Colleges and Universities Offering Ph.D in Psychology in South Africa

Ph.D in Psychology offers advanced knowledge and skills in the field of psychology. This rigorous program equips students with the expertise needed to conduct independent research, contribute to the advancement of the discipline and enhance psychological practice. Students engage in in-depth exploration of various areas such as;
-Cognitive psychology
-Social psychology
-Clinical psychology
-Educational psychology.

Graduates of this program unlock a wide range of career opportunities across diverse sectors including:
1. Academic and research positions
2. Clinical psychologists
3. Counseling psychologists
4. Marriage and family therapists
5. Organizational psychologists
6. Forensic psychologists
7. Educational psychologists
8. Rehabilitation psychologists
9. Human resource specialists
10. Mental health consultants

Institutions Offering Ph.D in Psychology

•  University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
  Entry Requirements:
  Entrance requirements include the following:
  - A minimum aggregate mark of 70% in the Master's degree (NQF level 9).
  
  - Submission of a concept paper that outlines the proposed PhD project, and which is found to meet the requirements for PhD level study by the School's PhD committee (See information below on how to write a concept paper).
  
  - The availability of a supervisor for the proposed project.
  
  
  
  Course Duration:
  2 years (Full time)
  5 years (Part time)
•  University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg  
  Admission requirements:
  
  -To be eligible for registration, prospective candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology or a closely related discipline. The final decision regarding eligibility is a Faculty of Humanities and Senate matter.
  
  Duration of programme: 3 years
•  University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
  Admission Requirements:
  Relevant master’s degree
  A weighted average of at least 65% for the research component of the master’s degree
  An admissions essay or an admissions examination may be required.
  
  Duration of study:
  2 years, full-time.
•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  Specific Admission Requirements:
  A Master’s degree in Psychology or an equivalent qualification which is acceptable according to the regulations of the University.
  
  Course Duration: 2 year
  
•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  Course Entry Requirements:
  (a) A Relevant Master’s Degree or equivalent qualification.
  
  Course Duration:
  (a) A minimum of two years.
  (b) A maximum of four years.
•  Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria  
  

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