MATS School of Arts & Humanities – Psychology
April 10, 2022 2024-03-22 10:13MATS School of Arts & Humanities – Psychology
Department of Psychology, MSAH
The School of Arts and Humanities is a diverse community of academics, students and staff from across all of our related subjects. MATS have reputation for excellence in Arts and Humanities that rests upon our outstanding teaching and our research. The School of Arts & Humanities at MATS is home to a unique interdisciplinary environment designed to provide depth, breadth, and flexibility in arts and humanities and to help one meet the challenges of today’s world.
ur renowned faculty guides the students through their studies with one-on-one advising sessions and small classes, while the school’s curricular combination of theory and experiential practice cultivates the skills and knowledge you’ll need for a remarkable career. MATS School of Arts and Humanities has three departments, department of Psychology, department of English, and department of Hindi, that is running different courses in UG, PG, DIPLOMA along with M.Phil, Ph.D.
History
Established in 2017, the Department of Psychology was one of the founding departments of MATS University. The first orientation program was conducted on 25th July, 2019 with 28 students under the guidance of Dr. Shaista Ansari (HOD). The very first educational tour to the Main campus Aarang visit held on 29th July, 2019 under the supervision of Mr. Bhupendra Sijoria and Dr. Anshu Shrivastav.
Vision
To inspire , energize and motivate students to create a Healthy Physical and Psychological life for themselves and those around them.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Psychology is to engage in psychological research and scholarship of the highest quality and to provide excellent teaching and service, informed and enhanced by our efforts to discover, synthesize, and transmit knowledge.
Courses Offered
- BSc (Honours) Applied Psychology - Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours)
- MSc Psychology - Master of Science in Psychology
- BA (Honours) Applied Psychology - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology (Honours)
- MA Psychology - Master of Arts in Psychology
- PGDGC - Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Guidance and Counseling
- Doctor of Philosophy
Eligibility Criteria
UG Programs: Based on Marks Obtained in 10+2 PI
PG Programs: Based on Marks Obtained in UG
PG Diploma Programs: Based on Marks Obtained in UG
Syllabus
1. BSc (Honours) Applied Psychology
- Course Type : Under-Graduate Program
- Course Duration : 3 Years (6 Semesters)
- Eligibility Criteria : 10+2 (PCM/PCB Background)
- Course Overview : MATS University Raipur offers a three-year undergraduate degree called BSc Honors Applied Psychology. This curriculum prepares students to work in a variety of disciplines, such as human resource educational settings, mental health institutions, entry-level research positions, and humanitarian and community organizations. Undergraduate Applied Psychology promotes explorations on the enormous canvas of knowledge interested in understanding human beings - their nature, behavior, and impacts. The study material focuses on current advancements in psychology theory and practice. As students progress through the various courses, they must handle the dynamic nature and frequent changes in the profession. Applied Psychology at the college level should strive to establish fundamental understanding and provide students with the information they need to pursue further growth and specialisation in the subject.
- Course Objective : On completing this course, students will be able to :
- Develop stress management.
- Major personality, Attitude, IQ etc. among the people.
- Knowledge the counselling process and techniques.
- Knowledge of mental disorder and various interventions
- Develop scientific approach through knowledge of research process
- Develop effective communication skills.
- Developing sensibility towards varied socio-cultural contexts and appreciating diversity.
- Facilitating acquisition of basic skills for building responsible professionals in varied settings.
- Encouraging self-understanding, reflection and personal growth.
2. BA (Honours) Applied Psychology
- Course Type : Under-Graduate Program
- Course Duration : 3 Years (6 Semesters)
- Eligibility Criteria : 10+2 (Any Background)
- Course Overview : The MATS University Raipur is presenting a 3 years undergraduate program, BA Honors Applied Psychology. This program prepares student to pursue career in variety of fields including human resource school setting mental health facilities entry level research position and humanity and community agencies. Applied Psychology at the undergraduate level facilitates explorations on the vast canvas of knowledge interested in understanding human beings – their nature, behavior and influences. The study material concerns itself with relevant developments in theory and practice of Psychology. The dynamic nature and rapid changes in the field need to be addressed as the student moves along the various courses. Applied Psychology at the collegiate level ought to be aimed at developing a basic understanding and equipping the student with knowledge to choose further advancement and specialization in the field.
- Course Objective : On completing this course, students will be able to :
- Develop stress management.
- Major personality, Attitude, IQ etc. among the people.
- Knowledge the counselling process and techniques.
- Knowledge of mental disorder and various interventions
- Develop scientific approach through knowledge of research process
- Develop effective communication skills.
