SACAP brings Applied Psychology studies closer to Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs

The South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP) is expanding its Cape Town presence with a new campus in Tyger Valley, bringing its Applied Psychology and counselling programmes closer to students in the Northern Suburbs from 2027.

The campus complements SACAP’s established Claremont campus and gives prospective students in the area a closer option for in-person study, with teaching spaces and student support facilities designed around learning and connection.

Specialist expertise. A new campus. Your next chapter.

With a history dating back to 1997, SACAP brings decades of specialist experience in Applied Psychology and counselling education to Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs. Its new Tyger Valley campus combines that expertise with small classes, personal engagement and practical learning, giving students the opportunity to understand human behaviour and develop skills that can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

“Tyger Valley brings SACAP’s specialist expertise in applied psychology closer to students in the Northern Suburbs,” says Zerina Royeppen, Managing Director of SACAP. “We are excited to welcome a new community of students who are curious about people and passionate about making a difference. They will join an institution where understanding human behaviour is at the heart of what we do, and where personal engagement and practical learning bring that knowledge to life.”

A focus on personal engagement and practical learning

The new campus extends SACAP’s person-centred approach to teaching, with small classes, engagement with lecturers and access to student support. Its programmes connect academic study with practical learning to help students apply their knowledge beyond the classroom.

“Our approach places students at the centre of the learning experience,” says Dr Lauren Martin, SACAP’s Dean. “Small classes create space for discussion and meaningful engagement with lecturers. Alongside academic study, practical learning helps students connect what they learn with the people and communities they may go on to serve.”

A new campus in Tyger Valley

Located at Tyger Valley Office Park, 41 Old Oak Road, Bellville Park, the campus offers convenient access to the N1 and surrounding arterial roads. Facilities include classrooms, a library with computer stations, student social spaces, a Student Support Desk, free Wi-Fi and security-controlled access. Tyger Valley and Willowbridge shopping centres are nearby.

Programmes available from 2027

SACAP Tyger Valley will offer the following programmes:

• Higher Certificate in Counselling and Communication Skills — NQF Level 5
• Diploma in Counselling and Communication Skills — NQF Level 6
• Bachelor of Applied Social Science (majoring in psychology and counselling) — NQF Level 7
• Bachelor of Applied Social Science (majoring in psychology and criminology) — NQF Level 7
• Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology — NQF Level 8

Learn from specialists in Applied Psychology

Start your journey at SACAP Tyger Valley.

Discover the programmes, explore the campus and take your next step at our Open Day on Saturday, 14 November 2026, from 10:00 to 13:00. Prospective students and their families are welcome. Attendance is free.

Register for the Tyger Valley Campus Open Day

For programme information and application guidance, visit the SACAP Tyger Valley campus page