Program Overview
The Honours Programme in Psychology at Stellenbosch University is a Master programme in Psychology over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Honours Programme in Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Honours Programme in Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Psychotherapy
- Research Methodology
- Social Psychology
- Career Psychology
- Community Psychology
- Family Psychology
- Child Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Psychological Development of Women
- Psychology, Health and Disability
- Compulsory research assignment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission into the Honours programme in Psychology a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, with a major in Psychology which was passed with at least 65%, is required. A higher performance cut-off for Psychology 3 may be set in a given year, depending on the number and achievement level of applicants. Admission into the programme is dependent upon selection based on academic achievement, and takes place in November of the preceding year. The annual closing date for applications is 31 October.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
31 August 2025
About Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch University
Western Cape, South Africa
Stellenbosch University (SU) is a public research university situated in Stellenbosch, a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Stellenbosch University received full university status...
University Profile- Application Deadline 31 August 2025
- Start Date August 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months