Hello Aspirant

First of all, you should understand ‘psychology’, Psychology is going to deal with the mental process, human behavior patterns and also an anatomy of brain. It is basically the scientific study of human mind and behavior. The course and curriculum at the under-graduate are roughly the same across different colleges and even across BA and B. Sc. This does not mean that BA and BSc are the same degrees. There are notable differences across the two.

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is a great option:

· For students who have a keen interest in psychology but also want to explore other disciplines in greater depth. For example, you might want to study psychology but also take a lot of courses in an area such as nutrition and health. Such preparation might be perfect for students who are considering specialized psychology fields such as health psychology or forensic psychology.

· Students who choose this degree option can also opt to go later on to further study in law, social work, counseling, education, journalism, political science, and business.

· Students who are more interested towards understanding the subject through theory and practical aspect than through research methodology.

· Students who do not want to take a lot of research load in their graduation degree.

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology offers excellent preparation for:

· Careers in science as well as further graduate study in psychology or related disciplines.

· Students with a strong interest in science can also benefit from this degree options extensive study in biological science and research methodology .

· If you plan to attend graduate school in psychology, you should definitely consider the Bachelor of Science option. This is because psychology is mainly based on research findings and one has to do a compulsory dissertation in Psychology at the graduate level and BSc degrees provide a good backing for that.

Nonetheless, both the degrees will make you eligible for masters in psychology in the future, be it MA or Msc, as most of the master's admissions are done through entrance tests to judge the aptitude of the student.

Best of luck!

Hello dear..B.A or B.Sc totally depends on university you choose. Curriculum and practicals are almost same in B.A and B.Sc. Some universities only offer B.A and some only B.Sc. The difference  lies in the options you prefer after graduation.If you want to go in science field you can opt for B.Sc whearas If you have interest in arts field you can choose for B.A. There are many psychology courses which is open for both either B.A or B.Sc.

If you don't opt for Hons in psychology then you have to choose B.Sc psychology  with zoology or Botony or Chemistry whearas in B.A you have to study psychology along with History,  Political Science, Economics, English, Hindi etc. In Graduation no matter you choose B.A and B.Sc, Job opportunities are same.

Hope it helps

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Hello Sai Krishna,

BA in Psychology

By and large, a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology focuses more on liberal arts than science and psychology classes. Students will be able to study the humanities, social sciences and even a foreign language. A Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology is the perfect choice for a student who plans to enter the workforce directly after completing their undergraduate degree. These students may choose to earn a master’s degree in a non-psychology field such as law, business, social work or management. These students will use their limited psychology background to assist them in a non-psychology job.

BSc in Psychology

The biggest difference between a BA in psychology and a BSc in psychology is that the latter focuses on research, science and statistics. This degree is suited for students who plan on entering medical school or earning a graduate degree in science-based psychology. Thus, a Bachelor of Science degree concentrates on advanced math and science courses. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in psychology will take more hands-on lab, research and statistics classes. Classes will connect applied psychology concepts to empirical research and reporting methods.

Which degree is best ?

Both degrees will provide a general overview of the field of psychology. The Bachelor of Arts is an excellent choice for students who want a balance between psychology and another discipline, such as HR, marketing and health care. However, the Bachelor of Science degree offers more flexibility and diversity for students who wish to pursue psychology as their primary academic choice. In the end, it is important to select a degree that satisfies your needs, interests and career goals.

Before deciding which degree is best for you, carefully assess your academic and career interests. Don’t forget that the difference between a BA in Psychology and a BSc in Psychology is a matter of personal preference.

Thanku.