Study Psychology in South Africa 🇿🇦

South Africa offers 26 Psychology programs across 15 universities.

26 Programs

15 Universities

8% Scholarships

Why South Africa for Psychology?

Living Cost

$6,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (19) Master (4) PhD (3)

Top Universities for Psychology in South Africa

University of Cape Town

Cape Town · National rank #1 · QS #150

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

University of Pretoria

Pretoria · National rank #3 · QS #362

PhD in Psychology · PhD

University of Johannesburg

Johannesburg · National rank #3 · QS #308

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Durban · National rank #4 · QS #558

Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) · Bachelor

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Pretoria · National rank #7 · QS #851

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

Nelson Mandela University

Port Elizabeth · National rank #9

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

University of the Western Cape

Cape Town · National rank #10 · QS #951

Doctor of Philosophy Psychology · PhD Master of Arts (Psychology) · Master

Rhodes University

Grahamstown · National rank #11 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology · Bachelor

University of Zululand

KwaDlangezwa · National rank #15 · QS #1000

Psychology · Bachelor

University of Venda

Thohoyandou · National rank #19

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

University of Mpumalanga

Mbombela · National rank #25

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

Sol Plaatje University

Kimberley · National rank #25

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor

The Independent Institute of Education (IIE)

Johannesburg

IIE Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor IIE Master of Arts in Industrial and Organisational Psychology · Master IIE Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology · Bachelor

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Midrand

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and HR Management · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Political Science · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Linguistics · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and English Literature Studies · Bachelor

SACAP (South African College of Applied Psychology)

Cape Town

Master of Social Science in Psychology · Master Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych) Equivalent · Bachelor Master of Social Science in Psychology (Research) · Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology · PhD

All Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of Cape Town

PhD in Psychology

University of Pretoria

Doctor of Philosophy Psychology

University of the Western Cape

Master of Arts (Psychology)

University of the Western Cape

Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology

Rhodes University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of Venda

Psychology

University of Zululand

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of Mpumalanga

IIE Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The Independent Institute of Education (IIE)

IIE Master of Arts in Industrial and Organisational Psychology

The Independent Institute of Education (IIE)

IIE Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology

The Independent Institute of Education (IIE)

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and HR Management

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Sol Plaatje University

Master of Social Science in Psychology

SACAP (South African College of Applied Psychology)

Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych) Equivalent

SACAP (South African College of Applied Psychology)

Master of Social Science in Psychology (Research)

SACAP (South African College of Applied Psychology)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology

SACAP (South African College of Applied Psychology)

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Political Science

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Linguistics

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and English Literature Studies

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of South Africa (UNISA)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Psychology in South Africa?

Tuition for Psychology programs in South Africa varies by university. 8% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $6k.

What are the English language requirements for Psychology in South Africa?

English-taught Psychology programs in South Africa typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Psychology programs are in South Africa?

Abroadly lists 26 Psychology programs at 15 universities across South Africa. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Is South Africa a good country for Psychology students?

South Africa is a strong choice for Psychology with 15 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English.

What degree levels are available for Psychology in South Africa?

In South Africa, Psychology programs are offered at: Bachelor (19 programs), PhD (3 programs), Master (4 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.