Assignment 5
Unique No: 885221
Due 1 August 2025
, PYC4804
Assignment 5
Unique No: 885221
Due 1 August 2025
Interview Questions for Admission to a Master’s Programme in Clinical
Psychology
Applicant's Name: _________________________
Date of Interview: Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 11:52 AM EAT
Interviewer(s): _________________________
Interview Scenario and Purpose
This interview serves as part of the selection process for admission to a Master’s
programme in Clinical Psychology at a South African university. While academic
excellence is essential, it is not sufficient on its own. The programme places significant
emphasis on psychological attributes necessary for effective clinical work in a diverse,
multicultural society.
The core traits assessed include:
• Empathy
• Self-actualization
• Emotional regulation
• Personal resilience
• Contextual awareness
• Interpersonal sensitivity
• Internal harmony