Which universities offer psychology in South Africa?

Many public universities offer psychology, like UCT, Wits, UP, UJ, Stellenbosch, and UNISA. The ones we found are listed above. At some universities psychology is a major inside a BA or BSc, so also check the university's own site.

Which university is best for psychology in South Africa?

There is no single best one for the degree. What matters most is getting into a Master's later, which is competitive everywhere. Choose by your marks, your money, and where you live.

Can I study psychology online or by distance?

Yes, the degree and Honours can be studied by distance, for example through UNISA. But the professional Master's needs in-person practical training.

Do all universities need the same APS for psychology?

No. The marks change from one university to the next. Check each one, or use the APS calculator.

Where to study psychology in South Africa: every university

Where can you study psychology at university?

You can study psychology at 11 public universities in South Africa. Each one asks for a different mark to get in, and a few use their own points system instead of APS. Tap a university to open its page, or work out your APS to see which ones you can get into.

Work out your APS

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan UniversityEastern Cape North West UniversityNorth West Stellenbosch UniversityWestern Cape The University of South AfricaGauteng University of JohannesburgGauteng University of LimpopoLimpopo University of PretoriaGauteng University of the Free StateFree State University of VendaLimpopo University of ZululandKwaZulu-Natal Walter Sisulu UniversityEastern Cape

Studying at a college

Do TVET colleges offer psychology? No. TVET colleges do not offer psychology. It is a university subject, and becoming a psychologist needs a university Master's. Some private colleges offer psychology and counselling degrees. Always check any college is registered and its qualification is accredited by the HPCSA.

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