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MA in Research Psychology (Coursework) at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This two-year MA in Research Psychology is split equally between coursework and a research component, training specialist researchers. Graduates can apply for registration as a research psychologist with the HPCSA.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: Department of Psychology  |  Duration: 2 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa closing 31/05/2026; International closing 31/05/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A core coursework curriculum plus a mini-dissertation (with an accompanying draft journal article) on a topic approved by the department and the Faculty's Postgraduate and Research Ethics Committee.

Career pathways

Eligibility to apply for registration as a research psychologist with the Professional Board for Psychology at the HPCSA.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Social Sciences Honours or Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology, or a relevant honours degree (NQF level 8), with a weighted average of at least 70%. Selection uses academic ranking plus written submissions, interviews and practical tasks.

Intake: South Africa closing 31/05/2026; International closing 31/05/2026

Duration: 2 years, full-time

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