University of the Western Cape UWC Clinical Psychology Masters Application
The Department of Psychology at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) offers several advanced degree programs in psychology. Here’s a summary of each:
MA Clinical Psychology (MPsych)
Purpose: Leads to registration as a clinical psychologist.
Contact: mpsychuwc@gmail.com
Additional Info: FAQs and brochure are available for detailed information.
BA Honours Psychology
Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.
Application Process: Invitations to complete a Departmental Application Form (DAF) for eligible applicants.
Contact: psych-honours@uwc.ac.za
Additional Info: FAQs and prospectus provide detailed information on the program structure and content.
MA Research Psychology (MResearch)
Purpose: Leads to registration as a Research Psychologist.
Mode: Full-time only, including coursework, practical research activities, and a mini-thesis.
Contact: psych-mresearch@uwc.ac.za
Additional Info: FAQs and brochure available.
MA Psychology (Thesis Only)
Nature: Purely academic, unstructured master’s degree by thesis. Does not lead to professional registration.
Application Info: Detailed instructions in the MA Psychology (Thesis) Brochure 2025-2026.
Contact: psych-mthesis@uwc.ac.za
Additional Info: Brochure and “How to Become a Psychologist” information available.
Doctorate in Psychology (PhD)
Format: Unstructured doctoral degree by thesis.
Admission Process: Requires consultation with the department prior to registration.
Contact: psych-phd@uwc.ac.za
Additional Info: Information on staff research areas for guidance and supervision is available.
For all these programs, it’s important to review the respective FAQs and brochures for comprehensive details. If you have specific queries not addressed in these documents, the provided email contacts are the best way to get more information.
UWC Online Application Guide:
Accessing the Application Portal: Visit our dedicated online application portal at UWC Application Portal to access the official application forms for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Key Dates: Stay informed about crucial deadlines by visiting our UWC Online Application Date 2025-2026 page.
Need Assistance? If you encounter any difficulties accessing the UWC Online Application or have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us through our official website. Alternatively, you can leave a comment below, and we aim to respond within 48 hours.
We look forward to welcoming new students to our vibrant academic community at UWC!
