M.Sc. in Behavioural Health Sciences

A Holistic, NEP-Aligned Approach for Future-Ready Professionals

Mental and behavioural health is advancing rapidly, yet challenges such as stigma, workforce shortages, and fragmented care continue. This programme addresses these gaps through a multidisciplinary, skill-oriented curriculum that goes beyond conventional psychology degrees.

Students receive workforce-ready training with a strong focus on clinical practice, research, and applied skills. Hands-on learning through advanced skill labs, clinical postings, and supervised research projects ensures graduates are professionally competent and prepared for modern healthcare environments.

Where This Degree Can Take You

Graduates of the M.Sc. in Behavioural Health Sciences
will be equipped to:

Work as Health Psychologists, promoting wellness and addressing the psychological aspects of physical health.
Serve as Counselling Psychologists, offering therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and groups.
Become Research Assistants in Behavioural Health Sciences, contributing to impactful studies and innovations.
Work as Behavioural Therapists, helping individuals modify behaviours through structured techniques.
Pursue Advanced Education in specialized fields of behavioural and mental health sciences.

Intake

30 Students

ELIGIBILITY

Passed Bachelor's in Mental Health or Psychology or equivalent examination from any recognized University with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes).

DURATION

2 Years Full Time

Specializations Offered

Health Psychology

Focus :

Understanding the psychological factors that influence physical health and well-being.

Why It's Needed Today :

With rising health concerns-including chronic diseases, mental health challenges, and stress-related conditions-Health Psychology plays a vital role in: Promoting wellness, preventing disease, managing the psychological aspects of illness. Professionals in this field are instrumental in improving public health and helping individuals adopt healthier behaviours.

Career Opportunities :

Health Promotion Specialist

Behavioural Health Consultant

Public Health Advocate

Wellness Coach

Other Fields to Explore :

Research, academic roles, healthcare administration, corporate wellness programs.

Counselling Psychology

Focus :

Providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and groups to enhance mental health and emotional well-being.

Why It's Needed Today :

In today's world of rising mental health issues, counselling psychologists are essential in helping people cope with: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Relationship challenges with growing demand for mental health services, trained professionals are needed more than ever to offer compassionate, quality care.

Career Opportunities :

Corporate Wellness Counsellor

Wellness Programme Coordinator

School or College Counsellor

Private Practice Therapist

Other Fields to Explore :

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), community mental health services, rehabilitation counselling, advocacy roles.

Why SIHS?

NEP-aligned, bridging psychology with workforce-ready behavioural health careers.
Addresses sector challenges: stigma, system gaps, and professional shortages.
UGC-recognised MSc from a NAAC A++ accredited university.
Skill-based learning through clinical postings, simulation labs, and supervised research.

Strong industry links and internships at Symbiosis University Hospital.
Practical exposure via specialised centres (SCEW, CDC, SCOPE) and fieldwork.
Interdisciplinary faculty and a fully residential campus with advanced infrastructure.

Admission Process