Masters Psychology (Thesis) Coordinator : Dr Chrisma Pretorius
E-mail Enquiries: andrews@sun.ac.za
Masters Psychology (Thesis)
Kode:
18414 - 878
Admission and selection requirements
For admission
into the programme an Honours degree obtained with a minimum average of 65%, or
an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University, is required.
Applications must be accompanied by a brief, preliminary research proposal.
Programme structure and contents
This programme,
which requires a minimum of one year of study, focuses on the acquisition and
broadening of knowledge in a specific area of Psychology. It also aims at the
development of research skills, particularly with respect to the planning and
execution of research and the reporting of research results.
It entails the completion of a thesis (180 credits), the topic of which is
determined in consultation with a supervisor. It is preferable that the study
forms part of an existing departmental research project and, where possible,
focuses on a psychosocial problem within the South African context. The thesis
may be written in Afrikaans or English. On completion of the thesis, in
consultation with the supervisor, students are expected to prepare a paper for
publication which is based on their
research.
Assessment
The thesis is examined
according to the University's regulations for the examination of masters theses
as stipulated in the section on advanced degrees in Part 1 of the Prospectus.
The MA Psychology (by Thesis) Departmental form 2022, will be uploaded before the Stellenbosch University Online Application Process opens 6 April 2021
Enquiries
Programme co-ordinator: Dr Chrisma Pretorius
Email: chrismapretorius@sun.ac.za
Postgraduation Administrative Officer: Ms Gaynohl Andrews (email: andrews@sun.ac.za)
Tel.: (021) 808 3461
For
information about bursaries contact General
Enquires
For information about accommodation contact info@sun.ac.za