behaviour
Group Behaviour
Organisational Studies
Child Psychology

Careers in Applied Psychology

The basic premise of Applied Psychology is the use of psychological principles and theories to overcome problems in other areas such as mental health, business management, education, product design, ergonomics, and law. This science includes other areas like industrial and organisational psychology, occupational health, human factors, forensics, engineering, school, sports, and community psychology. Scope of Careers advancement is also possible in applied social psychology, applied cognitive psychology besides educational, health and legal psychology for studying mental processes and behaviour.

Total Fee : Rs. 28,150

Accordingly, the Application Form duly filled-in along with four stamp size photographs, copies of certificates and mark sheets and a Bank Draft for the full fee i.e. Rs. 28,150 in the name of “The Global Open University, Nagaland” payable at Dimapur must reach the Admissions Officer, The Global Open University, Sodzulhou Village, P.O. – ARTC, NH-39, Dimapur – 797115 Nagaland by registered / speed post only.

Examination Fee : A fee of Rs. 300 per paper is to be paid before appearing in the Annual Examinations to be held at different Examination Centers within the State of Nagaland (Dimapur, Kohima, Wokha).

Master’s Thesis : All students are required to submit a Master’s Thesis at the end of second year.

Assignments : All admitted participants must submit subject wise assignments based on the Mini Project Reports to be prepared by them on a topic related to each of the subjects.