Overview
M.Phil Clinical Psychology (Master of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology) is a 2-year pre-doctoral programme in clinical psychology. It covers assessment, diagnosis and psychological treatment of mental health problems.
Course Details
- Level: Pre Doctoral
- Duration: 2 years
M.Phil Clinical Psychology is listed as a 2-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
An M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology from a recognised university with the marks prescribed by RCI and the institute (commonly 55%).
Admission
Admission is through the university or institute process: merit, a university entrance test, or CUET (UG and PG) where the university accepts it. Some institutes such as NIMHANS run their own entrance tests. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
Clinical psychologists in India must register with the Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR) of the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) to practise, and the training must be at an RCI-recognised institute. Check that the institute and programme are on the RCI list before you apply.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers psychopathology, psychological assessment, psychotherapy methods, neuropsychology, child and adult clinical practice, research methods and supervised clinical training.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include hospitals, mental health institutes, de-addiction and rehabilitation centres, clinics and private practice.
Career Options
Graduates can work as clinical psychologist (after RCI-recognised training and registration), mental health professional, researcher or faculty. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to the next RCI-recognised qualification (M.Clin.Psy, M.Phil, Psy.D), a PhD, or clinical, research and teaching roles.
Good to Know
RCI still lists this programme, but several institutes have moved to the Master in Clinical Psychology and M.Phil is being phased out under NEP 2020, so check whether admissions are open.