दिल्लीदिश्िदिद्यालय UNIVERSITY OF DELHI Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) Psychology (Effective from Academic Year 2019-20) Revised Syllabus as approved by Academic Council Date: No: Executive Council Date: No: Applicable for students registered with Regular Colleges, Non Collegiate Women’s Education Board and School of Open Learning List of Contents Page No. Introduction to Programme 2. Learning Outcome-based Curriculum Framework in B. Nature and Extent of the Programme in B.
Aims of Bachelor Degree Programme in B. Graduate Attributes in B. Qualification Descriptors for Graduates B. Programme Learning Outcomes for in B.
Credit Distribution for B. Semester-wise Distribution of Courses 7. (Hons) Psychology Course Learning Outcomes Course Teaching-Learning Process Assessment Methods Keywords Preamble The objective of any programme at Higher Education Institute is to prepare their students for the society at large. The University of Delhi envisions all its programmes in the best interest of their students and in this endeavour it offers a new vision to all its Under-Graduate courses.
It imbibes a Learning Outcome-based Curriculum Framework (LOCF) for all its Under Graduate programmes. The LOCF approach is envisioned to provide a focused, outcome-based syllabus at the undergraduate level with an agenda to structure the teaching-learning experiences in a more student-centric manner. The LOCF approach has been adopted to strengthen students’ experiences as they engage themselves in the programme of their choice. The Under-Graduate Programmes will prepare the students for both, academia and employability.
Each programme vividly elaborates its nature and promises the outcomes that are to be accomplished by studying the courses. The programmes also state the attributes that it offers to inculcate at the graduation level. The graduate attributes encompass values related to well-being, emotional stability, critical thinking, social justice and also skills for employability. In short, each programme prepares students for sustainability and life-long learning.
The revised curriculum of B.) Psychology offers a wide range of courses aimed at providing the interested student strong grounding in the discipline of Psychology. The syllabus covers a wide range of theoretical courses, courses on methodology, research and application as well as course reflecting the growth and recent interest in the field of Psychology. In addition to the rigorous foundation in the discipline of Psychology, the course curriculum extends itself to include and encourage interdisciplinary frameworks and research. CURRICULUM REVISION COMMITTEE 2019 Head and Course Coordinator, Prof.
Anand Prakash, Department of Psychology, University of Delhi Dr. Meetu Khosla, Associate Professor, Dept of Psychology, Daulat Ram College Dr. Ahuja, Associate Professor, Dept of Psychology, Lady Shri Ram College for Women Dr. Surabhika Maheshwari, Assistant Professor, Dept.
of Psychology, Indraprastha College for Women 1. INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMME The document containing the curriculum outline and details is an exercise in explicating the Choice Based Curriculum Structure in terms of the Learning Outcomes. The discipline of Psychology is a relatively young and dynamic field of academic study and inquiry. While understanding and learning the historical influences, the curriculum addresses the fast paced changes in the subject matter.
The curriculum development and pedagogy of Psychology is sensitive to the advances in the knowledge base and the growing application and research possibilities. It is expected that the course is transacted keeping in mind the current realities of the discipline including the socio-cultural context. The undergraduate coursework in Psychology touches upon the diverse areas in discipline including, among others - biopsychology, cognitive psychology, history of psychology, research methods, social psychology, Industrial/Organizational psychology, counseling psychology, health psychology. LEARNING OUTCOME-BASED CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK IN B.1 NATURE AND EXTENT OF THE PROGRAMME IN B.
(HONS) PSYCHOLOGY The study of Psychology at the undergraduate level facilitates explorations on the vast canvas of knowledge interested in understanding human beings – their nature, behavior and influences. The study material concerns itself with relevant developments in theory and practice of Psychology. The dynamic nature and rapid changes in the field need to be addressed as the student moves along the various courses. The current structure aims to impart basic knowledge in Psychology via the core papers, specialized area are introduced in the discipline centered course and the students are exposed to the application possibilities via the skill based courses.
The course also includes papers that have been designed to cater to interested students who are chosen other subjects as their primary area of study at the undergraduate level. The General Electives offer a wide array of basic psychological information to the larger (non-psychology) student population. The study of Psychology at the collegiate level ought to be aimed at developing a basic understanding and equipping the student with knowledge to choose further advancement and specialization in the field.2 AIMS OF BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMME IN B. (HONS) PSYCHOLOGY The Psychology programme at the undergraduate level focuses on the following aims: • Imparting knowledge of basic psychological concepts and models, and developing ability to apply this knowledge in field settings.
• Promoting and understanding of research skills so that students are able to design and conduct systematic and ethical psychological research studies. • Developing psychological sensitivity and social sensibility so that students can respond empathically to human subjectivity and critically to social institutions. • Examining the complexities of and debates within the discipline and to dwell upon its unique relevance in understanding the human subjectivity as shaped by the social, historical and political. • Developing sensibility towards varied socio-cultural contexts and appreciating diversity.
• Facilitating acquisition of basic skills for building responsible professionals in varied settings. • Encouraging self-understanding, reflection and personal growth. GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES IN PSYCHOLOGY • DISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE Ability to understand core psychological concepts, models, classical theories, varied perspectives, evolution of the field, new researches being carried out, as also knowledge of the sub fields of psychology. • COMMUNICATION SKILLS Acquiring the skill for self presentation and self management, communicating effectively in writing and orally, asking questions, conveying information to others in a simple and unambiguous way, active listening, giving and receiving feedback, making presentations, and report writing.
