Psychology is a discipline dedicated to understanding human behavior and mental processes.
The field seeks to understand and address mental health challenges, promoting social justice, and fostering individual well-being.
Psychologist earn within the range of R200 000 to R870 000 per year.
Career Opportunities in Psychology
The field of psychology offers a wide range of career paths, from clinical psychology to counseling and research.
Some popular roles include:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Counseling Psychologist
- School Psychologist
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
- Research Psychologist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Educational Psychologist
Fields of Study
To pursue a career in psychology, individuals typically need a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field.
For advanced roles, such as clinical or counseling psychology, a Master’s or Doctoral degree is often required.
South African psychologists often focus on issues such as: Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), HIV/AIDS, Mental health in marginalized communities, Cultural psychology, and Educational psychology.
Psychology Bursaries
These are bursaries and scholarships that fund Psychology studies:
- Capitec Bank Bursary
- Cipla Bursary
- CSG Bursary
- Department of Correctional Services Bursary
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Exxaro Bursary
- Gallagher Foundation Scholarship
- Gauteng Department of Health Bursary
- Gauteng Department of Social Development Bursary
- Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park Bursary
- KZN Department of Health Bursary
- LegalWise Bursary
- Mbuyelo Bursary
- Mediclinic Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Ninety One Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursaries
- Oasis Bursary
- Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)
- SASSETA Bursary