- Developing sensibility towards varied socio-cultural contexts and appreciating diversity.
- Facilitating acquisition of basic skills for building responsible professionals in varied settings.
- Encouraging self-understanding, reflection and personal growth.
- Detailed Course Structure :
3. MSc Psychology
- Course Type : Post-Graduate Program
- Course Duration : 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Eligibility Criteria : Graduation in Psychology
- Course Overview : The MSc Psychology degree at MATS University Raipur is a two-year postgraduate program. Students who complete this degree are prepared to work in a range of professions, including human resources, educational settings, mental health institutions, high-level research positions, and nonprofit organizations. Graduate-level psychology encourages research on a broad field of knowledge interested in understanding people, their nature, behavior, and effects. The study material addresses pertinent advancements in psychological theory and practice. As the student progresses through the numerous courses, the dynamic nature and quick changes in the area need to be handled. College-level psychology instruction should focus on fostering fundamental understanding and arming students with the information they need to decide whether to pursue higher education and specialization in the discipline.
- Course Objective :
- Demonstrate domain expertise in the field of psychology including theoretical foundations of human behavior.
- To create a strong research oriented theoretical foundation in consonance with recent advances in the discipline of psychology.
- To enable students to take a creative, empirical and ethical approach to the program that combines conceptual repertoire and research practices in both quantitative and qualitative traditions.
- To enable students to take a creative, empirical and ethical approach to the program that combines conceptual repertoire and research practices in both quantitative and qualitative traditions.
- Demonstrate professional competencies and practice skills to provide psychological interventions.
4. MA Psychology
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- Course Type : Post-Graduate Program
- Course Duration : 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Eligibility Criteria : Graduation in Any Discipline
- Course Overview : The MA Psychology degree at MATS University Raipur is a two-year postgraduate program. Students who complete this degree are prepared to work in a range of professions, including human resources, educational settings, mental health institutions, high-level research positions, and nonprofit organizations. Graduate-level psychology encourages research on a broad field of knowledge interested in understanding people, their nature, behavior, and effects. The study material addresses pertinent advancements in psychological theory and practice. As the student progresses through the numerous courses, the dynamic nature and quick changes in the area need to be handled. College-level psychology instruction should focus on fostering fundamental understanding and arming students with the information they need to decide whether to pursue higher education and specialization in the discipline.
- Course Objective :
- Demonstrate domain expertise in the field of psychology including theoretical foundations of human behavior.
- To create a strong research oriented theoretical foundation in consonance with recent advances in the discipline of psychology.
- To enable students to take a creative, empirical and ethical approach to the program that combines conceptual repertoire and research practices in both quantitative and qualitative traditions.
- To enable students to take a creative, empirical and ethical approach to the program that combines conceptual repertoire and research practices in both quantitative and qualitative traditions.
- Demonstrate professional competencies and practice skills to provide psychological interventions.
- Detailed Course Structure :
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5. PGDGC
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- Course Type : Post-Graduate Diploma Program
- Course Duration : 1 Year (2 Semesters)
- Eligibility Criteria : Graduation in Any Discipline
- Course Objective : On completing this course, students will be able to :
- Develop an understanding of the concepts of guidance and counseling.
- Acquire the skills necessary for counseling.
- Able to resolve social and personal issues.
- Ability to diagnose basic psychological disorders.
- Develop the knowledge about different fields of Guidance & Counseling.
- Create awareness about working of guidance organizations.
- Know about the basic needs of guidance services.
- Know about different areas of counseling.
- Know about the necessity of Career Guidance & Counseling
- Take up positions of Director of Guidance Bureau, School Counselor, Career Master, Rehabilitation Officer, Marriage Counselor and such other positions in private and public settings. It is also meant for those persons who intend to start their own guidance and counseling centers or consultancy services. The main purpose of this job-oriented course is to enable the student to understand the psychodynamics involved in the problems of human adjustment and their effective management.
- Detailed Course Structure :
Dr Shaista Ansari
Associate professor,HOD
Department of Psychology
MATS School of Arts and Humanities
Dr Anshu Shrivastava
Assistant professor
Department of Psychology MATS School of Arts and Humanities
Mr Ashfaq Hussain
Assistant professor
Department of Psychology MATS School of Arts and Humanities
Zainab Fatima
Assistant professor
Department of Psychology MATS School of Arts and Humanities
Pratyasha Bhoi
Assistant Professor
Department of Psychology
MATS School of Arts and Humanities
Manisha Banjare
Assistant Professor
Department of Psychology
MATS School of Arts and Humanities
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Faculty Testimonials
"As the Head of the Department, I assure you that we maintain high academic standards. With our distinct student oriented teaching-learning methodology, our students become able to face challenges of life. With our holistic approach in teaching and learning we encourage students to indulge in extracurricular activities to shape them as the leaders of tomorrow. All these efforts are made ambitiously to develop the overall personality of the students so as to equip them with modern and sensitive outlook to face the challenges of the competitive world."
