Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
Solid theoretical foundations across core domains of psychology.
The Master of Science in Psychology at Montfort College is a UGC-recognised postgraduate course under Bengaluru North University (BNU). The two-year programme is a comprehensive, application-driven postgraduate program designed to shape competent, ethical, and socially responsible mental health professionals.
The program is designed to cultivate reflective practitioners, competent researchers, and ethically grounded psychology professionals prepared to meet both national and international standards.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related discipline from a recognised university, meeting the eligibility criteria prescribed by Bengaluru North University (BNU).
Admissions are conducted in accordance with university regulations and institutional guidelines.
The purpose of the Master’s in Counselling Psychology program is to prepare graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for working in and contributing to the world of work.
Specifically, the program aims to:
Develop a nuanced understanding of the practice of counselling.
Build necessary skills to work as a mental health professional.
Build research skills such as reviewing literature, collecting and analysing data, interpreting and reporting the findings.
Equip trainees to apply the knowledge and skills of counselling in professional settings.
Develop academic curiosity and a love for learning.
Equip trainees with necessary life skills, 21st century skills, and global competencies.
Develop vital character qualities and socio-cultural awareness for professional practice.
Develop employability skills to bridge the gap between academics and industry.
Create individuals who are globally aware, locally relevant, and socially responsible professionals.
Create individuals who work ethically and responsibly towards the progress and betterment of humanity.
By the end of the 2-year program, students will be able to:
Describe and explain various psychological concepts, principles, processes, and phenomena.
Apply knowledge and skills gained appropriately in various contexts, across multiple settings and disciplines using appropriate psychological tools and techniques.
Conduct research by applying suitable research methods and techniques; use appropriate tools and technologies to gather, organize, analyse, discuss, evaluate, and disseminate psychological information and data.
Manifest skills such as self-awareness, self-direction, emotion regulation, and stress management.
Work in teams, communicate effectively, network, show respect and empathy.
Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills and the ability to solve problems, make decisions, plan, organize information, and network with professionals.
Exhibit leadership, initiative, persistence, innovation, collaboration, and adaptability.
Demonstrate sensitivity and acceptance towards people from diverse populations, maintaining an open attitude and behaving responsibly.
Provide professional services for social transformation.
Carry out all professional tasks ethically.
| Course Code | Course Title | Type | Hours/Week | Exam Duration | IA | Exam | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSCP101 | FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY I | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP102 | PSYCHOPATHOLOGY | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP103 | HUMAN LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP104 | BEHAVIOURAL RESEARCH I | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP105 | ASSESSMENTS AND FIELD WORK | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP106 | COUNSELLING SKILLS | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP107 | INDIAN PSYCHOLOGY | Soft Core | 2 | 2 | 15 | 35 | 50 | 2 |
| Total Credits | 26 | |||||||
| Course Code | Course Title | Type | Hours/Week | Exam Duration | IA | Exam | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSCP201 | FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY II | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP202 | AREAS OF COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP203 | GROUP COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP204 | BEHAVIOURAL RESEARCH II | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP205 | COUNSELLING TECHNIQUES | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP206 | GROUP COUNSELLING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP207 | MULTICULTURAL COUNSELLING | Soft Core | 2 | 2 | 15 | 35 | 50 | 2 |
| Total Credits | 26 | |||||||
| Course Code | Course Title | Type | Hours/Week | Exam Duration | IA | Exam | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSCP301 | SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP302 | EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP303 | ORGANISATIONAL COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP304 | COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN BEHAVIOURAL RESEARCH | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP305 | SUPERVISED PRACTICUM | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| OE306 | PSYCHOLOGY FOR EVERYDAY LIVING | Elective | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| Total Credits | 24 | |||||||
| Course Code | Course Title | Type | Hours/Week | Exam Duration | IA | Exam | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSCP401 | REHABILITATION COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP402 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP403 | COUPLE AND FAMILY THERAPY | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCP404 | HEALTH AND WELLNESS COUNSELLING | Theory | 4 | 3 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP405 | INTERNSHIP | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| MSCPP406 | RESEARCH PROJECT | Practical | 8 | 6 | 30 | 70 | 100 | 4 |
| Total Credits | 24 | |||||||
The programme provides strong theoretical grounding in counselling and psychotherapy, human development, psychopathology, and Indian psychology, enabling students to understand psychological functioning across the lifespan and diverse cultural contexts.
