University Of Venda Honours In Psychology, The Department of Psychology came into existence in 1982 when the University of Venda started. It existed for 20 years in the School of Human Sciences (now Human and Social Sciences) before it was moved to the School of Health Sciences in 2002.
Programme history
It was established as a service department to other departments in Human Sciences and other schools. The department is also having academic Honours, Masters, and PhD programmes. In 2003, the department started with the first professional programme (Bpsych programme) which is aimed at producing competent, ethical and professional practitioners who will meet the needs of South Africa in order to make primary psychological services available in diverse settings thereby enhancing psychological well-being of the public. This qualification is critical in providing good quality psychological care at primary health care level. Qualifying practitioners are able to provide a variety of psychological services at the primary health care level. The qualification is aligned to the National Framework for Human Resources for Health in South Africa and is responsive to the psychological needs and care of the South African population in diverse contexts. The focus of the profession is on prevention, promotion and community based care. This professional training leads to registration with HPCSA as a Registered counsellor
Current situation
The Bpsych programme has produced graduates since 2005. Current staff situation (11 full time positions and 2 part timers
• Vision
To train and develop psychology professionals with appropriate skills to serve the mental health needs of rural and developing communities in Southern Africa
• Mission
The Department is committed to developing quality psychology professionals through problem based methodologies that are underpinned by innovative teaching, research and community engagement initiatives
Programmes
Bachelor of Psychology
BA (Honours)
MA
Doctor of Psychology
Admission Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL THE OFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL BACHELOR’S DEGREE
All students registering for PROFESSIONAL BACHELOR’S DEGREE should:
• Be in possession of a Bachelor senior certificate
• Have at least a D symbol (Higher Grade ) for English and Life Sciences (Biology) in Standard 10/ Grade 12
• Be subjected to selection process (written and oral)
• Also fulfill other requirements laid by the University
HONORS
All students registering for HONORS DEGREE should:
• Have a Bachelor degree with Psychology as a major, with an average pass mark of at least 60% in all psychology modules from level one to three
• Be subjected to selection process (written and oral)
MASTERS
All students registering for MASTERS DEGREE should:
• Have an approved honors or Bpsych degree recognized by the university
• Have an average examination mark of 60% in all honors exam modules
• Be determined by the availability of a supervisor
• Be approved by the head of department
PHD
• Have an approved Masters degree recognized by the university
• Have an average examination mark of 60% in Masters results
• Be determined by the availability of a supervisor
• Be approved by the head of department
3.1 SCHOOL SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS.
• First entering students should have a minimum of 26 points to be admitted.
• The students are subjected to selection for a professional bachelor degree
3.2 QUALIFICATION SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
3.2.1 Foundation Programme (not applicable)
3.2.2 Higher Certificate (not applicable)
3.2.3 Advance Certificate etc (not applicable)
(For all the qualifications in the School)
Modules
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY
BPS1841 Learning Principles and LIFE skills
BPS1842 Introduction to Psychology
BPS1843 Introduction to Applied Psychology
ECS 1541 English Communication Skills
SOC 1541 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 1641 Social Institutions
ECS 1641 English Communication Skills
BPS2841 Child and adult development
BPS2842 Personality theories
BPS2844 Mental health promotion
BPS2843 Employee Wellness Programme
ISO 2541 Sociology of Organization
SOC 2641 Sociology of health and illness
BPS3841 Research Methodology
BPS3842 Community Psychology
BPS3843 Psychopathology
BPS3844 Psychological Counselling Theories
ISO 3541 Management Sociology
ISO 3642 Industrial Relations
IBPS4841 Psychopathology II
BPS4842 Psychological Assessment
BPS4843 Psychological Counselling Techniques
BPS4844 Ethics, professional practice and management
BPS4845 Psychological Counselling Practical
BPS4846 Research project
HONOURS
PSY 5531 Research Methodology
PSY 5532 Developmental Psychology
PSY 5533 Personality Theories
PSY 5721 Research Project
PSY 5631 Psychopathology
PSY 5632 Psychotherapeutic Systems
PSY 5721 Research
Electives (1)
PSY 5633 Social psychology
PSY 5634 Neuropsychology
PSY 5635 Gender and Psychology
Staff
| NameDesignate: | ContactTell:Email: | Area of Specialization: |
| Prof M.T Mashamba(Senior Lecturer) | 0159628533 [email protected] | IKS, HIV/AIDS,Mental Health,Epidemiology |
| Dr. M. Makatu(Senior Lecturer/Psychometrist) | 0159628359 [email protected] | Youth and WomenPsychologyDevelopmental PsychologyIndigenous Knowledge Systems |
| Dr. F.J Takalani(Lecturer/Psychometrist) | 0159628137 [email protected] | Indigenous Knowledge SystemPsychopathologyMental illnessHuman DevelopmentPsychological assessment |
| Dr. A. Maphula (Lecturer/Clinical Psychology) | 015 962 8341 [email protected] | PsychopathologyPsychotherapyHuman developmentNeuropsychology |
| Mrs M. Mushwana(Lecturer) | 015 962 8356 [email protected] | Mental HealthSame sex relationshipsGender-based violenceHealth PromotionsYouth & women |
| Mr L. Manganye(Lecturer/ Registered counsellor) | 015 962 8667 [email protected] | Human DevelopmentEthics in counselling,Social psychology |
| Fatima Peters(Lecturer/ Registered counsellor) | 0159628497 [email protected] | Violence, Gender, Sexuality,Ethics in counselling, Ethics in research, Research methodology, Counselling. |
| Ms V. Baloyi(Lecturer/Clinical Psychologist) | 015 962 8518, [email protected] | Sexuality, Psychopathology, Social psychology |
| Mrs K.E Mphephu(Junior Lecturer/ Registered counsellor) | 0159628173 [email protected] | Personality Theories, Culture society and Human behaviourMental health |
| Mrs H.B Magadani(Junior Lecturer/ Registered counsellor) | 0159629197 [email protected] | Social psychologyDevelopmental psychology |
| Koko M.BLecturer/Clinical Psychologist | Tel: 0159628241 [email protected] | Psychopathology (child and adult)Psychological assessmentPersonality theoriesNeuropsychology |