IGNOU is a great option for pursuing BA in Psychology. The course curriculum is well-designed. It covers almost every aspect of Psychology. IGNOU study materials are excellent. The coursework includes practical sessions that you need to attend with your batch mates. Assignments and examinations aren’t easy. You need to prepare well to score decent grades. During the final year, students are required to do an internship.
This course provides the knowledge and skillsets required to change into senior posts in the field.
According to some of the reviews I gathered online, The cutoff score for a BA in a Psychology course at Fergusson College is usually above 92% in class 12th board examination for grant in aid division and it is above an aggregate score of 85% for non-grant division.
For students who are not domiciled in Maharashtra, the cutoff score for getting admission to BA in Psychology is above 95%.
The students are required to opt for special subjects in S.Y.B.A. for which the admissions are granted based on the F.Y.B.A. scores of the candidates in the subject of Psychology. Here is a video pertaining to the pros and cons of doing BA from Fergusson Colloge
The level of difficulty of a program depends on your passion mostly. If you are passionate about learning then an MA in psychology from IGNOU is not that difficult. You can even work while pursuing a Masters.
Firstly attend all classes and complete all practicals. You will be guided by facilitators throughout. This will help you at the time of examinations. Also, the study material provided by IGNOU is very easy so I don’t think overall it will be a difficult ride.
Fergusson College Pune will be a better option for pursuing BA in Psychology. The institute has an excellent faculty pool. The professors and the teaching staffs are co-operative. You can ask for their help regarding any academic issues. Psychology is among the most sought-after branches in the college. Fergusson also ranks higher than Xaviers.
Ambedkar University, Delhi is a new university and it comes under the jurisdiction of the Delhi government. It is mostly known for its Humanities courses like Sociology, Phycology, Economics, etc. It has better faculties compared to DU. Almost all faculty members hold Ph.D. degrees. As it is a small institute, the quality of education offered is quite good. They also offer many subject choices for these courses. However, the placement scenario of the institute is not that good.
Among the two institutes mentioned, St.Xavier College, Mumbai is better for a BA in psychology.
The table below will give you a brief overview of the two colleges.
Parameters |
Jai Hind |
St.Xavier College |
Fee structure |
INR 16,200 (for 3 years) |
Rs 17,625 (for 3 years) |
Placement rate (2020) |
- |
>90% |
Average salary package (2020) |
3 LPA |
6.5 LPA |
Comparison:
Both the institutes provide good learning opportunities, but the difference is St. Xavier is autonomous and hence better.
From the academic point of view, St. Xaviers College is better than Jai Hind College Mumbai.
Ashoka University offers a good Psychology program. To get admission students are required to take an aptitude test which is followed by a personal interview and/or group discussions.
The total course fee is approximately 21.35 Lakhs for three years.
The major in Psychology focuses on the development of expressive and analytical skills that are the basis of critical thinking, investigation and communication in the field. The department offers a range of courses structured around three tiers: Fundamental courses, Core Domain courses, and Electives. The course is spread over 6 semesters.
The companies that hire students offer an average package of 6-7 LPA. Top recruiting companies include Brain and Company, Mckinsey, Boston Consulting Group, Dalberg, Samagra, MuSigma, Earnst and Young, IIFL, Genpact, Team Computers, Katalysers, InfoEdge, etc.
The psychology program at Ashoka is a good program but nevertheless, it is quite competitive. If you want to get a better idea of how the course is structured and how the classes are conducted, attend the demo classes during campus visits which will help you to assess it for yourself.
One of my friends studied Psychology at Aryabhatta College. According to her, it is really great as it offers immense exposure and opportunities.
Therefore, you can consider this college as a good option not just for psychology but for other courses as well. It might be a little less recognized among other DUs but it will surely provide you with the proper exposure.
Ambedkar University Delhi is great for pursuing a BA in Psychology. This university is well-known for its Humanities subjects such as Psychology, Sociology, etc because of its faculty base and innovative teaching methodologies. You will get to learn through practical exposure, fieldwork, experiments, etc. The coursework doesn’t get boring as students get to learn through movie screenings, presentations, projects, etc.
Some of my friends attended Marwari College and according to their experience, it is average at best. Classes remain suspended most of the time. The infrastructure is not that good. The management is not proper. The faculty base is not that great, you will have to study on your own. If you have other better options go for it.