Ph.D. (Psychology)

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Ph.D. Psychology or Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology is a Doctorate level Psychology course. Psychology is a scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behaviour in each context. The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology degree is a research-based program. The program prepares innovative scholars, researchers, and educators to contribute to the body of knowledge through intensive study in the field of psychology. The program, culminating in a dissertation, builds the foundation for theoretically grounded research and development of knowledge in the study and application of personality, motivation, learning, emotion, and behaviour. The duration of the program is a minimum of two years from the date of registration (3 years for external candidates) and maximum of 5-6 years.

Ph.D. Psychology Eligibility    

• Aspiring students should have passed Post Graduate degree in relevant subject or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. 
• Candidate should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the University for the Course.

Ph.D. Psychology Syllabus

Syllabus of Psychology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Ph.D. Psychology Colleges

• University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
• Panjab University - PU, Chandigarh
• Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaaspur
• Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
• Punjabi University, Patiala

Ph.D. Psychology Course Suitability

• The course is suitable for those students having an interest in psychology and reasoned approach, problem-solving and manipulation of data; provide useful tools for careers in healthcare, law enforcement, finance, IT and research.
• The program is designed to prepare psychologists to function effectively as researchers, college and university instructors, and professional research psychologists.
• Applicants must possess good communication skills, patience, and ability to work with all kinds of social/cultural.
• Candidates should have to be sensitive and caring and have the ability to understand people of very different backgrounds and upbringing.

How is Ph.D. Psychology Course Beneficial?

• The course enables students to contribute to the profession through independent learning, scholarship, and research.
• Program is to provide training for the growing number of clinical psychologists who wish to pursue specialist careers in clinical research settings, including universities, hospitals, specialist research foundations and government bodies.
• Candidates are prepared for careers in both academic and applied settings including positions at universities and colleges, research and governmental organizations, business and industry, clinics and hospitals, and as professional psychologists.
• A doctorate-level degree in psychology is required to work in many job areas, including as a licensed clinical psychologist or counseling psychologist.

Ph.D. Psychology Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Healthcare Centres
• Private Clinics
• Hospitals
• Counseling Offices

Ph.D. Psychology Job Types

• Clinical Psychologist
• Social Psychologist
• Educational Psychologist
• Industrial Psychologist
• Research psychologist
• Developmental Psychologist
• Counselling Psychologist
• Lecturer & Professor