M.Sc. Wellness Counselling

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
• Candidates must have completed an undergraduate degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% from a UGC-recognized university (India or abroad).
• Candidates currently in the final year of their undergraduate programmes must have a minimum aggregate of 55% across all completed semesters.
• Individuals who have completed their undergraduate studies and are currently employed are also eligible to apply.

SEMESTER I
Course Code	Title of the Course	Course Type	Credits	End Semester Exam Marks	Internal Marks	Total Marks
23MSWCT101	Foundations of Psychology	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT102	Theories and Models of Lifespan Development	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT103	Foundations of Professional Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT104	Quantitative Research Methods	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT105	Health Psychology	Soft Core	2	70	30	100
23MSWCP106	Basic Skills in Counselling	Practical	4	70	30	100
23MSWCP107	Assessments for Counselling	Practical	4	70	30	100
	Total		26	490	210	700

SEMESTER II
Course Code	Title of the Course	Course Type	Credits	End Semester Exam Marks	Internal Marks	Total Marks
23MSWCT201	Behavioural Dysfunctions	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT202	Theoretical Foundations of Individual Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT203	Theoretical Foundations of Group Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT204	Qualitative Research Methods in Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
23MSWCT205	Alternative Healing Practices	Soft Core	2	70	30	100
23MSWCP206	Techniques of Individual Counselling	Practical	4	70	30	100
23MSWCP207	Group Processes Training	Practical	4	70	30	100
	Total		26	490	210	700

SEMESTER III
Course Code	Title of the Course	Course Type	Credits	End Semester Exam Marks	Internal Marks	Total Marks
24MSWCT301	Educational and Career Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
24MSWCT302	Multicultural Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
24MSWCT303	Social and Community Psychology	Core	4	70	30	100
24MSWCP304	Academic Writing and Research Proposal	Practical	4	70	30	100
24MSWCP305	Computer Applications in Research	Practical	4	70	30	100
N/A	Foundations and Applications of Psychology	Open Elective	4	70	30	100
	Total		24	420	180	600

SEMESTER I
Course Code	Title of the Course	Course Type	Credits	End Semester Exam Marks	Internal Marks	Total Marks
25MSWCT401	Applied Positive Psychology	Core	4	70	30	100
25MSWCT402	Psychological Interventions and Rehabilitation	Core	4	70	30	100
25MSWCT403	Family and Workplace Counselling	Core	4	70	30	100
25MSWCT404	Counselling for Special Populations and Settings	Core	4	70	30	100
25MSWCP405	Internship	Practical	4	70	30	100
25MSWCP406	Dissertation	Project	4	70	30	100
	Total		24	420	180	600

YEAR	I Year
INSIDE KARNATAKA	80,000/-
OUTSIDE KARNATAKA	90,000/-

• To provide a holistic and integrative approach to counselling, incorporating traditional and contemporary therapeutic techniques.
• To train students in individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care.
• To develop expertise in alternative healing practices, mindfulness-based interventions, and positive psychology.
• To equip students with knowledge in career guidance and counselling, family therapy, and workplace mental health programs.
• To foster cross-cultural competence in counselling, enabling students to work in diverse settings.
• To prepare students for professional roles in mental health, academia, community service, corporate wellness, and rehabilitation centres.
• To enhance professional competency through internships, case studies, seminars, and dissertation projects.

At the end of the programme, students will be able to:
• Demonstrate proficiency in counselling skills, techniques and therapeutic interventions for diverse populations.
• Apply evidence-based strategies to promote mental well-being and resilience.
• Conduct assessments and provide support for individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, and other life challenges.
• Implement preventive mental health strategies in schools, workplaces, and community organizations.
• Utilize alternative and holistic healing approaches to complement traditional psychological interventions.
• Be career-ready for roles in wellness counselling, mental health consulting, rehabilitation, and corporate wellness programs.

• Psychological Counsellors
• Lifestyle Counsellors
• Substance Abuse Counsellors
• Career Counsellors
• Rehabilitation counsellors
• Group Counsellors
• Psychologists
• Psychotherapists
• Mental Health Practitioners
• Wellbeing Consultants
• Life Skills / Soft Skills Trainers
• Statistical Analysts
• Psychology Teachers

• Courses studied and aggregate marks in the undergraduate degree.
• Entrance Exam (Topics covered: Basic Psychology, Lifespan Psychology, Psychopathology, Counselling Skills, Principles and Theories, Organisational Behaviour, Research Methods, Social Psychology and Current Affairs in Psychology)
• Personal interview

For more information, please contact:
Programme Coordinator: Mr. Paul Raj - (+91) 9738520074
Assistant Professor: Ms. Aishwarya Sibey - (+91) 8861692696