Ep 2: Interview With a Psychology Master's Student | Neuropsychology

Welcome to episode 2 of "Interview With a Psychology Master's Student"! I spoke to the lovely Arya, a neuropsychology student here in South Africa.
If you enjoyed the video and found it helpful please give it a thumbs up and comment down below!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - INTRO
1:49 - How long did it take for you to get into the programme after completing your honours/BPsych?
2:27 - How did you find the selection process?
4:38 - Tell us about your field and one thing that is unique to it.
7:04 - What is a week in your life like while doing this degree?
8:34 - What are 2 pros and 2 cons of your degree?
10:07 - What surprised you the most about doing this degree?
12:09 - How can one prepare for postgraduate studies in psychology?
13:21 - Do applicants really need to volunteer and how much does it boost their chances of acceptance?
14:19 - Would you say that studying psychology isn’t just about getting good marks?
15:40 - Is the workload for masters hectic? Is it possible to balance being a registered counsellor and a master’s student?
18:43 - Is it true that you are interviewed as a master’s student to see how intensely you can handle a situation during a session?
21:02 - What is one thing you wish you knew/did before starting your masters?
21:42 - What is one piece of advice you would give to someone wanting to do your degree?
22:23 - If you have a psychology degree but are unable to further your studies, do you know of any jobs that one can branch into?
24:14 - Concluding remarks
26:38 - Outro
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[@Tshepang_langa]

I want to be a neuropsychologist but there isn’t much information about neuropsychology in South Africa so this very was very informative for an aspiring neuropsychologist

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

There really isn’t hey, that’s one of the reasons why I decided to do these interviews 🙌🏽 Good luck with your neuropsychology journey! 🧠

[@naturalhairdare3565]

I applied for my Masters in Educational Psychology through UJ and just got the news today that I’m accepted!!!💃🏽💃🏽. Been watching your videos and they are awesome!

[@thabilemsimango3721]

Congratulations, I am so happy for you and all the best with your studies.

[@naturalhairdare3565]

Thank you Thabile :)

[@kgomotso__precious]

Thats so inspirational. 🧡All the best with your journey. 🙏❤️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

We love to see it! 🥳🥳 Congratulations babes! 💃🏽 I’m glad my videos have been helpful ✨

[@hayleyandreaabrahams4677]

Naturalhairdare,how would you describe the selection week for masters in educational psychology?what can one expect during the selection week?

[@adore_being_me4516]

Thank you for this informative video, I love neuropsychology, as challenging as it is⭐

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re so welcome 🤍 It is super interesting! 🧠🧠

[@amanda_khuboni]

Thank you so much Lauren..... your videos really help me a lot in understanding the field of psychology

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

That was always the goal 🥳 You’re welcome ☺️☺️

[@bongiwemodimogale6940]

Thank you so much for this video 💃🏾💃🏾 really helpful

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Glad to hear it, you’re welcome ✨

[@Nomfundo222]

Also in the same field of neuro. Thank you for this interview Lauren.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re welcome! 🧠🧠🧠

[@luyanda9586]

Thank you sooo much for this ❤️❤️😩

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

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[@iammervy]

Thank you so much for this Lauren 🥰❤🙏🏻

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

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[@baldwin5510]

This Channel is so informative thank you so much Lauren

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Happy to hear it, you’re always welcome 🤗

[@thabilemsimango3721]

What you are doing Lauren is amazing, thank you.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you so much 🥺🤍

[@adoseofnoxy9835]

Such a great and informative video, thank you for this segment on your channel.

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Happy to hear it! Thank you ✨✨

[@learnertostudent3213]

My favorite segment on your channel Lauren. Thanks♥️♥️

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

You’re most welcome 🤍

[@nthabisengchiloane1614]

Applied for masters at UCT for Neuropsychology. I have an interview soon. This video calmed my nerves. Thank you so much I'm super excited

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

How exciting! 🥳🥳 I hope it goes/went well 💐

[@heavender]

Hoping you got in 🤞

[@tshepangbridget2719]

Hey Lauren, is it easy to get a job as a neuropsychologist in South Africa?

[@adore_being_me4516]

Hey Lauren, what's the name of the recommended Book for neuropsychology again?

[@azola9434]

Hey, the book is: the man who mistook his wife for a hat by Oliver Sacks

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Thank you for sharing! ☺️

[@elamkabingesi7405]

Such an informative video. Is it possible to have a Psychology Master's Student in Industrial/Organizational Psychology?

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

That one will be released later this month! 🥳

[@princesskhanye701]

🔔💃🏽💃🏽

[@LaurenUnalomeWellnessCo]

Always wonderful to have you here 🥰