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Master of Arts in Psychology at Assam down town University is a two-year program that focuses on translating psychological principles into practical solutions for real-world challenges. Students explore cognitive, developmental, organizational, health, community, clinical, research, and statistical aspects of psychology, gaining theoretical and practical skills. Emphasizing ethical standards and cultural sensitivity, the program prepares graduates for impactful roles in organizations and practical settings. It also serves as a foundation for those interested in further psychological research and practice studies.
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Personality psychology is a field focused on understanding the thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and social attitudes that create an individual's personality. This branch of psychology studies patterns of behavior that persist over time and how these traits distinguish individuals from one another.
Indian psychology aims to circumscribe what passes off as the discipline of psychology into a culturally located form: its primarily Western origin and environment. Foregrounding the need for situated knowledge, the course questions the relevance of psychology emanating primarily from West/Europe to Non-western and Non-European cultures, experiences, and psyches and attempts to look for resources for culturally sensitive psychology.
his course is designed to investigate the most recent findings in the area of physiological psychology. Topics of study will concern basic information about the nervous system, sensory systems, physiological bases of behaviours and the development of learning and memory.
An internship for MA students provides advanced hands-on experience within their field of study, allowing them to integrate theory with professional practice. It focuses on developing specialized skills, enhancing research abilities, and fostering critical thinking essential for high-level roles. MA internships often include mentorship and networking opportunities
Co-curricular activities will equip the students to enhance and engage with various sections of the society and formulate agendas of social and cultural events, seminars, workshops, awareness programs etc. It will also allow them to participate in community matters.
Personality psychology is a field dedicated to studying individual differences in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It examines how personality forms and evolves, emphasizing unique characteristics that shape personal identity. Core theories include biological, psychodynamic, behavioral, humanistic, and trait approaches, each offering different insights into personality development and expression. Researchers in this field explore how personality influences interactions with others, decision-making, and coping mechanisms in various environments. Through these perspectives, personality psychology aims to understand and predict individual behavior and to uncover patterns that explain personal uniqueness
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This course explores the principles of social psychology, examining how individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts. Topics include social influence, attitude formation, prosocial behavior, interpersonal relationships, and group dynamics. Students will also apply social psychology to real-world issues like leadership, diversity, and environmental challenges.
This course provides foundational knowledge and skills in psychopathology, ethical principles, and psychological evaluation. Students will gain proficiency in assessing, diagnosing, and intervening in a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, mood, substance use, schizophrenia spectrum, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based and tailored intervention strategies.
This course provides an introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology, exploring its meaning, scope, and applications in organizational settings. Students will learn about personnel selection, training, job performance evaluation, work motivation, leadership, and organizational culture. Emphasis is placed on applying psychological principles to enhance employee performance, satisfaction, and innovation while managing organizational change.
This course offers foundational knowledge of research methods and methodology, equipping students with skills in data analysis and report/dissertation procedures. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing theoretical research knowledge for practical, day-to-day applications.
This course emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical skills for working as a psychologist in multidisciplinary settings. Students will develop expertise in case history taking, mental status examination, and applying intervention techniques. The internship fosters continuous self-assessment and professional growth through hands-on experiences in real-world scenarios.
This course equips educators with the skills to design and deliver effective teaching sessions, applying adult learning principles and diverse educational methodologies. It emphasizes critical reflection on teaching practices, peer feedback, and collaborative learning to foster continuous improvement and teamwork. Participants will also develop strategies to assess learning outcomes and enhance communication and interpersonal skills in diverse classroom settings.
CST- Common scholarship test is a national and international level online MCQ based examination funded for intellectual empowerment by Assam down town University.
CST- Maximum enrolment each year is 120 seats and any 10+2 students can apply. Adtu is northeast India’s first placement driven university to provide 100% scholarship benefits worth 10 cr.
CST aims to inspire brilliant and competent students to pursue further education. Accredited with a prestigious grade by NAAC, UGC and AICTE.
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| National & International Level | 100% Scholarship on all semester |
| State Level | 50% Scholarship on all semester |
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The Start-Up & Incubation Centre at Assam down town University provides a supportive environment for young entrepreneurs to develop and grow their business ideas. The center provides mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities to help innovative ideas become successful businesses.
SFURTI scheme to support rural entrepreneurs and innovators, an initiative by the Ministry of MSME
TIDE 2.0 scheme for ICT-based startups which provides a grant of Rs. 4L and Rs. 7L under EiR and Grant categories respectively, an initiative by the Ministry of MeitY.
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