Study psychology in South Africa
Institutions in South Africa where you can study psychology, what it costs, and what the government register says about each one.

Taken from official records of what each institution teaches.
Studying in South Africa at a glance
- Living costs a month
- ZAR 8,000 to ZAR 15,000
- Work during term
- 20 hours a week
- Stay to work after
- no post-study work route
Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for psychology can differ from the country average.
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Questions students ask
Can I work while I study in South Africa?
Yes, up to 20 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.
Can I stay and work in South Africa after I graduate?
There is no dedicated post-study work route; you would need a job offer and a work permit.
Will my psychology degree from South Africa let me work at home?
Psychology is a regulated profession in most countries. Before you apply, check with the professional body in the country where you want to work that it recognises this degree.
No institution in South Africa is recorded as teaching this at doctorate level in the data we hold, so every level is shown.
1 institution recorded as teaching this in South Africa.
Institutions
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