• It is a 4-year Honours program with 3 subject specialisations.
• First 3 years focuses on core papers
• Practical exposure through experiential learning modules, internships, and research projects.
• Self-development focus through “Reflection” sessions and hospital working hours.
• Specialisations in Clinical Psychology, Industrial and Organisational Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology.

The Unique Selling Proposition in Psychology

Eminent Faculty with Diverse Industry, Research, and Teaching Expertise
The psychology faculty combines academic expertise with real-world experience, using hybrid and experiential teaching methods to meet evolving industry and societal needs.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure & Smart Learning Environment

The campus simulates professional psychology settings, with labs and digital tools that prepare students for a smooth transition from classroom to career.

Experiential Learning: Beyond the Classroom

Emphasize hands-on learning through certifications, research projects, case simulations, workshops, and events like the Learning Mela, preparing students to navigate real-world psychology with strong skills in counselling, assessment, and ethical practice.

Active Student Forums & Peer-Led Activities

Psychology students engage in student-led forums like Mental Health Awareness groups, PsychTech, and Counselling Collectives, building leadership, teamwork, and specialized skills through events and peer learning.

Industry-Relevant Skill Development Workshops

We offer specialized workshops in tools and techniques relevant to modern psychology careers, such as:

• Statistical Tools & Programming for Behavioural Data
• Biological Psychology – Brain and Behaviour
• Therapeutic & Psychometric Skills
• AI & Machine Learning in Psychology
• Personal Branding & User Experience
• Soft Skills, Business Communication & Professional Ethics

• The course is spread into both theory as well as practical papers.
• In addition to the theory and practical papers, students will have one language papers: the first language being communicative English.
• Fieldwork and extension activities are compulsory every semester. Students are encouraged to participate in these activities, as they help them apply the theoretical knowledge they learn to real-world situations.
• Educational trips are organized periodically. Students are taken to various places such as rehabilitation centers, media centers, and outreach programs, providing a platform for studying outside the classroom.
• Supervised Assignments/Projects are mandatory every semester.
• Personal mentoring programs are held regularly, providing a platform for students to share their concerns regarding academics or other personal issues.

The course provides foundations for specializations in:

• Psychotherapy
• Forensic psychology
• Industrial and organisational behaviour
• Neuropsychology

Subject to Subscriptions of the students

The evolving curriculum blends core psychological theory with contemporary trends, emphasizing experiential learning through internships, research, and case-based methods. Certifications, labs, and workshops equip students with practical skills in counselling, assessment, and intervention—preparing them to lead in clinical, research, and organizational settings.

Case Studies involve in-depth investigations of individual, group, or event-based phenomena to gain detailed insights into complex psychological processes.

Case Report Writing provides students with report writing skills and real world cases on various fields of psychology.

Research Papers, a hallmark  of the program gives significant attention to research, encouraging students to author impactful research papers, blending academic rigour with industry relevance

Curriculum Design
The Psychology program at PES University integrates foundational disciplines—cognitive, developmental, and clinical psychology—with cutting-edge fields like neuropsychology and health psychology. Designed to balance academic rigor with hands-on training, it prepares students for impactful careers across clinical, research, corporate, and community domains.

Assessments
The Institute of Psychology at PES University uses continuous assessment, including internal tests, research projects, and case analyses. This multi-faceted evaluation strategy deepen students’ understanding and practical application of psychological concepts.

Exposure
The psychology program offers an immersive learning experience through diverse exposure opportunities, including

• Mind Talks a guest talk series, helps students apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, enhancing their skills, confidence, and professional readiness.
• Gratitude Day is a special initiative in the psychology program dedicated to recognizing the importance of appreciation and positive psychology.
• Mental Health Week is aimed at promoting mental well-being, raising awareness, and reducing stigma around mental health issues.
• Recharge Day, a day to recharge the mind, which aims to promote self-care, mindfulness, and emotional well-being among students through engaging and interactive activities.
• Internships provide real-time experience in interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds. The training emphasizes building rapport, understanding patient needs, and adapting to the dynamic environment of healthcare facilities.
• Certification in Psychology typically provides students with specialized knowledge and skills in a particular area of psychology. (Eg. Pranic Healing, hypnosis, Reiki, Art Therapy, Dance and Movement Therapy Shadow Teacher Training).
• Workshops are usually interactive sessions combining lectures, discussions, case studies, role-plays, and hands-on activities to enhance learning.
• Counselling and Guidance Faculty members provide one-on-one guidance to help students navigate academic challenges and career decisions. The mentorship focuses on fostering confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset.
• Hands-On Training practical experience is emphasis across psychology subfields with practical sessions in the well-equipped labs with psychometric testing facilities as well as train students to conduct workshops for community schools.
• Hospital Training helps students gain real-time experience working in hospital environments, learning to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds, building rapport, and adapting to clinical settings — a feature rare among undergraduate psychology programmes.
• Employability Skills is cultivated with the help of distinctive “Reflections” program which are designed to enhance the skills and competencies that clinicians and industry professionals value most. It emphasizes self-reflection, self-awareness, and an in-depth understanding of human behaviour.