Hello Aspirant

Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior and mind.

It is a vast and diverse field. It consists of many sub-disciplines and areas of specialization. Here are some such areas of specialization and sub-disciplines –

§  Social Psychology

§  Developmental Psychology

§  Health Psychology

§  Industrial Psychology

§  Sports Psychology

§  Counseling Psychology

§  School Psychology

§  Forensic Psychology

§  Environmental Psychology

Looking from academic programs’ point of view, Psychology study can be approached in two ways –

§  Clinical Psychology courses

§  Psychology (as a Social Science) courses

Many students opt for combination courses. The combination of Psychology and Economics is a great combination. Some of the reputed universities that provide this combination are –

Christ University

Panjab University

St. Xaviers College

There are two ways to go about it –

1.   Major in two subjects or the combination provided by university

2.   Major in one subject and take the other subject as either a minor or an elective

The eligibility criteria is not very rigid at the UG level.There is no rigidity that you need to have studied psychology or economics as your subject in twelfth grade. You need to have a minimum of 50% marks in 12th grade. Some colleges such as Christ University have their own interview rounds for admission.

Best of luck!