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Master’s in Clinical Sexology & Psychosexual Counselling (With Mandatory Thesis, Final Presentation & MCQ-Based Evaluation) WNHO Institute of Sexology – Pune Programme Description The Master’s in Clinical Sexology & Psychosexual Counselling offered by the WNHO Institute of Sexology is a comprehensive, postgraduate-level academic and clinical programme designed to create highly skilled professionals in the field of sexual medicine, psychosexual counselling, and relationship therapy. The programme integrates advanced theoretical instruction, structured clinical exposure, counselling psychology, and evidence-based medical practice. This Master’s programme places strong emphasis on research competence, clinical reasoning, and academic evaluation. It therefore includes mandatory thesis submission with final presentation and viva, along with systematic MCQ-based assessments to ensure conceptual clarity and standardised knowledge evaluation. ________________________________________ Programme Objectives • To develop advanced clinical competence in diagnosing and managing sexual and psychosexual disorders • To train candidates in structured psychosexual counselling and therapeutic interventions • To integrate medical, psychological, behavioural, and preventive approaches in sexual health care • To strengthen research orientation through compulsory thesis work and academic presentation • To ensure academic rigour and objective evaluation through MCQ-based assessments ________________________________________ Core Academic & Clinical Domains • Advanced Human Sexuality & Sexual Medicine • Male Sexual Disorders and Andrology • Female Sexual Dysfunction & Reproductive Sexual Health • Psychosexual Disorders, Paraphilias & Behavioural Issues • Couple Therapy, Relationship Counselling & Marital Sexual Problems • Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation & Psychosexual Variations • Psychosexual Assessment Tools, Diagnostics & Case Documentation • Medical, Psychological & Integrative Treatment Protocols • Ethics, Law, Consent & Professional Practice in Sexology • Research Methodology, Biostatistics & Scientific Writing ________________________________________ Mandatory Thesis & Final Presentation • Every candidate must undertake an original research or clinically oriented thesis under the supervision of an approved WNHO faculty guide • Thesis topics may include clinical outcome studies, counselling intervention analysis, epidemiological surveys, or systematic reviews • Submission of a written thesis in the prescribed academic format is compulsory • A final oral thesis presentation and viva voce before an academic review panel is mandatory • Successful defence of the thesis is essential for the award of the Master’s degree ________________________________________ MCQ-Based Academic Evaluation • Structured MCQ solving modules are incorporated throughout the programme • MCQs are designed to assess: o Conceptual understanding o Clinical decision-making o Diagnostic reasoning o Ethical and legal awareness • MCQ assessments form an integral component of internal and final evaluations, ensuring academic standardisation and objective assessment ________________________________________ Training Methodology • Advanced online and/or hybrid academic sessions • Case-based learning and clinical discussions • Supervised psychosexual counselling practice • Regular MCQ assessments, assignments, and module-wise evaluations • Personalised academic mentoring and thesis supervision ________________________________________ Eligibility • MBBS / BAMS / BHMS / BDS / MD / MS / DGO / DPM • Clinical Psychologists and Counselling Psychologists (as per programme norms) • Allied healthcare professionals are subject to academic screening ________________________________________ Certification On successful completion of all academic modules, clinical requirements, MCQ-based evaluations, mandatory thesis submission, and final thesis presentation & viva, candidates will be awarded: Master’s in Clinical Sexology & Psychosexual Counselling Issued by WNHO Institute of Sexology, Pune ________________________________________ Career Opportunities • Consultant Clinical Sexologist • Psychosexual Counsellor & Therapist • Sexual Health Specialist in Hospitals and Wellness Centres • Academic Faculty, Trainer, or Research Associate • Independent Clinical Practice in Sexual & Relationship Health ________________________________________ If required, Dr Maheshwari, I can further prepare: • Detailed semester-wise curriculum and credit structure • MCQ blueprint and examination pattern • Thesis guidelines, plagiarism policy, and evaluation rubric • Website, brochure, and regulatory-compliant prospectus content Please let me know your preferred next step. Doctorate in Clinical Sexology & Psychosexual Counselling for WNHO Institute Description includes Mandatory Thesis Presentation. & appointed to our Institute Panel as Guide for New Students. Doctorate in Clinical Sexology & Psychosexual Counselling (With Mandatory Thesis, Final Presentation & Appointment as Institute Guide) WNHO Institute of Sexology – Pune