Master of Arts in Psychology

1. The first purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with an advanced ability to conduct psychological research relevant to local communities.
2. The second purpose of the requirement is to lay the basis for further training (including Professional training) in Psychology.
3. The third purpose of the qualification is to provide the South African community in general and the Northern Province in specific with graduates who have advanced psychological and research expertise.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, NQF Level 8.

1. Communicate effectively.
2. Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information.
3. Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation and community.
4. Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and well-being of others.
5. Understand the world as a set of related systems.

The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes

• Conduct a research project, through all its stage (including planning, proposal writing, the writing of a Literature review, data collection, and data analysis), and publishing the outcome of the research in the form of a thesis, as well as a publishable journal article.
• Critically appraise different value systems.
• Internalise and will adhere to values that enhance human development and functioning on a personal, social, national and global level.

Integrated Assessment

• Workplace (practical placement) assessments.
• Oral examinations.
• Assessment of the thesis.
• Assessment of journal article.