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Department of Psychology

Programme Overview

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Psychology Honours/Research is a four-year degree program with the possibility of completing the fourth year with research if a particular student secures a 75% CGPA in the previous exams.

Programme Objectives & Outcomes

After completion of the programme, a student will be able to:

 

 

Knowledge

PO01: Grasp the theories of basics in behavioral sciences, especially general psychology.

PO02: Acquaint him/herself with the history and development of psychology in major theoretical approaches in the west and in India.

PO03: Relate his/her understanding of guidance and counseling, practice of various psychoanalytic, behavioral, and humanistic theories in counseling and psychotherapies.

PO04: Gain awareness about the various contemporary innovations in psychology.

 

 

 

Skills

PO05: Demonstrate his/her communication skills through paper presentation on subjects as well as various interdisciplinary themes.

PO06: Construct abilities in assessment, diagnostic, and intervention practices in psychology.

PO07: Integrate and apply various behavior analysis methods and practices in individual and group applications of psychological theories.

PO08: Acquaint him/herself with the diverse current evidence-based practices in Psychology, including development in quantitative and qualitative research domains.

 

 

 

Competence

PO09: Explore new ideas and thoughts through the application of theoretical knowledge of psychology in the service of individuals, groups, and society in general.

PO10: Initiate self-sufficiency, sincerity, independent thinking as psychology professionals to practice in clinical and non-clinical settings to provide methods, tools, strategies, and approaches in practicing psychology.

PO11: Enable the students in functioning diversity of psychology within and outside the nation and to promote interest in research and development of multifaced subjects and domains of psychology at pan-national level.

Programme Specific Objectives & Outcomes

After the completion of the programme, a student will be able to:

 

 

 

 

 

Knowledge

PSO1: Develop a clear idea about the subject Psychology, its nature, scope, and aim of learning Psychology.

PSO2: Gather knowledge about General Psychology, theories, and their implication in the field of behavioral science practice.

PSO3: Develop knowledge about the detailed history of Psychology in Indian and international contexts.

PSO3: Develop knowledge about the detailed history of Psychoanalytic, behavioral, and humanistic schools of Psychology.

PSO4: Internalize the basics of psychology, the role of perception, memory, learning, language, emotions, and thinking in behavior functioning in normal and abnormal ways.

PSO5: Develop knowledge about basics of brain, neurology, and its role in cognitive functioning and behavior modification.

PSO6: Develop the concept of guidance and counseling, and various types of psychotherapy.

PSO7: Develop the concept of psychological research, quantitative and qualitative, and statistics, descriptive and inferential, in conducting psychological data analysis and theoretical formulations.

 

 

 

 

 

Skills

PSO1: Develop a clear idea about the subject psychology, the physiological and mental functions in behavior and its changes.

PSO2: Execute the educational implications of different theories of psychology.

PSO3: Construct assessment and diagnostic skills using laboratory experiments for diagnostic, clinical, and non-clinical services.

PSO4: Develop an understanding of Artificial Intelligence and the role of technology in tele-counseling and telepsychological services.

PSO5: Advocate the importance of counseling and psychotherapy in behavior modification and psychological treatment services.

PSO6: Develop the skill of communication skills both vocal, non-verbal, and e-learning-related.

PSO7: Exhibit excellent communication skills, life skills education, peace, and value education.

 

 

 

 

 

Competence

PSO1: Demonstrate competencies required for counseling, psychotherapy, and other behavior modification techniques and treatments.

PSO2: Analyze the detailed history of Psychology in different approaches and schools of philosophy and learn wellness consultation with a positive psychological approach.

PSO3: Systematize the concepts of adjustment, maladjustment, and the various interpretations of psychological tests.

PSO4: Correlate various qualitative and quantitative data for psychological research.

PSO5: Envision a society where people from all walks of life enjoy equal and equitable rights and opportunities.

PSO6: Compute statistical analysis in the field of psychological research.

PSO7: Analyze the contemporary trends in psychology.

 

Admission & Selection Process
Eligibility

Instructions

* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.

* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.

* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.

* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.

Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.

Fee Structure

Course1st Installment (July)2nd Installment (Oct)3rd Installment (Jan)4th Installment (Apr)Total Each Year
B.A. Honours (1st Year)306383063830638306361,22,550
B.A. Honours (2nd Year)252632526325263252611,01,050
B.A. Honours (3rd Year)252632526325263252611,01,050
B.A. Honours (3rd Year – Dual Major)277632776327763277611,11,050
B.A. Honours (4th Year)253632536325363253611,01,450

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for four years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

Curriculum Document

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Psychology Honours/Research is a four-year degree program with the possibility of completing the fourth year with research if a particular student secures a 75% CGPA in the previous exams.

