Rationale and Purpose for the programme
The programme is intended for individuals who wish to register and practice as psychometrists.
The purpose of the programme is to prepare psychometrists to function effectively in any appropriate setting, including independent practice, by providing training and experience within the relevant scope of practice. It will provide students with advanced knowledge, skills and attitudes related to assessing, understanding, explaining and developing human behaviour in a multi-cultural context. In addition to this, the programme will give students entrance into the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology, after which they can register and practice as a psychometrist. Value will be added to the qualifying individual in terms of relevant knowledge and skills and these will hold pertinent benefits to the institution and society in which they will practice the knowledge and skills.
Selection
All applicants will be subjected to selection. The selection will be based on academic merit, equity and redress considerations, and suitability for the profession.
Prospective students are encouraged to visit the website regularly for official updates regarding the Psychometry programme. Applications may only be submitted during the official application period, as any submissions received before or after the designated window will be regarded as late and will not be considered.
An online application form will be made available closer to the opening date, and the link will be published on the website. Applicants who prefer not to apply online may complete the manual application form and submit it, together with all required supporting documents, to the designated email address indicated on the form.
Applications open - 2 March 2026.
Applications close - 2 April 2026.
Please note that applications will close at the end of the working day on the application closing date (2 April). No late applications will be considered.
Apply Online
Kindly note that applications should only be submitted once the official application period opens. Any applications submitted before or after the designated application window will be considered late and will not be accepted.
Disclaimer:
All candidates will be formally notified of the outcome of the selection process via a final acceptance letter. Please note that, due to the high volume of applications received each intake, the department is unable to provide individual feedback on selection decisions or respond to specific queries regarding the application process beyond the official outcome notification. Communication regarding the selection outcome will only be provided directly to the candidate.