Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The MA in Clinical Psychology is a two-year programme preparing students for a career in clinical psychology, focused on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions in children and adults. It is accredited by the Professional Board for Psychology for professional training of clinical psychologists; theory is taught in English.

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

What you will study

Theory covers the broad field of clinical psychology, with practical work in diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy of adults, children and families plus community projects (about 15-20 hours per week at the Welgevallen Community Psychological Clinic and community clinics). Modules: Assignment (60 credits), Psychological Assessment (50), Psychological Interventions (40), Professional Development (30) and an Internship; students registering from 2025 complete a full-year internship after the theory component and approved research proposal.

Career pathways

Clinical psychologist (subject to Professional Board registration requirements).

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Application information

Entry requirements

An Honours degree in Psychology or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate, completed with a minimum final mark of 65%, and proficiency in at least two official languages. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.

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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