Master’s in Psychology at Christ University- The A-Z Admission Guide

If you're planning to pursue a Master’s in Psychology from Christ University, you're in the right place. This blog will walk you through everything- from the courses to the entrance process, syllabus, timeline, and interview!

Vidhi Ghai

5/8/20243 min read

Christ University Campuses

Christ offers psychology master’s programs across three campuses:

  • Delhi NCR– For those based in North India

  • Central Campus, Bangalore– The most sought-after campus with the widest course range

  • Yashwanthpur Campus (YPR), Bangalore– Offers Clinical Psychology only

Psychology Courses Offered

Here’s a list of Christ's Master’s courses in Psychology:

  • MSc Counselling Psychology (Delhi NCR & Central Campus)

  • MSc Clinical Psychology (Delhi NCR, Central Campus & YPR)

  • MSc Neuropsychology (Central Campus)

  • MSc Health and Well-Being Psychology (Central Campus)

  • MSc Educational Psychology (Central Campus)

  • MSc Clinical Psycho-Oncology (Central Campus)

  • MSc HRDM Psychology (Central Campus)

  • MSc HRDM + MA in Business & Org Psychology (Steinbeis, Germany via Central Campus)

Admission Timeline

Planning ahead is key! Here’s what the Christ University admission timeline looks like:

  • Jan/Feb: Forms open

  • March end/April 1st week: Round 1 entrance test + interviews

  • April end/May 1st week: Round 2

  • June–July: Course begins

Entrance Test Format
  • Total Questions: 120

  • Duration: 2 hours

  • Marking Scheme:

    • +1 for every correct answer

    • -0.25 for every incorrect answer

    • 0 for every unanswered question

Entrance Syllabus
For MSc Clinical Psychology:
  • General Psychology – 20

  • Biological Psychology – 20

  • Personality/Social Psychology – 20

  • Abnormal Psychology – 20

  • Research (Basic Techniques) – 20

  • Cognitive Psychology – 20
    Total: 120 marks

For MSc Neuropsychology:
  • Cognitive, Biological, Abnormal, Developmental Psychology

  • Research Methods, Neuropsychology
    Total: 120 marks

For MSc Clinical Psycho-Oncology:
  • Psycho-oncology, Cancer Care, Ethics, Reasoning

  • Research in Health, Basic Human Biology
    Total: 120 marks

For Counselling / HRDM / Educational Psychology:

Part A:

  • General Aptitude – 15

  • Basic Psychology – 30

  • General Knowledge – 15

  • Research Aptitude – 15

  • Ethical Concerns – 15

Part B:

  • Counselling: Counselling Psychology – 30

  • HRDM: HRM (15) + Industrial/Org Psychology (15)
    Total: 120 marks

Skill Assessment

Skill Assessment is an on-the-spot written essay that needs to be completed in 10-15 minutes. Topics usually range from Psychology to Holistic Development and reflective thinking.

Interview Round

A typical interview consists of:

  1. Micro Presentation- An on-the-spot verbal extempore, typically of 60 seconds based on topics of psychology. Applicants usually get 30 seconds to think about their points and jot them down.

  2. Standard Questions- Personal questions, such as "Tell us something about yourself", "Why do you wish to join this university" and "Why do you wish to pursue this course" to name a few.

  3. Subject Questions- Based on psychology and research.

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