CUET Psychology 2024: Preparation Tips, Scoring Topics, Weightage

Ankita Jha

Updated On: May 14, 2024 11:31 AM | CUET

CUET Psychology 2024 preparation tips will help candidates score good in CUET exam. Check the topics of high weightage and important topics in this article. 
CUET Psychology 2024: Preparation Tips, Scoring Topics, Weightage

Aspirants looking forward to appearing for the CUET Psychology domain should amp up their preparation. The exam is scheduled to be conducted from May 15, 2024 to May 24, 2024. NTA has released the admit card for candidates appearing in pen-and-paper exams from May 15- May 18. Candidates must fill in their application number and date of birth to download the admit card through the direct link below.

CUET 2024 Admit Card - Direct Link (Activated)

Also the NTA has published the Exam City Intimation Slip 2024 (Out). The aspirants should download the slip from the direct link provided below:

CUET Exam City Intimation Slip 2024 - Direct Link Activated

For more details on CUET Psychology 2024 preparation tips, scoring topics, weightage, keep reading!

CUET Psychology Syllabus 2024

The psychology syllabus for CUET 2024 is divided into 9 different units. All the Psychology units carry almost equal weightage and are equally important; students must focus on all the topics. The students of Psychology choose wide range of courses in Psychology and they take Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, Human Psychology, and various other specializations as per their interest. The psychology syllabus for CUET 2024 includes a variety of topics such as Psychological Disorders, Attitude, Self and Personality, Meeting Life Challenges, and Social Cognition, etc. The students can check the detailed CUET Psychology syllabus 2024 given below before checking the CUET Psychology 2024 preparation tips.

Also Read : CUET 2024 Psychology Syllabus (Released): Check Topics, Pattern, Download PDF

Preparation Tips for CUET Psychology 2024

The students who wish to qualify for CUET 2024 entrance examination must consider important preparation tips to score the maximum marks. However, in order to achieve the same, the candidates must go through the CUET Psychology 2024 preparation tips mentioned below:

  • The students must go through the detailed syllabus, understand the CUET 2024 syllabus and divide the syllabus into multiple sections for effective preparation. They must ensure that they are going through all the topics.

  • The students must know about the CUET 2024 examination pattern and develop their strategies accordingly to attempt only the desired number of questions

  • The candidates must follow the weightage assigned for each topic so that they can do focused revision.

  • One must think critically about the topics read by them.

Brief Preparation Strategy for CUET Psychology 2024

A comprehensive preparation strategy is a must for qualifying any entrance examination. The students who wish to excel in the CUET 2024 Psychology examination must adhere to some of the common CUET Psychology 2024 preparation tips and strategies as mentioned below in the given article.

Knowledge about the syllabus

The knowledge about the CUET 2024 syllabus is primary and students must check the detailed syllabus so that they do not leave any topic which is important. The knowledge about the syllabus always boosts confidence and helps in creating awareness about the strengths and weaknesses of the syllabus. The student must prepare their schedule as per the content of the syllabus.

Prepare a Timetable

Time management is the most crucial factor for effective preparation. One must make a workable time table that they can follow. The students must make a time table considering the topics that they are confident about and where they have to devote extra time. Managing your time judiciously is one of the core values that are expected of every aspirant.

Consistency and Punctuality

To prepare for psychology for CUET, a disciplined and consistent approach is very crucial. The students must be very punctual about their time table and they must maintain a level of consistency in their study without taking any break. Only a focused study can bring fruitful results.  A suitable routine also reduces unnecessary efforts and acts as guidance in the journey of preparation for CUET 2024.

Practice and Revision

Revision is as important as the study throughout the year. One must practice CUET 2024 mock test papers as much as possible and must go through previous year question papers in order to understand the concept in a refined manner. Practice always intends to make students better in terms of knowledge and confidence.

Stay Fit and Healthy

The students must ensure that they remain fit and healthy during the time of preparation and also mentally fit for the examination. A healthy mind is a must to give examinations with a relaxed approach.  Clarity (of the syllabus), concentration (towards your goal), and consistency (with your effort), can actually help students to prepare effectively for CUET Psychology 2024.

Also Read : CUET Preparation Tips 2024: Preparation Strategy, Exam Strategy, Revision Tips

Scoring Topics of CUET Psychology 2024 and Weightage

The students who want to score well in CUET Psychology 2024 entrance examination must focus on those topics that are high scoring and also carry maximum weightage. One can check the list of important topics from the syllabus and the weightage of those topics in percentage as per previous year question papers.

Topics

Weightage in Percentage

Individual differences in human functioning; Assessment of psychological attributes; Intelligence: Individual differences in intelligence; Theories of intelligence; Culture and intelligence; Special abilities: Aptitude — nature, and measurement; Creativity; Emotional intelligence.

12%

Self-esteem, self-efficacy, and self-regulation; Culture and self; Concept of personality; Major approaches — Type and Trait, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Behavioural, Cultural; Assessment of personality: Self-report measures, behavioral analysis, and projective measures.

12%

Nature, types and sources of stress; Effects on psychological functioning and health; Coping with stress; Promoting a positive health and well-being

10%

Concepts of abnormality and psychological disorders; Classification of disorders; Factors underlying abnormal behavior; Major psychological disorders – Anxiety, Somatic, Dissociative, Mood, Schizophrenic, Developmental and Behavioural-Substance use related.

12%

Nature and process of therapy: Therapeutic relationship; Types of therapies: Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Cognitive, Behaviour and Bio-medical; Alternative therapies — Yoga, Meditation; Rehabilitation of mentally ill

10%

Explaining social behavior: Impression formation and explaining the behavior of others through attributions; Social cognition; Schemas and stereotypes; Nature and components of attitudes; Attitude formation and change; Behaviour in the presence of others; Pro-social behavior; Prejudice and discrimination; Strategies for handling prejudice.

12%

Conformity, Obedience, and Compliance; Cooperation and Competition; Nature and formation of groups; Types of groups; Social identity; Influence of the group on individual behavior; Intergroup conflicts; Conflict resolution strategies.

10%

Human-environment relationship; Environmental effects on human behavior: Noise, pollution, crowding, natural disasters; Promoting pro-environmental behavior; Psychology and social concerns: Aggression, Violence, and Peace, Discrimination and Poverty, health, the impact of television on behavior

12%

Effective psychological skills: Observational skills, Interviewing skills, Testing skills, Counselling skills — empathy, authenticity, positive regard, and Communication skills — listening.

10%

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