Established in 2020, the Department of Psychology at St. Xavier’s College Jaipur is dedicated to fostering a deep and holistic understanding of human behaviour, cognition, and mental processes within the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence and social service.
The Department has been established with the vision to ensure that undergraduates attain reasonable grounding in psychological theories, approaches and applications in order to further the motto of academic excellence at St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur.
The Department of Psychology currently offers a Bachelor of Arts (Honours, Pass Course and Subsidiary) program at the undergraduate level. The Department aims to encourage a community of diverse scholars and teachers to come together and further the learnings about psychological theories, principles, and systems in order to facilitate their use of the science of psychology to understand the world and its people. The pursuit of this department is to help students understand the value of evidence-based practices in understanding, predicting, controlling and solving problems in a complex, diverse and information-rich world. Critical thinking is through the courses offered and the pedagogies adopted in the department. Emphasis is also laid on the application of theoretical conceptions to improve understanding of the world through rigorous and ethical research.
Teaching at St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur aims to inspire and support students in their journey of learning and success. Besides classroom teaching, home assignments, seminars, research papers and class presentations, the department looks forward to organizing conferences, seminars, workshops, webinars, symposiums and guest lectures to augur the expansion of knowledge. The students are also encouraged to initiate research and academic writing as well as to transform into better decision makers across life’s opportunities.
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” – Aristotle
At the Department of Psychology,
St. Xavier’s College Jaipur, we believe education in psychology is not just about learning theories but about embarking on a journey to understand ourselves and the world around us with empathy, curiosity, and courage.
Since its inception, our department has envisioned creating a vibrant academic space where knowledge is integrated with purpose, reflection, and action. We strive to nurture students who think critically, feel deeply, and act responsibly, enabling them to become professionals who can respond to society’s evolving psychological needs with sensitivity and skill.
Here, classrooms transform into spaces of dialogue and exploration, where ideas are challenged, and diverse
perspectives are valued. Through a blend of academic rigour, research opportunities, and community engagement, our students experience psychology not as a subject confined to books but as a living discipline that shapes everyday life.
We take pride in initiatives that extend learning beyond the classroom—fieldwork, internships, mental health
awareness drives, and collaborations with organisations that allow our students to translate knowledge into meaningful community action. Our department remains committed to creating an inclusive environment where each student is encouraged to discover their potential and develop resilience and reflective thinking.
Above all, we believe that psychology empowers individuals to contribute meaningfully to society by promoting well-being, equity, and social justice. Our mission is to cultivate compassionate professionals who are prepared to serve with integrity and create positive change wherever they go. As you explore the Department of Psychology, we invite you to join us in this journey of self-discovery, lifelong learning, and service to humanity.
Dr. Priya Sahrawat
Head, Department of Psychology
St. Xavier’s College Jaipur