Dr. Shaista Ansari
Head of the Department,
"As a teacher, we give students theoretical knowledge of the interpretation of human behavior, and are taught to apply this knowledge practically, create an appropriate educational environment for the students so that the cognitive development in the students is enhanced. can be promoted, and their decision making can be improved. We encourage students to participate in extra-curricular activities for their overall development."
Dr. Anshu Shrivastav
Assistant professor
"Alongside working as a Clinical Psychologist for the past decade, I have served as an Associate Professor at MATS University for the better part of it. In this amazing journey of teaching more than 3000 classes, it was my distinct pleasure to instruct the psychology students. My goal has always been to give high-quality education in order to improve our nation and add value to the society through the exquisite studies of Research Methodology and Psychopathology. I have immense gratitude towards the Department of Applied Psychology, my colleagues and my beloved students, as they have always been supportive and helpful in achieving my goals."
Dr. Asfaq Hussain
Assistant Professor
"I personally feel that psychology is a matter not only of cognitive development but also of share social practices and social development. Its a learning process on the basis of practical knowledge and skill. As a teacher i feel the personal practice in the field is more effective and important for every students specially who completed the graduation and post graduation. The environment of our department is very helpful for students and it make better potential and abilities of our students."
Ms. Chitra Pandey
Assistant Professor
"As a faculty member, I see that our psychology department and students are learning to be calm, helpful, and enthusiastic. When I begin the lesson, I try to be precise and offer examples and concentrate on observable behavior in specific aspects of the course."
Ms. Sharda Mahapatra
Assistant ProfessorAlumni Testimonials
"The overall experience of doing my bachelors from MATS university was great, The staff member were really helpful be it academic or administrative work. The faculty member and our Hod ma’am were full of energy and ready to take challenges during our curriculum. As the Moto says Ready for Life, the university has prepared and motivated us for being a skilled professional."
Rishita Menghani
"I completed my graduation in psychology from MATS . It was a great experience studying here, got chance to meet amazing people, great faculty and good environment to study. I realized how interesting the field of psychology is."
Dolly Jaisingh
"The curriculum along with the university was sublime, we had opportunities to tap into the real world of psychology. We were provided with camps and visits to mentally weak children and during the pandemic being a part of counselling sessions was a great acquaintance. These three years will forever be one of the most precious moments of my life."
Aprajita Raj Bhakuni
"The psychology department of MATS University is probably the best thing that has happened to me. The environment that is created for growth and learning is something that has continued to inspire me. It's very rare to find professors like the ones at mats who check up on me even today and are there if I need them at any point. The teachers are the best kind I have had in my academic journey and there is possibly nothing that is required to be done in order to improve! They are amazing at what they do. This department made one feel capable, loved and cared for. Academically all the teachers ensured the availability of quality resources, delivered structured lectures and tried to make it as interactive and involving as possible. Psychology Department has been my safe space for the three years of college. While the department became home, the members became a family and I am grateful that I became a part of it. The psychology department of MATS University is the best. They not only teach psychology but also model us to imbibe it in our daily lives. I hope the department will continue to nurture each student in the coming years the very same way our batch in the past years have been taken care of."
Diti Patel
"As a faculty member, I see that our psychology department and students are learning to be calm, helpful, and enthusiastic. When I begin the lesson, I try to be precise and offer examples and concentrate on observable behavior in specific aspects of the course."
Ms. Sharda Mahapatra
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Alumni
Faiq Malik
BA (Hons)Applied Psychology
My experience with MATS and the Psychology Department has been very good, the teachers were beyond helpful and like a family, and the opportunities provided too were very beneficial.
Vagisha
BA (Hons)Applied Psychology
MATS has been the first stepping stone in my career in Psychology. It has been an incredible journey, living a very different experience altogether. Guidance and mentorship given by teachers are a treasure for life. The atmosphere here is welcoming and supportive, I will cherish this for a lifetime.
Naina Yadav
BA (Hons)Applied Psychology
I completed my graduation in Psychology from MATS. It was a great experience studying here, got a chance to meet amazing people, great faculty, and a good environment to study. I realized how interesting the field of psychology is.
