BPsych

The BPsych degree is designed for students who wish to pursue a career within the psychological field. It is a 4 year degree which focuses specially on training students to specialise as trauma counsellors. The students will gain in-depth knowledge of major paradigms, principles, methods and theories of psychology and human behaviour. The degree, however, is not purely academic and includes a six month internship which forms part of the final year. During their internship the students will put into practise the theory they have studied. Upon completion of the BPsych, students will have the opportunity to write the HPCSA’s (Health Professionals Counsel of South Africa) board exam. Once they have passed this exam the students may register as trauma counsellors.

The focus of the BPsych is on psychology and particularly counselling and as a result there are no majors in the degree. 

Masters in Psychology

The MPsych degree offered by MGI has been developed in order to meet the psychological needs of the South African population. Accredited with the HPCSA, the course allows students to gain in-depth knowledge of the major paradigms, principles, methods, and theories of psychology and human behaviour. Students are provided with a solid grounding in the academic theory underpinning the main concepts of the field of psychology. In addition, practical and interpersonal skills are developed in order to prepare the student for the profession of Counselling Psychologist. This, combined with an emphasis on ethical considerations and an unrelenting demand for excellence, provides the comprehensive training required to produce quality professionals. The curriculum comprises a two year theoretical component which includes the completion of a research dissertation. Successful completion of all academic requirements will lead to a one year internship which serves as the third and final year of the MPsych programme.