The MSc in Clinical Psychology is a rigorous two-year postgraduate programme that combines academic depth with intensive clinical training. Rooted in Krea University’s philosophy of Interwoven Learning, it integrates theory, research, and supervised clinical practice into a coherent and demanding curriculum. Students receive advanced training in psychological theory, clinical assessment, and case formulation. The programme foregrounds working with communities as a model of practice, training students to engage with institutions, local networks, and public systems in ways that extend clinical knowledge beyond the consulting room and into sustainable, community-based mental health initiatives.
The curriculum spans major therapeutic traditions, including psychoanalytic, systemic, cognitive-behavioural, and humanistic-existential approaches, enabling conceptual flexibility and methodological competence. Delivered by clinician-scholars, the programme emphasises rigorous engagement with evidence and ethics. It places structured emphasis on the self-development of a reflexive practitioner, recognising that clinical competence requires sustained self-inquiry, ethical awareness, and the capacity to critically examine one’s own assumptions, responses, and positionality within therapeutic work.
Situated within the realities of South Asia, the MSc programme addresses India’s mental health gap through a structured integration of education and training, service and intervention, and public engagement. Graduates emerge with strong academic foundations, clinical competence, and the intellectual independence required for professional practice, research, and leadership in mental health settings. Although the MSc in Clinical Psychology is not an RCI-licensure degree, it provides a strong foundation for students aspiring to pursue licensure pathways and develops the ability to conduct research relevant to mental health in South Asia, contributing to meaningful practice and policy insights.
What distinguishes the MSc in Clinical Psychology at Krea University is its focus on building clinical capacity that is viable in diverse settings. A central strength of the programme is that it bridges three domains often taught separately: clinical assessment; counselling and psychotherapy; and structured self-reflective work. Students are trained to deliver evidence-based interventions that are adaptable, scalable, and feasible within public health systems, NGOs, schools, universities, and hospitals.
The programme recognises that India’s mental health challenge is not only clinical but infrastructural: there are too few trained professionals, uneven service distribution, and limited institutional capacity outside metropolitan centres. By integrating supervised practice, interdisciplinary coursework, and applied research, the MSc programme prepares graduates to contribute meaningfully to the mental health gap identified by Krea University. Its distinctive strength lies in developing practitioners who can maintain clinical standards while working effectively within diverse institutional contexts across India and South Asia.
| Component | Duration |
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Coursework (Theory, Assessment, Practicum, Research) |
Trimesters 1–4 |
| Research Thesis | Trimesters 4–6 |
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Field Immersion (Hospitals, NGOs, Schools, Communities) |
Trimesters 5–6 |
The MSc follows Krea University’s philosophy of Interwoven Learning, where theory, research, and practice are closely connected rather than taught in isolation. What you learn in the classroom informs your clinical training, your research sharpens how you think about evidence, and your supervised practice helps you apply concepts in real settings. This integrated approach ensures that you graduate as a reflective, research-informed, and practice-ready professional.
Overview
The first four trimesters cover core, interdisciplinary, and elective courses, forming the conceptual and practical foundation of clinical psychology training.
| Baskets | Courses |
| Core Coursework |
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| Interdisciplinary Courses |
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| Electives |
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| Practicum |
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Learning Experience
Overview
The final two trimesters focus on immersive practicum and the research dissertation, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world clinical and community contexts.
Field Immersion
Research Dissertation
Integration and Supervision
The two-year MSc in Clinical Psychology spans six trimesters, combining coursework, clinical practicum, fieldwork, and research. Students must earn a total of 108 credits: 64 credits from coursework, 32 credits from field immersion, and 12 credits from the research dissertation.
| Component | Duration | Credits | Notes |
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Coursework (16 courses across 4 baskets: Theory, Assessment, Research, Practicum/Lab) |
Trimesters 1-4 | 64 |
16 courses × 4 credits each (with options of 2 credits courses) |
| Research Thesis | Trimesters 4-6 | 12 | Research projects with supervision |
| Field Immersion | Trimesters 5-6 | 32 |
Supervised clinical exposure in hospital, clinic, community or NGO settings |
| Total | 6 trimesters (2 years) | 108 | Coursework + field immersion + research |
Graduates will be able to:
Psychology at Krea embeds students into the wide forays of psychological theories and underlying approaches, with two dedicated labs, a Cognitive Neuroscience Lab and a Behavioural Lab. The Cognitive Neuroscience Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments including Electroencephalography (EEG), functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), Virtual Reality (VR) and eye-trackers. The Behavioral Lab is designed for structured observation and experimental studies. It includes a two-sided mirror setup that allows for behavioural observation and controlled simulations.