After completion of the programme, a student will be able to:

 

 

Knowledge

PO01: Grasp the theories of basics in behavioral sciences, especially general psychology.

PO02: Acquaint him/herself with the history and development of psychology in major theoretical approaches in the west and in India.

PO03: Relate his/her understanding of guidance and counseling, practice of various psychoanalytic, behavioral, and humanistic theories in counseling and psychotherapies.

PO04: Gain awareness about the various contemporary innovations in psychology.

 

 

 

Skills

PO05: Demonstrate his/her communication skills through paper presentation on subjects as well as various interdisciplinary themes.

PO06: Construct abilities in assessment, diagnostic, and intervention practices in psychology.

PO07: Integrate and apply various behavior analysis methods and practices in individual and group applications of psychological theories.

PO08: Acquaint him/herself with the diverse current evidence-based practices in Psychology, including development in quantitative and qualitative research domains.

 

 

 

Competence

PO09: Explore new ideas and thoughts through the application of theoretical knowledge of psychology in the service of individuals, groups, and society in general.

PO10: Initiate self-sufficiency, sincerity, independent thinking as psychology professionals to practice in clinical and non-clinical settings to provide methods, tools, strategies, and approaches in practicing psychology.

PO11: Enable the students in functioning diversity of psychology within and outside the nation and to promote interest in research and development of multifaced subjects and domains of psychology at pan-national level.

After the completion of the programme, a student will be able to:

 

 

 

 

 

Knowledge

PSO1: Develop a clear idea about the subject Psychology, its nature, scope, and aim of learning Psychology.

PSO2: Gather knowledge about General Psychology, theories, and their implication in the field of behavioral science practice.

PSO3: Develop knowledge about the detailed history of Psychology in Indian and international contexts.

PSO3: Develop knowledge about the detailed history of Psychoanalytic, behavioral, and humanistic schools of Psychology.

PSO4: Internalize the basics of psychology, the role of perception, memory, learning, language, emotions, and thinking in behavior functioning in normal and abnormal ways.

PSO5: Develop knowledge about basics of brain, neurology, and its role in cognitive functioning and behavior modification.

PSO6: Develop the concept of guidance and counseling, and various types of psychotherapy.

PSO7: Develop the concept of psychological research, quantitative and qualitative, and statistics, descriptive and inferential, in conducting psychological data analysis and theoretical formulations.

 

 

 

 

 

Skills

PSO1: Develop a clear idea about the subject psychology, the physiological and mental functions in behavior and its changes.

PSO2: Execute the educational implications of different theories of psychology.

PSO3: Construct assessment and diagnostic skills using laboratory experiments for diagnostic, clinical, and non-clinical services.

PSO4: Develop an understanding of Artificial Intelligence and the role of technology in tele-counseling and telepsychological services.

PSO5: Advocate the importance of counseling and psychotherapy in behavior modification and psychological treatment services.

PSO6: Develop the skill of communication skills both vocal, non-verbal, and e-learning-related.

PSO7: Exhibit excellent communication skills, life skills education, peace, and value education.

 

 

 

 

 

Competence

PSO1: Demonstrate competencies required for counseling, psychotherapy, and other behavior modification techniques and treatments.

PSO2: Analyze the detailed history of Psychology in different approaches and schools of philosophy and learn wellness consultation with a positive psychological approach.

PSO3: Systematize the concepts of adjustment, maladjustment, and the various interpretations of psychological tests.

PSO4: Correlate various qualitative and quantitative data for psychological research.

PSO5: Envision a society where people from all walks of life enjoy equal and equitable rights and opportunities.

PSO6: Compute statistical analysis in the field of psychological research.

PSO7: Analyze the contemporary trends in psychology.

Instructions

* Scanned copies of the class 10, 11/12 marks card should be uploaded while filling up the application.

* If class 12 marks are not available at the time of applying, then marks of any test conducted during class 11 or Pre-board, can be uploaded.

* The office of admissions will verify the scorecards.

* Applications with no scorecards or vague scanned copies will be rejected and termed as Not Eligible.

Kindly make sure your Contact Number & Email is correct and regularly used.

