Bachelor of Psychology at Walter Sisulu University

Programme overview

This 4-year degree is meant to train students on various processes of cognition, human development and behaviour.

Faculty: Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Department of Psychology | Duration: 4 years | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Career options listed on the page include Advertising; Correctional Services Officer; Law enforcer; Public Relations Officer; Counsellor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

With National Senior Certificate (Bachelor’s): • Achievement rating of a minimum of 28 NSC point score. • Level 4 (50-59%) in English Home Language OR 5 (60-69%) English Second language. • 4 (50-59%) in isiXhosa or any other African Language. • 4 (50-59%) in any other three (3) subjects which are not included in the above list excluding Life Orientation and Mathematical Literacy. Through Mature age exemption for applicants in possession of the Senior Certificate: • as per rule 1.7 of the WSU General Rules & Regulations. • In case of the old Senior Certificate, a pass with symbol D (SG) or E (HG) in English and IsiXhosa and any other school subjects will be required for admission. • NB. All students who need to be admitted into the Bachelor of Psychology Programme will be required to undergo an entrance interview.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process

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