Students receive intensive hands-on training in counselling micro-skills, assessment methods, interviewing, empathy, case formulation, and intervention planning, ensuring competence in delivering effective psychological support across varied client populations.
Structured field exposure through supervised practicum and internship enables learners to apply counselling techniques in real-world settings, conduct case work, maintain verbatim records, and develop professional responsibility under expert supervision.
The curriculum covers diverse counselling domains including child and adolescent counselling, geriatric and palliative care, addiction counselling, trauma and grief work, educational, organisational, family, rehabilitation, and health counselling—preparing graduates for varied mental health and community settings.
Strong emphasis is placed on research methodology, literature review, ethical research conduct, scientific writing, and dissertation work, equipping students for academic research, publications, and higher doctoral studies.
The programme nurtures self-awareness, interpersonal effectiveness, multicultural sensitivity, ethical practice, and social responsibility—essential qualities for competent and compassionate counselling professionals in contemporary society.
Teaching-learning methods include case analysis, group discussions, role plays, seminars, collaborative learning, and skill-building activities, ensuring experiential understanding and practical readiness for professional counselling roles.
The program integrates Indian Psychology, Positive Psychology, Entrepreneurship in Behavioural Sciences, Multicultural Sensitivity, and Ethical Professional Practice, nurturing socially responsible and reflective professionals.
These engagements foster professional exposure, critical thinking, and applied competence.
Graduates of the M.Sc. Counselling Psychology programme can pursue careers in:
| CATEGORY | KARNATAKA | NON-KARNATAKA | NRI / OCI / SAARC | FOREIGN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (One-Time, Non-refundable) | 10,000 | 10,000 | 15,000 | 15,000 |
| I Year | 1,15,000 | 1,36,000 | $2,300 | $2,400 |
| II Year | 1,21,000 | 1,41,000 | $2,300 | $2,400 |
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The fees indicated above pertain only to college fees. Additional charges towards admission approval and examination, as prescribed by Bengaluru North University (BNU), shall be paid separately by students upon notification.
To claim the Karnataka category fee, the candidates should have studied the last 7 years in Karnataka. [Not applicable for OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), PIO (Person of Indian Origin), and Foreign Nationals].
NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates whose father / mother is working / residing abroad or have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.
The programme is a full-time, two-year postgraduate degree organised across four semesters under the CBCS framework of Bengaluru North University.
Yes. The M.Sc. Counselling Psychology programme is UGC-recognised and offered under the affiliation of Bengaluru North University (BNU).
The programme emphasises theoretical foundations of counselling and psychotherapy, counselling skills development, multicultural competence, research literacy, and ethical professional practice to prepare students for diverse mental health and guidance settings.
Yes. The curriculum integrates counselling skills training, psychological assessments, case history taking, behavioural observation, supervised practicum, and field exposure across varied counselling contexts.
Yes. Supervised practicum in the third semester and internship in the fourth semester are mandatory components that provide hands-on counselling experience and professional skill development.
Yes. Students complete an independent research project (dissertation) under faculty supervision, followed by submission and viva voce examination in the final semester.
The M.Sc. Counselling Psychology programme builds strong academic, applied, and professional foundations in counselling practice. However, RCI licensure requires additional qualifications recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India as per prevailing regulations.
Graduates can work in schools, colleges, hospitals, counselling centres, rehabilitation settings, NGOs, corporate wellness programmes, and community mental health services, or pursue PhD, research careers, and competitive examinations such as UGC-NET.
Students are introduced to psychoanalytic, behavioural, cognitive, humanistic, existential, integrative, trauma-informed, family, group, and community-based counselling approaches, along with emerging practices such as mindfulness-based and technology-assisted counselling.
Yes. The programme provides strong training in research methodology, literature review, scientific writing, ethical research conduct, and data analysis, preparing students for academic, professional, and doctoral-level work.