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MSc Occupational and Organisational Psychology

MSc Occupational and Organisational Psychology

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Full time | University Square Stratford | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Organisational Psychology

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

This newly re-shaped course for psychology graduates is distinctive in its applied approach to psychology and benefits from a strong professional emphasis. It is highly attuned to the needs of working professionals and will give you a competitive edge as you pursue a career as a practicing occupational psychologist or go on to study for a professional doctorate. The course holds a BPS accreditation, highlighting its adherence to good practices. It is commended for factors such as strong staff support, a blend of research-active and practitioner-focused teaching members, and the course's well-regarded combination of theoretical and practical components, valued by students.

There is also invaluable input from experts in the fields of positive psychology and coaching, and past students offering insights into different applications of business psychology in practice. We are serious about occupational psychology, which is why this programme is taught entirely by occupational psychologists and specialist experts, who are dedicated to this specific profession of psychology. This means you get a more focused and richer learning experience.

Modules

This module will help you to develop an appreciation and understanding of the importance of assessment and development for work organisations. It will examine the challenges around measuring human capabilities and characteristics, and look at the links between these factors and organisational success. It will evaluate what psychology has contributed to our understanding of how people learn, and analyse the impact that human resource development has on organisational success. Overall, this module will give you the tools and techniques to succeed in employee assessment and development roles, as well as nurturing a critical and analytical perspective about assessment and development in the workplace.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,300

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£16,200

Entry requirements

Students need to have a degree minimum 2.2 Honours in Psychology (BPS Accredited); We would normally expect you to have Grade C in GCSE English and Maths.

University information

At the University of East London (UEL), 92% of research is recognised as world-leading, internationally excellent, or internationally recognised (REF 2021). Plus, £250,000 is awarded each year for postgraduate scholarships, providing a 50% discount on taught postgraduate tuition fees. The university is based across three campuses in the thriving area of East London. Stratford has the Olympic Park on its doorstep while Docklands campus has its...more

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