MASTER OF ARTS (COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY)
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About this qualification
The Master of Arts (Counselling Psychology) is an advanced higher-education qualification at NQF Level 9, carrying 180 credits within the HEQSF. It is associated with the Psychology subfield and focuses on counselling psychology. The qualification was originated by Stellenbosch University.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic or professional study related to counselling psychology may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s applicable admission and selection requirements. It may be relevant to learners seeking deeper study in psychology and counselling-related practice, but this record does not establish admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification’s title and Psychology subfield indicate relevance to counselling psychology and related areas of work or further study. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in this record.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced knowledge related to counselling psychology
- Analytical and critical engagement with psychology-related ideas
- Communication and interpersonal skills relevant to counselling contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- MASTER OF ARTS (COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY)
- SAQA ID
- 114396
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Psychology
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 25 July 2019 and requires verification.
- Confirm whether new enrolment or completion is currently available from the relevant institution.
- Check that the provider is appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Review the institution’s current admission, selection and prerequisite requirements.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, supervised or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Check the qualification title, SAQA ID 114396, NQF Level 9 and 180-credit details against current official information before making a decision.