Professional Master's in Psychology Programme Information & Application Process

Applications for the MA Clinical, Counselling and Research Psychology programmes will open on Tuesday, 02 April 2024 for the 2025 intake. DO NOT make use of any old documentation, the process changed significantly. ONLY make use of the NEW links on this page. No other forms will be accepted - NEVER use a previous year's documents. The links will be activated by Tuesday, 02 April 2024.
 
On this page:
- Programme Information, Content & Duration
- Yearbook Entries
- Application Processes
- Instruction Letters containing crucial information
- Important Deadlines
- International Students
- Selection Interview Dates (if shortlisted)
- Contact Details
 
1. Programme Information, Content & Duration
The Department offers three master's coursework programmes, namely Clinical, Counselling, and Research Psychology. The links below contain information regarding the programme content, duration, modules, etc., for each programme:
 
2. Yearbook Entries
The yearbook links below contain programme information and requirements for the respective programmes:
 
Admittance to any one of these programmes depends on a selection process. Further information about the application process can be obtained below.
 
3. Application Process for each Programme 
Applicants are invited to apply for any one of its Professional Master's Programmes in Psychology, namely; MA Clinical, Counselling or Research Psychology by following the compulsory processes below.
 
Please note: Preparing all the documentation to be uploaded in PDF format before starting the application process is advisable. No documents will be accepted via email, courier, or in person after the submission of either the UP Admission Application or the Departmental Application Process.
 
Step 1: Application for Admission to UP
  • Prospective students need to first complete the "Online Application for Admission" to the University of Pretoria on www.up.ac.za/online-application; and
  • Current UP (enrolled) students need to complete the "Internal Application" via Student Portal >> Student Centre >> Internal Application
Step 2: Online Departmental Application Process
  • It is essential to read the Instruction Letter for your chosen programme carefully to avoid disqualification
  • The Instruction Letters for each programme contain specific Google Form links. It is essential that you apply, making use of the relevant Online Departmental Application Form for the chosen programme
  • Only submit the supporting documentation via supplied links in the Google Forms stipulated in the Online Departmental Application (links in the instruction letter) and the Online Departmental Referee Form (links in the instruction letter)
  • Do not submit any support documents to the Department directly via email, courier or facsimile - it will not be accepted
Please note that the Departmental Referee Form will be a specific Google Form (link in the instruction letter for each programme). This link must be emailed to your two chosen referees to complete and submit. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the chosen referees complete and submit the Referee Form via the Google Form link (supplied in the instruction letter) before the closing date of 31 May 2024 at 23h55.
 
4. Instruction Letters Containing Crucial Information on the Online Departmental Application Processes
The application process will be posted via the relevant instruction letter (link below via the blue block). Click on the appropriate link (relevant blue block) below for your chosen Professional Master's Programme Instruction Letter containing crucial information. The link for each programme instruction letter will be activated by Tuesday, 02 April 2024).
 
4a. MA Clinical Psychology Application
  • Applications will open on Tuesday, 02 April 2024
  • Click on the image (blue block) below to download and read the Compulsory Instruction Letter (link will be activated by 02 April 2024
  • Applications close 31 May 2024 - NO late applications or documentation will be accepted
 
 
 
 
 
4b. MA Counselling Psychology Application
  • Applications will open on Tuesday, 02 April 2024
  • Click on the image (blue block) below to download and read the Compulsory Instruction Letter (link will be activated by 02 April 2024)
  • Applications close 31 May 2024 - NO late applications or documentation will be accepted
 
 
 
 
 
4c. MA Research Psychology Application
  • Applications will open on Tuesday, 02 April 2024
  • Click on the image (blue block) below to download and read the Compulsory Instruction Letter (link will be activated by 02 April 2024)
  • Applications close 31 May 2024 - NO late applications or documentation will be accepted
 
 
 
 
 
5. Important Deadlines
  • Applications, including uploading of all supporting documents for the MA Clinical, Counselling and Research Psychology programmes, close on 31 May 2023 at 23h55
  • The closing dates are relevant to both the UP Admission and Online Departmental Application Process. No late applications will be considered, nor will it be accepted via email, courier or facsimile
6. International Applicants
  • All South African applicants who completed a foreign qualification must have the qualification evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before applying to the University of Pretoria for possible selection.
  • A foreign qualification can be defined as a degree completed outside of South Africa, in another country such as Botswana, UK, USA or other.
  • Please visit the Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications (SAQA) webpage for more information.
  • The SAQA certificate indicates qualification equivalence and should be submitted as part of the application process
7. Selection Interview Dates for each Programme
Invited candidates need to avail themselves during the respective interview dates listed below:
 
7a. MA Clinical Psychology:
  • 12 to 16 Aug 2024: Selection Week at the University of Pretoria (for shortlisted applicants only)
  • Additional information will be released to shortlisted applicants
7b. MA Counselling Psychology:
  • 28 to 29 Aug 2024: Virtual Interviews (shortlisted applicants only)
  • 02 to 06 Sep 2024: Preparation and Submission of Written Tasks (shortlisted applicants only)
  • 09 to 13 Sep 2024: Contact Based Group, Role Play Sessions and Panel Interviews (shortlisted applicants only)
7c. MA Research Psychology:
  • 19 & 20 Aug 2024: Virtual Interviews (shortlisted applicants only)
  • 26 Aug 2024:        In-person Assessment, Group Assessment, and Individual Presentation (selected shortlisted applicants only)
8. Contact Details
Contact the Professional Master's Programme Administrative Coordinator for assistance or information via [email protected]
- Author Juanita Haug

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