Course Description
The Masters Preparation Session is a reflective and practical course designed to support students preparing for the Masters application, selection, and interview process for professional psychology programmes in South Africa. This course provides structured guidance, insights from professionals, and reflective exercises to help applicants refine their understanding of their personal and professional identity, strengthen their applications, and develop the skills necessary to navigate the highly competitive selection process. By focusing on self-awareness, preparation strategies, and realistic expectations, this course equips students with the tools needed to approach the Masters selection process with clarity and confidence.
Key Concepts
- Understanding the Masters Selection Process
- Strengthening Your Application: CV & Autobiography
- Self-Reflection and Personal Development for Selection
- Navigating Interviews and Panel Expectations
- Managing Uncertainty and Alternative Pathways
- Reflections from the Professionals
Audience
The Masters Preparation Session is designed for students and graduates applying for professional Master’s programmes in Psychology. It is most beneficial for Honours psychology students and graduates actively preparing for applications and selections. However, it is also valuable for those considering applying in the future and seeking early insight into the process. This course is open to any psychology student or graduate, as well as any psychology enthusiasts that would like to gain deeper insight into the processes behind selection season.
CPD Allocation
This course is a preparatory session and does not contribute to professional registration. No CPD points are allocated for this Cognition Academy course. Instead, it serves as a practical and reflective guide, offering structured support to help students navigate the application, selection, and interview process with confidence.