Scope of Psychology in Pakistan In this article, We will explain about Career after Psychology degree in Pakistan. First, we will discuss wh...
Scope of Psychology in Pakistan
In this article, We will explain about Career after Psychology degree in Pakistan. First, we will discuss what is psychology means.What is Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and Its functions, Especially those related to human behaviors, Mental characteristics, or Human Personality. Psychologists directly serve humanity and help People with Anxiety or Mental Disorders. It also aids how in dealing or cope with Depression.
Psychology is a vast field and has multiple further branches some of which are provided below.
- Clinical psychology
- Cognitive psychology
- Child & adolescent psychology
Is Psychologies a Doctor?
The answer is No and Psychiatric and Psychology both are different. Psychiatrists are MBBS Doctors and Try to Solves Mental Issues with Medications. On the Other Hand, Psychologists tries to solve Mental Issues with discussions.
Mental Health is one of the important issues in modern days. Due to the increase in mental work, the demand and scope of mental health experts are increasing day by day.
Course Duration
Usually, BS in Psychology comprises 4 four years of study which consist of 8 Semesters. Each Semester is six months long.
Closing Merits
Closing Merits of Psychology in Public sector universities and colleges are increasing rapidly. Normally the Merit closes high up to 80-90%. On the Other Hand admissions in Private Sector Institutes are easier and losing MErits of Psychology is above 50 %.
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Courses in Psychology
Psychologists study the Social, Biological, and Environmental Effects on the Human Brain. BS Psychology is one of the best Alternative Medical Fields after MBBS & BDS. The list of Courses Offered in Psychology Bachelor Programs is Following Below.
- Sociology
- Biology
- Counseling
- Forensic Science
- Philosophy
- Business, HR
- Environmental Sciences
Fee Structure
Fee Structure Various with Universities. Normally Public Sectors Government INstitutes Charges Lesser as Compare to Private Sector universities. Here Approximately Total cost of BS Psychology Programs Costs around 3 to 4 lakh complete degrees and Private Sector charges around 7 to 8 Lakh for complete degrees. this cost is exclusive of Hostel and Other Expenses.
Universities Offering Psychology
There is a number of Government and Private Sector Universities Offering undergraduate Programs in Psychology. A list of various institutes is provided below.
- University of Punjab
- GCU Lahore
- The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
- Gov College University Faisalabad
- Comsats University
- International Islamic University IIUI
- Bahuddin Zikrya University Multan
- Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women's University
- NUST University Islamabad
- Quaid A Azam
- Karachi University
- University of Peshawar
- UOL Lahore
- UMT Lahore
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria for Students to Get Admission in BS psychology is usually easier than MBBS and BDS Courses and Eligibility Criteria is Provided Below
- 50 to 60 percent required in FSC
What Do Psychologists do in Field
Students after completing Studies can get Jobs in Multiple Government and Private Sector Jobs. IN Pakistan After BS you can also Go for higher education in Psychology and Get admission in MS, MPhil, and Ph.D. programs. After studies You can get a job in Pak Armed Forcers, In Pak Army, Air Force, and Pak Navy in which Girls and Boys both can be applied.
There is high Demand in Clinical Psychology and Educational psychology.
Every Field Whether it is National Cricket Teams or Sports Teams or Government Institutes Psychologists can get a job in it.
A psychologist can also go for Online Businesses and can open its own Clinics and work as a Full time or Part-time.
Educational Psychologists can join Universities as Teachers and career counselors. Other Jobs of Psychologists are listed below.
- Advertising Manager,
- Rehabilitation Counselor.
- Addictions Therapist
- Hospital and Clinics
Salaries
Salaries of Basic Psychologies depend on various factors. Higher Education and Experience Holders can Earn very Well but New or Fresh Graduates often Struggle to secure a good position. Also, Private Institute's salaries are low and range from 20 K to 40 K but after getting Higher education MS or Ph.D. you can get a good salary.
In the government sector you can get 17 Grade or 16 Grade which salary ranges from 40 to 60K but there are very few Seats in Government Sector.
Conclusion
In this Blog, We Have Tried to Explain the MAin and Important Points of NAture and the Scope of the Psychology Program in Pakistan. We hope readers will find it helpful in their career choices. If you have any other questions you can comment below are ask us from any of our Social Medical accounts PakLearningSpot.
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