• CRITICAL THINKING The ability to engage in independent thinking, identify, construct and evaluate arguments, solve problems systematically, reason clearly, rigorously question ideas and critique theories and researches in psychology. • PROBLEM SOLVING Applying one’s knowledge to solve real life issues and problems of society at large, finding solutions that are context-specific, being able to use technology, use of methods such as simulation, brainstorming, and experimentation. • ANALYTICAL REASONING The ability to break complex problems into simpler components, scrutinize a situation, inductive and deductive reasoning, drawing inferences. • RESEARCH RELATED SKILLS The ability to plan, design and conduct research while adhering to ethical guidelines, is critical for psychology graduates, as the participants are human.
This also includes collecting data using qualitative and quantitative research methods. • COOPERATION/TEAM WORK Working in groups for projects, presentations and practical, knowledge sharing and appreciation of diversity- essential attributes for a graduate in psychology. • SCIENTIFIC REASONING The values of accuracy, objectivity, scepticism, and open mindedness are desirable to instil in graduates of psychology to develop a scientific temperament. Towards this end, breaking stereotypes, thinking out-of-the-box, imagining, analyzing and trying alternatives, and questioning conclusions based on newer evidence is required.
• REFLECTIVE THINKING Awareness of one’s own knowledge, assumptions and past experiences, interpreting and evaluating as one responds to new experiences will help a graduate in psychology to create meaning, solve problems and plan. It also includes becoming aware of one’s strengths and weaknesses, having insight into the trajectories of life and plan so as to move further in the desired direction. The use of introspection may be helpful in not only constructing experience, but also distancing students from social pressure, take different perspectives, and take responsibility for their actions. • INFORMATION/DIGITAL LITERACY The ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information is required.
This includes searching through legitimate online resources, creating digital content such as email, blogs and videos, and sharing it. • SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING Taking initiative for one’s own learning, diagnosing their own learning needs, implementing appropriate learning strategies is desirable for a psychology graduate. Keeping a journal, setting goals, planning, taking action, and evaluating outcomes will help this process. • MULTICULTURAL COMPETENCE An ability to incorporate socio-cultural context in scientific inquiry, understanding psychological realities in varies cultural contexts, appreciating the non-universality of principles and theories, awareness of indigenous Indian perspectives, as also the ability to relate to others from diverse backgrounds is required.
• MORAL AND ETHICAL AWARENESS Training students to become ethical and morally sound psychologists is important. This includes teaching the APA Ethics Code, understanding the issue of plagiarism, appreciation of rights and dignity of participants as a researcher, and upholding values in academic work. Students should also be able to explore the world of marginalized people with empathy and compassion, and also develop an understanding of social injustice and strive for justice. • LEADERSHIP QUALITIES The ability to articulate, motivate oneself, inspire others, organize and plan well, have a sense of abundant positivity that energizes everyone around them, having a clear sense of purpose, self- awareness and adaptability.
• LIFELONG LEARNING Approaching life with curiosity and wonder, pursuing knowledge, learning how to learn will enhance active citizenship, personal development and self-sustainability. This will turn mistakes into possibilities and encourage ownership of learning. To achieve this, students need to spend time seeking out new information, understandings, and strategies to make incremental daily improvements that will help move their life forward in a positive way. QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTORS FOR GRADUATES B.
(HONS) PSYCHOLOGY The Psychology graduate will demonstrate the following qualification descriptors: • Comprehension of theoretical and practical knowledge of the subject matter of psychology. • Awareness of the various methods of psychology such as lab and field experimentation, observation methods, field studies, surveys, psychological testing and interviewing skills. • Training in using self report measures of behavioural investigation, communication skills, counselling, and scientific writing for publication in scientific journals. • Planning the research, identifying the problem, doing a review of literature, designing the research, and deciding the method and analysis tools.
• Enhanced skills to optimize self understanding, growth and development. • Competence in terms of applying psychological skills, techniques of data collection, assessment and evaluation of behavioural interaction at an individual and group level. • Proficiency in using various software and techniques of quantitative and qualitative analysis. PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR B.
(HONS) PSYCHOLOGY The learning outcomes that a student should be able to demonstrate on completion of a degree level programme are as follows: • Knowledge about the discipline and research methods. • Basic professional skills pertaining to psychological testing, assessment and counselling. • Ability to use skills in specific areas related to chosen specialization (e. cognitive, industrial-organizational, clinical, counselling, health, educational, social, community).
• Ability to connect theory with personal experiences and varied applied settings. • Understand how psychology can be applied to solve problems facing humankind. • Computer literacy, including the ability to use various e-resources, technology and social media. • Articulation of ideas, scientific writing and authentic reporting.
• Tolerating ambiguities and appreciating the limitations of the discipline, and critically analyzing conflicting theories and approaches. • Understanding varied socio-cultural contexts, and being mindful of indigenous traditions. • Creating awareness about gender issues. • Cultivating an ethical mindset, including a strong work ethic, avoiding unethical behaviours such as data fabrication and plagiarism, being mindful of implications of research using human participants.
• Commitment to health and wellbeing at different levels (e. individual, organization, community, society). • Developing skills of communication, negotiation, team work, effective presentation, etc. • Appreciating and tolerating diversity.
• Developing positive attributes such as empathy, compassion, optimism, social participation, and accountability. • Self-development and personal growth.1 CREDIT DISTRIBUTION FOR B.