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Stellenbosch University

Master of Philosophy in Public Mental Health

The Master of Philosophy in Public Mental Health in Psychology is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 2 YEARS.

Master of Philosophy in Public Mental Health offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

The specific purpose of this MPhil programme is to facilitate the development of mental health-related leadership and capacity in Africa.

This research programme, which requires a minimum of one year of study, focuses on the acquisition and broadening of specialised knowledge in a specific area of public mental health. 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.

The programme will require the completion of a module in advanced research methodology for public mental health; and the preparation of a dissertation of 20,000 words in a required field of public mental health. Modes of delivery will include traditional lecture, Internet and mobile telecommunications activities and resources.

Programme Structure

This research programme focuses on the acquisition and broadening of specialised knowledge in a specific area of Public Mental Health. It also aims to develop research skills, particularly with respect to the planning and execution of research and the reporting of research results. The programme is designed to be relevant and accessible to full-time working health and development professionals.

The programme requires the preparation of a thesis of a minimum of 20,000 words in a required field of public mental health. The thesis may be submitted in either monograph or publication-ready format. The thesis must be related to the ongoing work you are conducting in your work environment. You must do additional course work in support of the development of a research proposal.

Programme Content

Compulsory Modules

Thesis (Public Mental Health) 872(180)

 

Assessment and Examination

A thesis that is assessed according to the regulations of Stellenbosch University for Master's theses.