Stellenbosch University Masters in Mindfulness (MPhil Research)
Course Convenor:
Dr. Debbie Alexander
Academic Committee:
Dr. Debbie Alexander (Convenor: Department of Psychiatry)
Prof. Soraya Seedat (Head: Department of Psychiatry)
Prof. Bob Mash (Head: Division of Family Medicine & Primary Care)
Dr. Simon Whitesman (Director, Institute for Mindfulness South Africa)
The field of mindfulness-based research has grown exponentially in the last 15 years. There is, however, little research arising out of the unique constellation of issues in South Africa and beyond these borders into Africa. Along with the two-year training in mindfulness-based interventions, also based at Stellenbosch University, this Masters degree is intended to expand the research base of mindfulness interventions and approaches within the African context. Our continent has an important voice to contribute to the international mindfulness conversation, with her understanding of ubuntu, interconnectedness, heartfulness, diversity and resilience.
The value of taking a deep-dive exploration of your mindfulness-based work in the world through either qualitative or quantitative research will enrich and refine your own understanding of mindfulness and its application in the world. It is also an opportunity to bring creativity, passion and rigour together through your research work.
If you wish to discuss or explore a research project, you can contact Debbie Alexander (debbie@privateclient.co.za) or Simon Whitesman (simonw@lantic.net) for an initial exploratory conversation.
Please view these three forms for further information:
Kindly note that for those who do not meet the academic entrance requirements, the committee has the prerogative to support your application taking all factors into account.
Mindfulness-Based Programmes