About Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology at KIIT, under the School of Liberal Studies, is committed to providing a dynamic and interdisciplinary education aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The department emphasizes building robust psychological foundations and equipping students with advanced tools to understand human behavior and mental processes. With a learner-centric and holistic curriculum, students delve into diverse subfields such as cognitive, developmental, clinical, and social psychology. They gain experiential knowledge through research projects, internships, and hands-on training in state-of-the-art laboratories, ensuring the practical application of theoretical concepts.
Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, the department actively fosters collaborations across disciplines, including sociology, linguistics, and engineering. This encourages innovative research that addresses contemporary real-world challenges and bridges the gap between academic inquiry and societal needs. Through this, students are not only exposed to the core principles of psychology but also learn to apply them in diverse contexts, making them versatile and effective problem-solvers.
The department’s experienced faculty is pivotal in mentoring students, combining academic rigor with real-world insights. Emphasis is placed on community engagement, with opportunities to participate in outreach programs and initiatives to improve societal well-being. This holistic approach nurtures empathetic, socially responsible graduates well-prepared to make meaningful contributions as compassionate leaders, skilled professionals, and forward-thinking researchers.
By integrating cutting-edge knowledge, interdisciplinary perspectives, and community-centered values, the Department of Psychology at KIIT ensures that its graduates are equipped to navigate and address the complexities of the modern world, embodying the ethos of education for individual growth and collective betterment.