The B.Sc in Psychology is a retake on conventional psychology that amalgamates academia, industry exposure, with a unique Indic perspective. Learners gain access to novel resources like the Human Augmentation Lab, where neuroscience meets technology to create groundbreaking solutions in brain-computer interfaces and assistive tech. With an INR 1 Lakh Research Grant available from Semester 1, learners can begin their own research from the get go.
Hands-on learning through two paid internships, industrial visits, and practical fieldwork further equip graduates with real-world expertise. You can earn minors in areas such as Entrepreneurship or Business Analytics, along with certifications in skills like AR/VR.
4 Years
B.Sc
Grade 12
Residential
3.2 LPA
Psychology is a growing field. One of the most rewarding aspects of a psychology degree is the wide range of career options for which you get prepared. Some of the career options are
Family & Relationship Experts/ Sports Psychologist
Career in Counselling or Clinical Psychology
NGOs: Programme Officers/ Welfare Officers /Social Impact
Community Mental Health Care Settings
Project Manager / Admission or Career Counsellor
School Career / Guidance Counsellor
Community/ Youth Educators and Advocates
Mental Health/ Addiction/ Rehab or Counsellor
Research Assistant/ Analyst/ Coordinator /Fellow and Associate
Institutional and Field Work Opportunities
Embark on an immersive, hands-on learning experience that blends theory, practice, and innovation.
Semester
Introduction to Psychology
Your Journey to Psychology Begins Here
Indian Psychology
Integrating traditional Indian mindfulness practices
Development of Psychological
Thought
The evolution of psychological thought
Self and Society – 1
Travel | Understand yourself and the society
Understanding India
Connect with the heartbeat of the country
Global Grand Challenges
The meta-forces that shape our world
SKILLS
Self-Awareness
Empathy and Cultural Competence
Time Management and Organization
Developmental Aspects of Psychology
To study the impact of parenting style on child development
Bio Psychology
Examine the influence of the endocrine systems on psychological functioning
Cross-Cultural Psychology
Understanding the role of clashes between different cultural orientations
Self and Society – 2
Know yourself: emotions, relations and communities
Principles of Design
Why great design is the foundation of problem solving
Systems Thinking & Environment
Doing business in the context of planet and society
Technology and Policy
How tech shapes society and can we control it?
SKILLS
Empathy and Cultural Competence
Design Tools for Business: Canva, Figma
Empathy and Cultural Competence
Psychology and Media
Mind meets media
Psychology of Individual
differences
Embarking on the voyage of variability
Social Psychology
Delving into human connections
Research Methods in Psychology
Analyzing the impact of different techniques in research
Psychological Profile of Sonipat
Create a film review portfolio on Psychology
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Design Tools for Businesses
Empathy and Cultural Competence
Time Management and Organization
Health Psychology
Examine the effectiveness of health
Child Psychology and ABA/
Cognitive Neuroscience
Integrating child psychology with ABA and cognitive neuroscience to enhance development and behavior
Cognitive Psychology
Study the role of attention in memory encoding and retrieval
Create a Film Review Portfolio on Psychology
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Design Tools for Business: Canva, Figma
Time Management and Organization
Empathy and Cultural Competence
Emotional Intelligence
Assessing the impact of emotions
Forensic Psychology/Sports Psychology
Investigating the effectiveness of restorative justice programs/Mind over a field
Psychological Testing and Assessment
Investigating the validity and reliability of machine learning algorithms in predicting long-term mental health outcomes
Applied Social Psychology
Practical applications: social psychology in action
Assessing the impact
Including more emotion-related words in all the subjects, like “alienation” while teaching World War 2 in History, increases emotional intelligence among school students.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Holistic Approach to Health
Coping and Resilience
Technology Skills
Understanding Psychological
Disorders
Explore the impact of social attitudes on diagnosis, treatment and recovery
Organizational Psychology
Navigating Workplace Dynamics
Psychosocial Foundation of
Psychopathology
Intergenerational trauma resulting from historical events
Conduct a comprehensive review
Learners select a topic within applied social psychology and conduct a comprehensive review of research conducted in that area spanning across different years to gain insight into the evolution and trends within their chosen field.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Experiential Learning
Understanding of Masses
Technology Skills
Understanding and Dealing with Psychological Disorders
Meditation based intervention
Rehabilitation Psychology
Mindfulness-based intervention and strategies
Counselling Psychology
Guiding Paths: The Essence of Counseling Psychology
Vocational and Career Counseling
Study the role of career counseling /vocational guidance
Role-playing counseling sessions
Engage in role-playing counseling sessions to practice active listening, empathy, and communication skills, alternating between the roles of counselor and client, followed by
group discussions for reflection and feedback, fostering practical counseling skill development.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Technology Skills
Inter/Intrapersonal Skills
Neuroscience
Qualitative Data Analysis
Exploring patterns and themes in non- numerical data to gain deeper insights
Quantitative Data Analysis
Applying statistical methods to interpret and derive insights from numerical data
Experimental Psychology
Studying behavior and mental processes through controlled experiments
Writing a Research Proposal
Propsal Writing
Statistical Methods for Research
Investigating the impact of missing data methods on the validity and reliability of statistical analyses in psychological research
Research Methodology
Analyzing the impact of different sampling techniques
Dissertation
Work on Topic of interest under guidance of supervisor
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
SKILLS
Technology Skills
Inter/Intrapersonal Skills
Experiential Learning
Neuroscience
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Comprehensive Design Thinking and Problem Solving
Technical Proficiency in Visualization and Construction
Digital Proficiency and Media Literacys leo.
Capstone
Internship
Startup
Research
Learn from industry experts and visionary leaders who guide and inspire the next generation of creators.
Prof. (Dr.) Sushil Chandra
Dean and Professor, School of Psychology and Education
Prof. (Dr.) Sakshi Vermani
School of Psychology and Education
Prof. (Dr.) Shalini Singh
School of Psychology and Education
Prof. Richa Goenka
Scholol of Psychology and Education
Prof. (Dr.) Kanishka Sharma
School of Psychology and Education
Rakesh Kaushik
School of Psychology and Education
Sharmili Mitra
School of Psychology and Education
Gain insights from renowned professionals and academics who bring global perspectives and real-world expertise to the classroom.
Prof. A.G. Ramakrishnan
Former Chairperson and Professor (Retd.) Electrical Engineering Indian Institute of Science
Prof. VijayLakshmi Ramasamy
Director MSCIS Program Department of Computer Science
Dr Sanjay Kumar
Oxford Brookes University
Dr. Charru Sharma
Associate Professor University of Delhi, India
Gautam
Bipana
Khushboo
Shubham Ridlan
Find answers to all your questions about the program, application process, and more
The duration of Rishihood University’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Hons) Residential Program is 4 years.
The course tuition fee at Rishihood University is Rs. 3.2 Lakh per year.
*Students can directly apply through their SAT scores. Rishihood University’s DI Code for SAT applicants is 9208. All applicants applying with the SAT score need to upload their official transcripts on the Rishihood Application Portal.
Yes, we have scholarships available in 4 categories.
A big Yes, it is a very good career option for students after 12th. With the growing demand of experts understanding of mental health and human & mental behavior, there is a growing demand for mental health services. With AI, the world needs more innovative psychological experts who can help people in any capacity.
Students can exit the course at the end of the following years with:
