1. Honours degree in Arts Therapies  or relevant honours degree (e.g. psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, social work or education) or relevant four-year bachelor’s degree
2. A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% for the honours degree or the four-year bachelor's degree
3. Psychology passed at final-year level. In the case of mature students, selected psychology modules are specified in order to meet the admission requirements.
4. Practical audition
5. Portfolio
6. Interview
7. Written application form

Limited spaces available

Audition-interviews assess the following:

• Previous academic record (four-year degree with psychology to third year level)
• Assessing musical and art abilities: performance on first instrument, level of musical proficiency on keyboard and guitar, aural skills (sight-singing, intervals), use of voice (sight-singing, vocal improvisation) and improvisation skills
• In-depth interview exploring the candidate's personal issues and insights in terms of working with a range of client groups, and assessing psychological and emotional stamina for undertaking the training course

Selection is based on:

• Academic performance of the previous degree (40%)
• Proficiency in the relevant arts medium (20%)
• Potential to apply the art form therapeutically (15%)
• Ability to build rapport with clients (10%)
• Life experience (5%)
• Insight (5%); and
• Maturity (5%)

The Faculty of Humanities provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential. You will be entering a stimulating environment that will broaden your intellectual horizons and help you achieve personal and professional success through the best possible learning experience.

As the most diverse Faculty of the University of Pretoria, we offer an exciting and comprehensive range of programmes and discipline-based majors, including studies in languages, social sciences and visual and performing arts.