Psychology

The defining characteristic of this qualification is that you will be required to demonstrate high-level research capability and make a significant and original academic contribution at the frontiers of the discipline or field. This work must be of a quality to satisfy peer review and merit publication. This Psychology program is offered at the University of South Africa (UNISA).

Programme Structure

Structure:

• The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, an oral defence (viva voce) and two manuscripts, based on the candidate's research, submitted for publication to a recognised accredited journal.
• Proof of the submission of the manuscripts is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 88

Other requirements

General requirements

• A master's degree in a relevant discipline with an average of 60%. In addition to these requirements, applicants must submit a transcript or an academic record, as well as a document describing their intended research.
• All students with foreign qualifications, including those with qualifications from African countries, must have their qualifications evaluated at SAQA.

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International (Non-residents): 2,044 AUD / year ≈ 23,660 ZAR / year
• Domestic (Citizens or residents): 2,044 AUD / year ≈ 23,660 ZAR / year

Living costs

Johannesburg, South Africa: 729-1,040 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.