Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Research degree of at least two years focused on acquiring and broadening knowledge in a specific area of psychology at an advanced level, by dissertation only (360 credits) with no formal coursework. The topic is set with a supervisor and preferably forms part of an existing departmental research project. It involves no professional training and is not registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences | Department: Psychology | Duration: Three years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single compulsory dissertation module, Psychology 978 (360 credits). Some applicants may be required to attend skills courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Master's degree in Psychology or an equivalent qualification acceptable under University regulations. Supporting documents: CV, evidence of academic work, summary of Master's research (3-5 pages) and a research proposal.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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