The level of difficulty of a program depends on your passion mostly. If you are passionate about learning then an MA in psychology from IGNOU is not that difficult. You can even work while pursuing a Masters.
Firstly attend all classes and complete all practicals. You will be guided by facilitators throughout. This will help you at the time of examinations. Also, the study material provided by IGNOU is very easy so I don’t think overall it will be a difficult ride.
According to some of the reviews I gathered online, The cutoff score for a BA in a Psychology course at Fergusson College is usually above 92% in class 12th board examination for grant in aid division and it is above an aggregate score of 85% for non-grant division.
For students who are not domicile of Maharashtra, the cutoff score for getting admission in BA in Psychology is above 95%.
The students are required to opt for special subjects in S.Y.B.A. for which the admissions are granted based on the F.Y.B.A. scores of the candidates in the subject of Psychology.
Fergusson College Pune will be a better option for pursuing BA in Psychology. The institute has an excellent faculty pool. The professors and the teaching staffs are co-operative. You can ask for their help regarding any academic issues. Psychology is among the most sought-after branches in the college. Fergusson also ranks higher than Xaviers.
Among the two institutes mentioned, St.Xavier College, Mumbai is better for a BA in psychology.
The table below will give you a brief overview of the two colleges.
Parameters |
Jai Hind |
St.Xavier College |
Fee structure |
INR 16,200 (for 3 years) |
Rs 17,625 (for 3 years) |
Placement rate (2020) |
- |
>90% |
Average salary package (2020) |
3 LPA |
6.5 LPA |
Comparison:
Both the institutes provide good learning opportunities, but the difference is St. Xavier is autonomous and hence better.
From the academic point of view, St. Xaviers College is better than Jai Hind College Mumbai.
It entirely depends on your interest in the course. If you have a certain career goal in mind and want to achieve it by going through BA Psychology, you should opt for it.
One of my friends studied at Nizam College. According to him, psychology was very popular here. They had students from all over the world. They had a diverse student crowd. According to academics, it is one of the best.
Also, you should keep in mind that attending regular classes and paying attention to whatever is being taught there is crucial. This is because the more you familiarize yourself with the subject, understanding it becomes easier.
The fee structure depends on the combination of subjects you get with psychology, courses with lab practicals cost more than regular ones. Since it is a government institution, fees will be comparatively less. BA in Psychology may cost you INR 13,800 for 3 years.
IGNOU is a great option for pursuing BA in Psychology. The course curriculum is well-designed. It covers almost every aspect of Psychology. IGNOU study materials are excellent. The coursework includes practical sessions that you need to attend with your batch mates. Assignments and examinations aren’t easy. You need to prepare well to score decent grades. During the final year, students are required to do an internship.
This course provides the knowledge and skillsets required to change into senior posts in the field.