Syllabus for
BA (Psychology, Economics/Honours/Honours with Research)
Academic Year  (2023)

Continuous Internal assessment (CIA) forms 50%, and the end-semester examination forms the other 50% of the marks in theory. CIA marks are awarded based on their performance in CIA I, CIA II (MSE), and CIA III. CIA I and CIA III are conducted by respective faculty members in the form of different types of assignments (Quizzes, presentations, Moodle-based tests, problem-solving, minor projects, MOOC, etc.). 

The Mid-semester and End-semester examinations are conducted either as written examinations or as submissions based on the nature of the courses.

Established in 1969, the Department of Economics has progressed into one of the most vibrant centres of learning economics in the country. The Department of Economics at the Central Campus offers four undergraduate Triple Major programmes and two post-graduate programmes. The Department functions under the School of Social Sciences, under the leadership of Dr. Tony Sam George, the Dean, and Dr. Joshy K J, the Head of the Department. The Department has eighteen full-time, permanent faculty members at the Central Campus and twelve full-time permanent faculty members at the Yeshwanthpur Campus, who are highly specialised in different areas of the discipline. One of the highlights of the academic programmes is the emphasis on research-based curriculum and experiential learning. To ensure the holistic development of the students and to sustain the academic inventiveness of the faculty, the department engages in numerous workshops, seminars, industry interfaces, faculty development programmes, and student activities.

One of the first departments to be founded in Christ University, the Department of Psychology has grown in leaps and bounds with innovations in curriculum, pedagogy and ground-breaking initiatives spread across different campuses. The Department at Bangalore Yeshwanthpur campus runs a range of programmes that include Undergraduate programmes and Post Graduate programmes. Through these programmes, the students are encouraged to consider careers and life missions that integrate psychological understanding to life. The Psychology programmes integrate scholarship with professional practice, and the Department offers courses that are cutting-edge in the field of psychology. Students who complete programmes in Psychology from the University demonstrate high degrees of self-awareness, are service-oriented and are encouraged to embrace humane values in their vocation.

Vision

Achieving excellence, broadening horizons, building competencies, and developing a sustainable education model through critical thinking, ethical groundedness, and commitment to society. 

Mission

Preparing students to understand and resolve the multitude of challenges in the economy through relevant research-based education. We aim to educate our students to become successful professionals and socially responsible citizens who contribute.

The combined majors in economics and psychology offer students the opportunity to integrate the study of economics with psychology. These interlinked disciplines have their own exclusive areas of expertise with conceptual and methodological specializations, which helps the student have a clear understanding of their possibilities. While providing the opportunity for an integrated approach, this course provides ample scope to learn the discipline of economics and psychology in-depth, where students can major either in the discipline of economics or psychology for further studies. The program offers an eclectic mix of electives promoting interdisciplinary academic engagement without compromising discipline-specific identities. In the third year, students will be awarded the Under Graduate Degree with Economics and Psychology as the majors. After successfully completing the three-year degree program, the students can do an honors program/honors program with research either in Psychology or Economics. 

BA (Hons) 

In the fourth-year, students can choose their specialization, either in Economics or Psychology, according to their interest. The successful completion of the fourth year will give them BA Economics (Honours)/ BA Psychology (Honours). 

BA (Hons) with Research 

Students fulfilling a cut-off CGPA (75% marks and above in the first six semesters) will be eligible for BA Honours with Research. The fourth year will be a complete specialization in Economics/Psychology with a special focus on dissertation writing. 

Programme Outcome/Programme Learning Goals/Programme Learning Outcome:

PO2: Critically evaluate economic theory, developmental policies and outcomes, political theories, ideas and ideology, social systems and interventions to promote a just and humane society, and demonstrate a coherent understanding and comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental theories and concepts in the discipline of psychology in a multidisciplinary learning context.

PO3: Demonstrate appropriate values, ethical thinking, and ethical standards in research, practice, and academic contexts by raising and encouraging normative questions and positions.

PO4: Demonstrate effective communication skills, digital and psychological literacy through group discussions, oral and written presentations.