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Master of Philosophy in Addiction Psychiatry at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Master of Philosophy in Addiction Psychiatry is a two-year programme whose modules are taught through a student-centred approach using didactic methods, interactive learning and group work to stimulate critical thinking.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences  |  Department: Psychiatry  |  Duration: Two years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

First-year modules begin with Ethics of Addiction.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme-specific: a Master of Medicine in Psychiatry, a fellowship of the College of Psychiatrists of South Africa, or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate; and HPCSA registration as a medical practitioner in the independent practice category or as specialist psychiatrist.

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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