Year
1st Installment (Jul)
2nd Installment (Oct)
3rd Installment (Jan)
4th Installment (Apr)
Total Each Year
1st Year
30638
30638
30638
30636
1,22,550
2nd Year
25263
25263
25263
25261
1,01,050
3rd Year
25263
25263
25263
25261
1,01,050
3rd Year (Dual Major)
27763
27763
27763
27761
1,11,050
4th Year
25363
25363
25363
25361
1,01,450

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for four years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

INTRODUCTION

This department, started in the year 2012, is the pilot department even in the University of North Bengal where the College is affiliated. The department offers both honours and  elective in the subject. The department facilitates peer counselling in the campus. 

To prepare competent psychologists who would excel in knowledge, orientation and practice of psychology, with high ethical standards and social relevance.

To function as professional and socially conscious psychologists whocan achieve excellence in knowledge generation, serve the society by making innovative contribution in the field of mental health and in the process of social change”.

The department of psychology, Salesian college Siliguri campus being the only college to offer psychology honours course in the entire north Bengal region upholds the mission to address and understand various psychological and psychosocial phenomenon pertaining to this region and to produce effective and sensible human resources in the field psychology

Keeping in record with the disciplinary advances the Department (course) would address learning about psychological functioning at individual and social levels in an inclusive manner.

VISION

To build competent psychologists who would excel in knowledge, orientation, and practice of psychology, with high ethical standards and social relevance.

MISSION

To function as professional and socially conscious psychologists who can achieve excellence in knowledge generation, and serve society by making innovative contributions in the field of mental health and in the process of social change.

DR. PRINCE CHERUVALLIL PRANCHU

Associate Professor
Head, Department of Psychology

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
M.Sc Psychology, M.Phil-PSW-NIMHANS, Ph.D-TISS, Mumbai
MSW, MBA, MHRM, MA in Education, M.Sc Environment Sciences.
MA in Human Rights and Duties Education,
PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication

Teaching Experience:
20 years

Industry Experience:
11 years

Areas of Specialization:
Marital Therapy and Family Counselling, Grief  and Trauma Counselling, School Counselling, Organisational Behaviour and Development, Human Resource Management

Papers Presented/Published:
19 papers first author peer reviewed journals, 10 papers co-author, one book-international, chapters published in two books including Springer

Academic Responsibilities:
Head Department of Psychology,
Vice-Chairman Board of Studies UG and PG Psychology,
Member BoS, PG Psychology NB University,
Community Psychology Project Co-ordinator

Email: cpprincepsw@salesiancollege.net

MR. DIPANKER RAI

Lecturer
Programme Co-ordinator

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil (Psychology)

Teaching Experience:
6 years

Areas of Specialization:
Social Psychology, Organisational Behavior, Emotional intelligence

Papers Presented/Published:
3/1

Academic Responsibilities:
Programme Co-ordinator

Email: khaling1991@salesiancollege.net

MS. SAGARIKA ROY

Assistant Professor
Department of Psychology

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
B.A , M.A, Diploma in Counseling, NET, WB-SET, GATE-AIR 47

Teaching Experience:
1 year

Areas of Specialization:
Clinical Psychology, stress management and counseling, Social Psychology, physiological psychology, neuropsychology.

Academic Responsibilities:
editor of college magazine, sparkle (Ssocial Science Deanery)

Email: sagarikaroy343@salesiancollege.net

MS. AGNIMITA MITRA

Assistant Professor
BoS Secretary

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
B.A (Psychology), M.A (Applied Psychology), WBSET

Teaching Experience:
1 year

Areas of Specialization:
Stress Management and Counseling, Developmental Psychology, Health Psychology, Positive Psychology, Psychometrics

Papers Presented/Published:
2/1

Academic Responsibilities:
BoS Secretary

Email: agni.psy2@salesiancollege.net

MS. NIKITA CHETTRI

Lecturer
Department of Psychology

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
B.A, M.A (Clinical Psychology)

Teaching Experience:
3 years

Areas of Specialization:
Psychopathology, Neuropsychology, Cognitive Psychology

Papers Presented/Published:
1/1

Academic Responsibilities:
Lecturer

Email: nikitachettri26@salesiancollege.net

MS. RUBINA CHHETRI

Lecturer
Department of Psychology

Campus: SILIGURI

Qualifications:
B.A, M.A 

Teaching Experience:
4 years

Areas of Specialization:
Clinical Psychology

Papers Presented/Published:
1

Academic Responsibilities:
Lecturer,
Brainbow Animator,
Mentor

Email: chhetrirubina65@salesiancollege.net