Just like any other subject, in psychology as well, in a regular BA degree, you are taught other subjects apart from psychology as well. In an honours degree, one studies only psychology and studies its subfields lie positive psychology, abnormal psychology, health psychology, etc.
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Study of BA Psychology is the study of Psychology along with other subjects like Hindi, English, Philosophy, Political Science etc. But if you study BA (Hons) in Psychology learn the core of Psychology and its various Subjects like Child Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Research Methodology, Abnormal Psychology and many more of its fields. You can learn Psychology in detail, and explore the basics and advanced level of the subject. BA (Hons) in Psychology is definitely better than BA Psychology, because it will help you gain a better understanding of the subject and its different branches. Hope this helps!
BA Psychology and BA (hons) Psychology are two courses on the same subject. There is difference in the syllabus and in job opportunities.
BA Psychology involves study of mind processes, motives, reactions, feelings, conflict resolution, crisis management, group think,motivation and nature of the mind. There are so much more job opportunities with this course such as Career Employment Specialist, Developmental Psychologist, Career Counselor, Day-care Center Supervisor, Child Support Specialist, Forensic Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Human Resources Assistant, Community Relations Officer, Health Educator, Social Worker, Industrial-Organization Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Psychiatric Assistant and Social Psychologist.
BA (hons) Psychology on the other hand, teaches about general psychology, statistics, physiological psychology, social psychology, research methods & psychology testing, abnormal psychology, development psychology, organizational psychology, child and adolescent psychology, industrial psychology etc. Some of the areas may include: teaching industry the best ways to select and motivate employees, providing crucial insight into the background of social problems such as suicide, addiction and child abuse. You can continue studying or find jobs, though the jobs are limited to Child Psychologist, Teacher, Instructor,Psychologist,Student Counselor Psychologist and Clinical Psychologist.
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