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Bachelor of Social Work at South African College of Applied Psychology (Pty) Ltd

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

Programme overview

A professional four-year NQF Level 8 degree (SAQA ID 117973) with an undergraduate entry point, registered with the SACSSP, preparing graduates for social work registration. It includes 1100 supervised hours of work integrated learning over the four years.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Work & Community Development  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Term 1; applications open 2 July 2026 and close 28 February 2027  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Thirty modules covering social work practice, ethics, management and administration of social service delivery, with a strong practical component.

Career pathways

Social workers can find employment in social development, social policy, community development, child and family welfare and domestic violence and child abuse services; graduates can progress to a Master of Social Work.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 50% in English and an achievement rating of 4 (50-59%) or better in five recognised 20-credit subjects (Life Orientation not included); or Senior Certificate (pre-2008) with endorsement, English and Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy at Standard Grade or better; or a Higher Certificate (NQF 5), Advanced Certificate or cognate Diploma; or RPL with a portfolio of evidence. A screening and selection process including an interview applies.

ZAR 65,197 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 R68,629.00. 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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