Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting February 2027

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL iBT: 79

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Psychology

Overview

It entails the completion of a dissertation (360 credits), the topic of which is determined in consultation with a supervisor.

Features

It is preferable that the study forms part of an existing departmental research project context.
The Psychology degree at Stellenbosch University is by dissertation only and there is no formal requirement for course-work.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

This is a research degree, and there is no professional training.
The degree is not registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 79

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application form.
In addition, at the time of formal application, or preferably before this, applications must be accompanied by a brief, preliminary research topic of the prospective study with clear objectives and a research question (not more than 1000 words), as well as a CV. These must be sent to andrews@sun.ac.za
The department receives many more applications than we can accept, and we encourage enquiries throughout the year. Key to acceptance is the availability of a research supervisor with the expertise and availability to take on the project.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International

Non-residents: 1,855 AUD / year (≈ 21,544 ZAR / year)

Domestic

Citizens or residents: 1,855 AUD / year (≈ 21,544 ZAR / year)

Living costs

Stellenbosch, South Africa

657-916 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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