Bangalore Central Campus

Master of Science Counselling
Psychology

Open from: 08-Dec-2025 | Open until: 31-Mar-2026

Research and Publication Multicultural Counselling Skills Supervised Practicum Scientist-Practitioner Model Competency Based Curriculum
4
Semester
1
Specialisations
2 Yrs
Duration
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Applications OpenUntil 31-Mar-2026
500 +
Hours of field exposure
85 %
Placement
70 +
Industry Partners
4
semesters
Programme Overview

About the Programme

The programme offers a blend of theoretical and practical courses which prepares students for future professional endeavors. Counselling and professional skills are nurtured and honed by providing hands on training in counselling, exposure to field visits, certification courses, one-to-one mentoring sessions, opportunities to publish research studies, on-site observerships and internships and an exposure to cutting edge research laboratories.

FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY

Develop a strong understanding of the theoretical foundations of counselling psychology and learn to apply psychological concepts across diverse contexts, populations, and mental health settings.

HOLISTIC AND CULTURALLY-SENSITIVE PRACTICE

Gain hands-on training in evidence-based counselling approaches rooted in a holistic understanding of mental health while working with individuals, couples, families, and groups from varied cultural backgrounds.

RESEARCH, ETHICS, AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Build competencies in designing, conducting, interpreting, and disseminating psychological research while cultivating a critical understanding of ethical, legal, and professional standards in counselling and mental health practice.

LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL IMPACT

Develop leadership, creativity, and social sensitivity to identify community needs, advocate for well-being, and emerge as socially responsible professionals and active agents of change.

Why at Bangalore Central Campus

Why Choose This Programme?

Experiential and Practice-Oriented Training

The programme combines classroom learning with supervised counselling practice, role-plays, field exposure, and internships to build strong clinical and interpersonal skills.

Interdisciplinary and Contemporary Curriculum

The curriculum integrates counselling psychology with perspectives from mental health, family studies, research, and community engagement, preparing students for diverse professional settings.

Research and Critical Inquiry

Students are trained in qualitative and quantitative research methods, encouraging critical thinking and the ability to design and conduct research addressing real-world psychosocial concerns.

Ethical and Culturally-Sensitive Practice The programme emphasizes ethical, inclusive, and culturally-responsive counselling practices to work effectively with individuals, couples, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds.
Professional Development and Mentorship Students receive opportunities for mentorship, skill-building workshops, certifications, and professional networking to support their academic and career growth.
Leadership and Social Impact The programme nurtures leadership, advocacy, and social sensitivity, enabling students to contribute meaningfully to community mental health and become agents of positive change.
Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn

A comprehensive understanding of counselling psychology theories, approaches, and applications across diverse mental health settings.
Knowledge and practical skills in working with individuals, couples, families, and groups through culturally-sensitive and evidence-based interventions.
Training in psychological assessment, case conceptualization, counselling techniques, and therapeutic communication skills.
Exposure to qualitative and quantitative research methods to design, conduct, interpret, and disseminate psychological research.
A critical understanding of ethical, legal, and professional standards in counselling and mental health practice.
Practical learning through supervised training, internships, field visits, and experiential classroom activities.
Skills in empathy, active listening, crisis intervention, problem-solving, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Opportunities to develop leadership, advocacy, creativity, and social responsibility in addressing community mental health needs.
An interdisciplinary and holistic understanding of mental health, well-being, and human development across the lifespan.
Academic Curriculum

Programme Structure

The programme structure outlines the academic curriculum designed to provide a systematic progression of learning through core subjects, electives, and practical components across semesters, ensuring both theoretical understanding and skill development.

Semester 1 — Psychological research
COREHuman development, and socio-cultural contexts of counselling2 Credits
COREPsychological research methods4 Credits
CORECounselling theories and techniques - i (individual)4 Credits
COREMulticultural counselling skills4 Credits
COREAI and Ethics in Counselling2 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 2 — Multicultural counselling
CORECounselling theories and techniques - ii (group)4 Credits
COREChild and adolescent counselling4 Credits
CORECounselling interventions for special populations2 Credits
COREMulticultural counselling skills - ii4 Credits
COREPsychological assessments2 Credits
COREProfessional development groups2 Credits
COREResearch proposal and supervision 2 Credits
COREMental health disorders 4 Credits
Semester 3 — Summer internship
CORETrauma informed counselling4 Credits
CORECounselling theories and techniques - iii (couples & families) 4 Credits
Supervised practicum 2 Credits
Research manuscript6 Credits
Summer internship6 Credits
COREData analysis labs (quantitative/qualitative)2 Credits
CORECore  |  ELECElective  |  SPEC Specialisation  |  AEC Ability Enhancement Course  |  SEC Skill Enhancement Course  |  DSE Discipline Specific Elective  |  VAC Value Added Course  |  MDCMultidisciplinary Course
Semester 4 — Counselling internship
CORECounselling supervision seminar2 Credits
CORECounselling internship10 Credits
COREResearch seminar & publication2 Credits
COREBlock internship 2 Credits
ELECAcceptance and commitment therapy 2 Credits
ELECCognitive analytic therapy2 Credits
ELECDialectical behaviour therapy2 Credits
ELECDream interpretation: jungian perspective2 Credits
ELECNarrative therapy2 Credits
ELECPsychodrama in counselling practices2 Credits
ELECEmotion focused therapy2 Credits
ELECGrief therapy2 Credits
ELECSex therapy2 Credits
ELECPositive psychology intervetions for counselling practice2 Credits
ELECEntrepreneurial skills for counselling practice2 Credits
ELECPlay therapy2 Credits
ELECMindfullness-based counselling interventions2 Credits
ELECLifeskills and youth interventions2 Credits
ELECCounselling in health settings2 Credits
ELECAsian healing practices2 Credits
Admissions

Eligibility & Fee Structure

Eligibility Criteria
Fee Structure (Indicative)
After Graduation

Career Paths

Couple and Family Therapist
Child and adolescent Counsellor
Counselling Researcher, Private Practitioner
Psychologist in an NGO
School Counsellor
Mental Health Content Creator
Crisis Intervention Specialist,
Career Counsellor
Community Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Advocate
Corporate Wellness Consultant
Rehabilitation Counsellor
From the Department

Message from the HOD

HOD Name
Dr Sudhesh N.T
Psychology)
Bangalore Central Campus

Welcome to the School of Psychological Sciences!

We warmly welcome you to the School of Psychological Sciences at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Central Campus.

We offer a rich tradition of personal, academic, and social growth through our range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Psychology. Our programs equip students with the necessary skills for critical thinking, prob

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Psychology, Bangalore Central Campus
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Message from the HOD

Welcome to the School of Psychological Sciences!

We warmly welcome you to the School of Psychological Sciences at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Central Campus.

We offer a rich tradition of personal, academic, and social growth through our range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Psychology. Our programs equip students with the necessary skills for critical thinking, problem-solving, and research that emphasizes ethical practice and social responsibility to help prepare students to address the challenges of the 21st century. Through conferences, seminars, colloquia, internships, community engagement, research, and workshops at the department, students gain practical experience and develop essential skills.

Our dedicated faculty is committed to providing personalized guidance and innovative learning opportunities. Our department is committed to maintaining the highest quality standards in our academic programs and research. We employ a rigorous process of continuous improvement of our curriculum to ensure that our programs are relevant and prepare students for future challenges and opportunities. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, and we will be happy to assist you with any of your queries.

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Applications for the 2026 batch are open. Deadline: 31-Mar-2026.

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