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Stellenbosch University

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology in Psychology is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 2 YEARS.

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

The PhD programmes in Psychology is based on research leading to a dissertation, contributing 100% to the final mark. Research in this programme is usually part of departmental research projects. These include projects on:

• Culture and mental health
• Women's mental health
• Family well-being
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder
• Sexuality and HIV/Aids
• Childhood fears
• Applied community psychology
• Aggression
• Other research interests of the academic staff

Programme Structure

The doctoral programme in Psychology focuses on the broadening of knowledge in a specific area of Psychology.

Programme Content

Compulsory Module

Psychology 978(360)

 

Assessment and Examination

A dissertation that is assessed according to the regulations of Stellenbosch University. You must do an oral examination in addition to the dissertation.