Program Overview
The Psychology (Thesis) at University of the Western Cape is a MA 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 Psychology (Thesis) 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
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology (Thesis) programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 1st Enrolment Code
- Psychology Masters Thesis 801
- 2nd Enrolment Code
- Psychology Masters Thesis 802
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be admitted to the programme, an honours degree in Psychology, BPsych or 4-year equivalent qualification, approved by the Senate, is required together with a proposal.
- If in the opinion of the selection committee, the relevant honours degree is deficient,
additional work may be required.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of the Western Cape
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
TheUniversity of the Western Cape(UWC;Afrikaans:Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland) is apublicresearch universityinBellville, nearCape Town, South Africa. The university was established in 1959 by...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
