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About the University

Pondicherry University, established in 1985 as a Central University, is dedicated to advancing knowledge through high-quality instruction and research, with special emphasis on French studies and integrated Science and Humanities courses. Ranked 48th among universities and 72nd overall in India (NIRF 2019), the university comprises 15 Schools, 39 Departments, 11 Centres, and one Chair, offering over 141 postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and research programmes.

Admissions are through an CUET, attracting over 35,000 applications annually, with more than 6,400 students enrolled (40% women), alongside 49,000 students in 95 affiliated colleges. The faculty strength exceeds 357, and many departments benefit from prestigious grants like UGC-SAP, DST-FIST, DBT-BINC, and DST-PURSE II. The vibrant campus hosts conferences, cultural events, and maintains 48 MoUs (25 international, 23 national). Its well-stocked library houses over 4.67 lakh books and nearly 2.5 lakh e-resources, reinforcing Pondicherry University’s reputation for academic excellence nationwide.

Vision: To promote a scientific and practical understanding of psychology with a focus on Indian cultural contexts, proactively serving those in need to benefit society and the nation.

Mission: To become a globally recognized center for teaching and research rooted in indigenous cultural values, strengthening psychology as an academic discipline for all stakeholders.

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Department of Applied Psychology

The Department of Applied Psychology was established in October 2007 to address contemporary societal needs through a two-year postgraduate course that blends theoretical and practical training for professional service. Initially starting with 20 students, it now offers specializations in Clinical Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Counseling Psychology.

The department introduced a one-year PG Diploma in Industrial Psychology in 2009 and a PhD programme in 2010. With a mission to empower students as confident mental health professionals and a vision of becoming a globally recognized hub for culturally grounded psychological teaching and research, the department features three ICT-enabled classrooms, a seminar room, and two well-equipped labs with psychological tests and clinical equipment like Multi Behavior Therapy and EEG Biofeedback systems. In just over a decade, it has hosted six major conferences (three national, three international), completed eight research projects, and seen its alumni employed in prestigious institutions across India and abroad.

Academic Programs Offered by the Department

Programmes Offered in the Department

M.Sc in Applied Psychology

PhD in Applied Psychology

M.Sc. Applied Psychology

The M.Sc. Applied Psychology program is structured to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills across four semesters. The first year features common core papers that build a strong foundation in general psychology, preparing students for both academic understanding and hands-on application. After the first-year internship, students choose one of three specializations like Clinical, Industrial/Organizational, or Counseling Psychology for the third and fourth semesters. These advanced courses combine in-depth theoretical learning with practical fieldwork through internships and dissertation projects. Designed with a focus on India’s cultural context and value system, the program aims to develop students’ competencies to apply psychological knowledge ethically and effectively in real-world settings.

Link – Department of Applied Psychology – Pondicherry University

Aims & Objectives :

• Train students to apply psychological principles in real-world settings.
• Develop culturally relevant approaches tailored to Indian society.
• Equip graduates to assess personality, intelligence, and other psychological traits.
• Apply psychology in organizational, clinical, and counseling contexts.
• Address the needs of both psychologically normal and abnormal individuals.
• Emphasize understanding of cognition, social backgrounds, theories, and research skills.
• Provide training in rehabilitation, developmental, and counseling psychology.
• Help students gain clarity about their strengths to choose suitable career paths.
• Serve university students, staff, and local communities with psychological support.
• Engage in seminars, conferences, workshops, and academic activities to continually update knowledge and skills.

CUET PG 2025 CUT-OFF 

Category	1st List
GEN	275
OBC-NCL	263
ST	237
SC	245
EWS	224
PH	213

FOR PONDICHERRY STUDENTS

Category	1st list
GEN	119
OBC-NCL	154
SC	154

Merit list (2025-26) link – (Based on CUTE-PG 2025 Scores) – https://admissions.pondiuni.edu.in/admissions/meritlist.php

Course Details –

Type	Full-time programme
Duration	2 years (Four semesters)
Eligibility	B.A./B.Sc. (three-year course) in Psychology with at least 55% marks- Bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate in any discipline with Psychology as one of the subjects for all three years. Admission based on CUET-PG Scores
Course Structure	The course consists of four semesters over two years, integrating theoretical foundations and practical training to prepare students for professional application in psychology.

Course Structure –

Semester	Code	Title	Credits	Marks
I SEMESTER	APSY 411	Cognitive Psychology	3	100
	APSY 412	Advanced Social Psychology	3	100
	APSY 413	Theories of Personality	3	100
	APSY 414	Research Methodology	3	100
	APSY 415	Practicum – Experimental Psychology	3	100
Total			15	500
II SEMESTER	APSY 421	Biological Psychology	3	100
	APSY 422	Positive Psychology	3	100
	APSY 423	Health Psychology	3	100
	APSY 424	Statistics in Psychology	3	100
	APSY 425	Practicum – Psychological Testing	3	100
Total			15	500
III SEMESTER	APSY 510	Summer Internship I – General	3	100
A. Clinical Psychology Specialisation	APSY 511	Psychopathology	3	100
	APSY 512	Psychological Therapies	3	100
	APSY 513	Community Psychology	3	100
	APSY 514	Neuropsychology	3	100
	APSY 515	Practicum – Clinical Psychology	3	100
Total			18	600
B. Human Resource Development Psychology Specialisation	APSY 511	Psychopathology	3	100
	APSY 521	Organisational Behaviour	3	100
	APSY 522	Human Resource Management	3	100
	APSY 523	Training and Development in Organisations	3	100
	APSY 524	Practicum – HRD Psychology	3	100
Total			18	600
C. Counselling Psychology Specialisation	APSY 511	Psychopathology	3	100
	APSY 531	Theories and Approaches to Counselling	3	100
	APSY 532	Counselling Skills	3	100
	APSY 533	Career Guidance and Counselling	3	100
	APSY 534	Practicum – Counselling Psychology	3	100
Total			18	600
IV SEMESTER	APSY 541	Internship	4	100
	APSY 542	Dissertation and Viva-Voce	8	100
Total			12	200
SOFT CORE COURSES OFFERED	APSY 551	Environmental Psychology	3	100
	APSY 552	Psychology of Interpersonal Relationship	3	100
	APSY 553	Psychology for Effective Living	3	100
	APSY 554	Para Psychology	3	100
	APSY 555	School Psychology in Indian Context	3	100
	APSY 556	Psychology for Social Problems	3	100
	APSY 557	Industrial Relations and Labour Welfare	3	100
HARD CORE PAPERS OFFERED	Semester	Total number of papers	Total Credits	Total Marks
	First Semester	5	15	500
	Second Semester	5	15	500
	Summer Internship I	1	3	100
	Third Semester	5	15	500
	Fourth Semester	Internship II	4	100
		Dissertation and Viva-Voce	8	100
TOTAL			60	1800

Ph.D. Applied Psychology

Eligibility for Ph.D

Master’s degree in Psychology/Applied Psychology with a minimum of 55% marks.

Link – https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/programs/ph-d-full-time-part-time-2/