Higher Education Pathways: PhD in Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, and postgraduate diplomas or specialised certification programmes.
Job Roles: Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, School Psychologist, Community Mental Health Specialist, Psychological Assessment Specialist, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Rehabilitation Counsellor, Research Associate in Mental Health, and more.
Partnerships
Krea University has partnerships with leading universities in India and abroad, offering students pathways for higher education and research. These collaborations create opportunities for postgraduate study, academic exchange, and continued learning across disciplines. Know more
Eligibility
The minimum educational requirement for admission to this course is a four-year BA/BSc degree in Psychology from a university recognised by the UGC. Candidates with a three-year BA/BSc degree in Psychology who have also completed one year of a Master’s programme in Psychology are also eligible to apply. Special cases may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
An MSc in Clinical Psychology is a postgraduate degree that trains you to understand, assess, and support people experiencing mental health conditions. The degree prepares you to work in hospitals, clinics, schools, NGOs, and community settings, and it can also serve as a foundation for further professional training in mental health.
Applicants should have a four-year BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons) in Psychology (preferred). Candidates with a three-year undergraduate degree plus one year of a Master’s programme, or a three-year degree with one year of work experience in the mental health sector, may also apply. Applicants from allied disciplines such as Social Work, Public Health, Biology, Medicine, and Education will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Selection is based on three components: Your academic transcripts, the Krea Aptitude Test (KAT), and a personal interview (PI)
The entrance exam covers core areas of psychology, research methods in statistical reasoning, brain–behaviour relationships, and abnormal psychology. The interview includes a short presentation and interaction with the faculty to assess your readiness for clinical training and overall fit with the programme.
No. Krea University conducts its own admissions procedure for the MSc in Clinical Psychology, and no external entrance examinations are required or considered.
The entrance examination and personal interviews will be conducted in two rounds, in April and June. To receive updates and detailed information directly in your inbox, register your interest by filling out this Google Form:
Yes. Supervised clinical training is a central component of the programme and runs alongside academic coursework. Clinical training has two parts: on campus, students receive structured training in psychological assessment, case formulation, and counselling skills; off-campus, they complete 480 hours of supervised field immersion across hospitals, clinics, NGOs, schools, community mental health programmes, and rehabilitation centres. Supervision is provided both individually and in group formats to support skill development and professional growth.
No. The MSc in Clinical Psychology is designed in alignment with RCI training frameworks; however, it is not currently RCI accredited. Completion of the MSc alone does not confer eligibility for licensure, but it provides a strong academic and clinical foundation for students who wish to pursue recognised licensure pathways and professional practice.
The fees for the two-year MSc in Clinical Psychology programme is ₹10 lakh. At present, scholarships are not available for this programme.
Yes, partly. The MSc in Clinical Psychology is a two-year, full-time programme structured across six trimesters. Students spend four trimesters in residence at the Krea University campus in Sri City, participating in coursework, supervised training, and campus-based academic activities. Two trimesters are dedicated to off-campus fieldwork immersion and data collection for the research thesis.
The MSc follows Krea University’s philosophy of Interwoven Learning, where theory, research, and practice are closely connected rather than taught in isolation. What you learn in the classroom informs your clinical training, your research sharpens how you think about evidence, and your supervised practice helps you apply concepts in real settings. This integrated approach ensures that you graduate as a reflective, research-informed, and practice-ready professional.
Fieldwork immersion placements are organised by the MSc programme in collaboration with internship partners across India. Students are placed in organisations that have formally partnered with Krea University, including hospitals, clinics, NGOs, and community mental health settings.
Yes. In the first year, students complete coursework in research methods, including advanced quantitative and qualitative approaches. In the second year, each student undertakes a research dissertation under faculty supervision, applying methodological training to a focused mental health research question.
Designed in alignment with RCI training frameworks, the MSc provides a strong foundation for pursuing recognised licensure pathways and professional practice. Graduates may work in hospitals, clinics, NGOs, schools, community mental health programmes, and policy-oriented organisations. The programme also prepares students for doctoral studies and research careers in mental health.
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