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Master of Education in Educational Psychology (coursework) at University of Zululand

University of Zululand, South Africa

Programme overview

The Master of Education in Educational Psychology (coursework; 3MED03, NQF level 9, 180 credits) is an applied, full-time programme leading towards HPCSA registration as an Educational Psychologist; it runs over two years, one full-time academic year plus a twelve-month internship.

Faculty: Faculty of Education  |  Department: Educational Psychology and Special Education  |  Duration: 2 years: one full-time academic year plus a twelve-month internship  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January  |  Location: KwaDlangezwa, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Coursework modules including Psychological Assessment, Counselling, Therapeutic Intervention Procedures and a mini-dissertation, followed by a twelve-month internship; at least 50% is required in each written paper and the oral examination to proceed to the internship.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Psychology I, II and III at undergraduate level plus honours in psychology (NQF level 8 or equivalent), with an aggregate of at least 65% at honours; a teaching qualification is an added advantage but not a prerequisite. Candidates register with the HPCSA as psychology students.

Closing dates: Honours and Master's by coursework end of October; Master's and Doctoral studies by research 28 February. Non-refundable application fee: R150 for local students, R250 for international students, paid by deposit with proof of payment enclosed with the application form.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unizulu.ac.za/apply/

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