IGNOU MPCE-013 Assignment 2026-27
Psychotherapeutic Methods
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 28 Oct 2026, 04:27 pm.
| Course code | MPCE-013 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Psychotherapeutic Methods |
| Programme | M.A. Psychology (MAPC)MAPC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | MPCE 013/ASST/TMA/July 2026-January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English |
About the MPCE-013 assignment
The MPCE-013 assignment covers psychotherapeutic methods, including interpersonal psychotherapy, Freud’s personality models, client-centred therapy, behaviour modification, multimodal therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy and couple therapy. It also tests understanding of selected therapeutic concepts and psychosocial issues.
This tutor-marked assignment contains 18 compulsory questions across three sections, carrying 100 marks. Section A has three 15-mark questions requiring 1,000 words each. Section B has five 5-mark questions requiring 400 words each. Section C has ten 3-mark questions requiring 50 words each.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | 3 x 15 = 45 | Explain interpersonal psychotherapy and its focus areas and techniques, Freud’s personality models and ego defences, and the goals and counselling process of client-centred therapy. |
| Section B | 5 x 5 = 25 | Discuss relational approaches to brief psychotherapy, behaviour modification, multimodal therapy, cognitive and imagery techniques in cognitive behaviour therapy, and approaches to couple therapy. |
| Section C | 10 x 3 = 30 | Write brief notes on motivational interviewing, dream analysis, transference, eclecticism versus psychotherapy integration, the miracle question, the ABC model, negative punishment, Kübler-Ross’s stages of dying, life review therapy and psychosocial tasks in middle adulthood. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Answer every question in your own words and follow the word limit specified for each section.
- Handwrite your answers; typed or printed responses are not allowed. Copying from course material can earn zero marks for the question, while copying another student’s responses can lead to rejection.
- Use A4 ruled paper, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and secure all pages properly.
- Include your enrolment number, name, full address, signature and date on the title page, along with the programme title, course code and title, assignment code and study centre name.
- Prepare a separate assignment for each course and put the relevant question number with every answer.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre, not to the Student Evaluation Division at headquarters.
- Obtain and retain a submission acknowledgement, and keep a photocopy of your completed assignment.
- If you have requested a study centre change, continue submitting to your original centre until the University officially notifies the change.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam). These follow the current listing; dates can differ by session, and the PDF gives a different September deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MPCE-013 assignment cover?
It is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions of M.A. Psychology (MAPC).
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MPCE-013?
The assignment carries 100 marks, and the official listing gives it a weightage of 30%.
How many questions must I answer, and what are the word limits?
All 18 questions are compulsory. Write 1,000 words each for the three Section A questions, 400 words each for the five Section B questions, and 50 words each for the ten Section C questions.
What are the MPCE-013 assignment submission deadlines?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session; the PDF instead lists 30 September 2027 for the January 2027 session.
Can I submit a typed MPCE-013 assignment, and where should I submit it?
No. The PDF requires handwritten answers submitted to your allotted Study Centre or Programme Study Centre. Obtain an acknowledgement and retain a photocopy.
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- MPCE-011: Psychopathology
- MPCE-012: Psychodiagnostics
- MPCE-031: Organisational Behavior
- MPCE-033: Organisational Development
Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.