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Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Majoring in Psychology and Criminology) at South African College of Applied Psychology (Pty) Ltd

South African College of Applied Psychology (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

Programme overview

An NQF Level 7 degree (SAQA ID 90844) combining psychology and criminology, covering how individuals think and behave alongside the social and systemic drivers of crime, victimisation and justice responses. It includes a project-based, two-term work integrated learning module at NQF 7.

Faculty: Faculty of Applied Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time (campus), 5 years part-time (online)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Term 1; applications close 28 February 2027  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Twenty-six modules combining psychology and criminology with a project-based work integrated learning module.

Career pathways

Graduates may be eligible for entry-level roles in community safety and support (crime prevention, youth diversion, victim support) and criminal justice settings such as support roles within the Department of Correctional Services, and can progress to postgraduate study in criminology or psychology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 45% in English and an achievement rating of 4 (50-59%) or better in four recognised 20-credit subjects; or NCV Level 4 with at least 60% in three fundamental subjects including English and at least 70% in four vocational subjects; or Senior Certificate (pre-2008) with endorsement and English at Standard Grade or better; or a Higher Certificate (NQF 5), Advanced Certificate or cognate Diploma. Applicants not meeting these may apply through RPL with a portfolio of evidence.

ZAR 83,584 a year (2026). 2026 fee schedule, Cape Town campus, full-time, Year 1 tuition on Payment Option 1 (annual upfront, already includes SACAP's 5% early settlement discount); total tuition across the termly plan is R87,984.00. Excludes the annual registration fee, textbooks Source

Applications are made online with supporting documents and proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee (the amount depends on the course); after acceptance the registration fee is paid to secure the place.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.sacap.edu.za/

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Degree
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Next intake
Term 1; applications open 2 July 2026 and close 30 October 2026

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