Department of Psychology

About the Department

The department was established in the year 2020 with an intake of 30 students for the B.Sc. Psychology program. The qualified and experienced faculty members and laboratory assistant are currently rendering their services to inculcate knowledge among students. Separate classrooms with audio-visual aids are available for effective teaching to students. A well- furnished and highly equipped laboratory with the latest and most advanced psychological tests and measurement tools is available for the benefit of students.

Vision

  • To impart knowledge in the field of Psychology and related fields and groom the learners as committed and dedicated professionals for the welfare of the society.

Mission

  • To inculcate Ethical and Moral Values through the curriculum to bring out a holistic personality.
  • To facilitate the budding professionals to meet future challenges in the field through various level of PDPs.
  • To provide trainings to enhance their skill sets.

Courses Offered

  • B.Sc. (Psychology)

    Eligibility

    A pass in +2 (Academic / Vocational Stream) conducted by the Government of Tamil Nadu or any other examination accepted as Equivalent by the Syndicate of Bharathiar University.

    Duration of the course

    3 Years; Full Time

  • The Department of Psychology delivers a robust curriculum designed across four essential tiers: Core Courses, Allied Courses, Electives, and Skill-based Courses.
  • Our programs ensure students acquire both comprehensive disciplinary breadth and the specialized depth necessary for future career pathways.
  • We feature a well-equipped psychology laboratory that provides invaluable hands-on training in psychological testing and data analysis. Our classrooms foster a progressive learning environment through innovative activities and critical thinking debates.
  • Additionally, students gain practical experience by developing and refining counselling skills within peer-group settings.
    • The department of psychology has inaugurated the Department Association "TUNING MINDS'25" and a guest lecture on “PSYCHOLOGY FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE” with Dr.Kadhiravan, Member - syndicate, Dean - Social Science, Senior Professor & Head Department of Psychology, Periyar University, Salemas the guest on 21.07.2025.

    • The department of psychology has inaugurated the department association and also Guest Lecture on “FUTURE TRENDS IN PSYCHOLOGY” on 20.07.2024.
    • An online guest lecture webinar on “PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE ON DRUGS” was conducted by the Department of Psychology associated with Anti Drug Committee on 07.10.2024.
    • A Guest Lecture on DRUG FREE SOCIETY was conducted by the Department of Psychology associated with Anti Drug Committee on 12.12.2024.
    • A Guest Lecture on PERSPECTIVES ON INDIAN PSYCHOLOGY was conducted the Department of Psychology on 12.12.2024.
    • The Department of Psychology organized a one-day seminar on “THE PERSPECTIVES ON INDIAN PSYCHOLOGY” with Dr. S. Jaikumar BAMS, YIC, PGDVES, MSc (VE&S), BAVJ (Master Diploma in Astrology), Ayurveda and Astrology consultant, and yoga instructor as the resource person on 12.12.2024.
    • The Department of Psychology organized a workshop on “STRESS MANAGEMENT AND SELF-CARE” with Ms. Ashwathi Ashokan, Soft Skills trainer & Journalist, The Times of India, Coimbatore, as the resource person on 10.01.2025.
    • The Department of Psychology and the Department of Physics associated with the Internal Quality Cell organized a skill development programme on "YOGA AND BIO- PSYCHOLOGY” with Mr. Yogi Anandaswamy, Yoga Trainer, Yoga Specialist and Social Worker, Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha, Coimbatore on 27.01.2025.
    • A seminar on “COUNSELLING SKILL PRACTICE AND EMOTIONAL CATHARSIS” was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 06.02.2025. Dr. R.J. Hari Babu, Managing Director and Psychologist, Heartfulness Counselling Center.
    • A one-day state-level workshop on “EXPRESSIVE ART THERAPY” was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 24.02.2025. Ms. Dharani Mahalingam, Assistant Professor and Art Therapist, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science, Coimbatore, was the resource person.
    • Valedictory function and a guest lecture on “HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT” were conducted by the Department of Psychology on 24.03.2025. Mr. S. Praveen Raja, Senior Learning and Development Analyst, PWC India, Bangalore.
      Student Achievements
    • B. Linisha from I - B.Sc, secured Gold medal from TN Chief Ministers Trophy organised by Tamil Nadu Government.
    • P. Thanikachalam from III – B.Sc, secured 3 rd position in A Square Cricket trophy hosted by Gobi Arts and Science College on 12.08.2024 to 19.08.2024

    • Association Inauguration and Guest Lecture on Topic of “Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention” was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 11.07.2023
    • Guest Lecture on the Topic of “Indian Legal System and Mental Health” was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 19.12.2023
    • A Workshop on “COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY (CBT)” techniques was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 26.02.2024.
    • The Department of Psychology has organised a Guest Lecture on “CASE ANALYSIS”. On 14.03.2024.
    • A Guest Lecture on “CAREER GUIDANCE AND VALEDICTORY FUNCTION” was conducted by the Department of Psychology on 15.03.2024

    • Anti-Tobacco Awareness was conducted in College Campus and Nanjanapuram village.
    • Our Department gathered to celebrate Onam Celebration.
    • The department of psychology has inaugurated the department association in the name of “Tuning minds - Mental health matters”. And also conducted the guest lecture in accordance with World suicide prevention day in the theme of Creating Hope through Action.
    • The Department of Psychology has organized “World Mental Health Day Guest lecture on "Importance of Mental Health”.
    • One Day Workshop on “RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND STATISTICS” was conducted by Department of Psychology.
    • A Guest lecture on “BOOSTING SELF-ESTEEM-NEVER FORGET YOUR WORTH” was conducted by Department of Psychology.
    • State Level One Day Workshop On “ART THERAPY” was conducted by Department of Psychology.

    • One day programme about women conducted on International women's day under the theme of Gender equality today for sustainable tomorrow 08.03.2021
    • One day Observation and Orientation Visit was made to COIMBATORE CANCER FOUNDATION (CCF), 29.12.2021
    • An online guest lecture webinar on Stress Management was given by Dr.S.Jeyabharathi, Assistant professor and Coordinator, Specialization in counselling and psychotherapy, 02.11.2021
    • An online guest lecture webinar on Blooming Future In Psychology was given by Ms. Kayalvizhi, Counselling Psychologist, 09.10.2021
    • An online guest lecture webinar on Stress Management was given by Dr. S.Jeyabharathi, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Specialization in Counselling and Psychotherapy, on 02.11.2021
    • One day observation and orientation visit was made to Coimbatore Cancer Foundation (CCF), on 29.12.2021
    • One day programme about women conducted on International Women's Day under the theme of Gender Equality Today for Sustainable Tomorrow, on 08.03.2022

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