About the Department
The Department of Psychology at Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College is committed to providing a rigorous, dynamic education in the study of human behavior, cognition, and emotion. Established in 2015, our department offers a diverse range of courses that cover foundational areas such as cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, clinical psychology, and biological psychology. We aim to equip students with both a strong theoretical understanding of psychology and practical skills that can be applied to real-world settings. Our faculty members are experienced scholars and practitioners, actively involved in cutting-edge research across various psychological disciplines. Their expertise enriches the curriculum, ensuring students are exposed to the latest developments in the field. We encourage students to think critically and creatively, fostering a deep understanding of psychological principles and how they apply to everyday life. The department offers an undergraduate program, providing students with opportunities for in-depth study and research. Through hands-on experience, internships, and practicums, students gain valuable skills in clinical settings, research environments, and community outreach programs. These opportunities not only prepare students for careers in psychology but also contribute to the broader community by promoting mental health awareness and well-being. At DDGDVC, the Department of Psychology is dedicated to preparing students for impactful careers in psychology and related fields, while fostering intellectual curiosity and a commitment to improving mental health in society.
Vision
- To foster human values through psychological discourses, create responsible citizenry, address contemporary societal concerns thereby contributing to the psychological well-being of the community at large.
Mission
- To enable students to develop new perspectives about the discipline thereby contributing to the world of knowledge.
- To provide a platform for students by giving them an opportunity to have healthy discussions and deliberations in the field of Psychology.
- To inculcate a sense of responsibility, authenticity, creativity and ethical values among students.
- To contribute to the academic profile of the College and the community at large.
Objective
- To enable our students to understand the significance and advantages of Psychology.
- To equip our students with significant psychological and counseling skills.
- To impart knowledge of various psychological theories and identification to apply theories in real life situations.
- To motivate them to become great psychologists in future and to create innovative psychological theories.
- To identify and appreciate student’s individuality and guide him to bring out the best.
- To improve student’s performance in academics, as also to maximize his participation in curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
- To make them aware of plethora of opportunities in higher education pertaining to psychology and empower them to make a wise choice thereof.
- To help them choose their career and/or higher education from among various options of Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Organizational/Industrial Psychology, Forensic Psychology etc. to name a few.
- To facilitate students with outcome based education, where honing their skills in general knowledge, problem solving, decision-making and aptitude are emphasized rather than rote learning.
Ms. Aswini. R, B.S.W., M.Sc., Dip. Juvenile Justice and Juvenile Psychology., NET, SET
Assistant Professor & Head
Department Prospectus
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