Social and Economic Psychology (research) Leiden University

Overview

The main aim of this specialisation is to provide a broad overview of classic and more recent approaches. You will be trained to integrate different perspectives and findings, in order to develop novel research questions. Through written assignments and discussions and presentations in small groups you will practice developing theory-driven analyses of a range of issues in social and organisational psychology, and learn how to examine these with advanced research methods.

What you will learn

Students who choose to take the Research Master’s track Social and Economic Psychology acquire in-depth knowledge of a broad range of theories and research domains in this area, all concerning the way people’s social environment influences thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. This track is the ideal start for a PhD programme in Social and Organizational Psychology.

Career prospects

The Social and Organisational Psychology specialisation trains students for a range of positions in public or private organisations, including:

* Policy researcher
* Professional trainer
* Organisational consultant
* Marketing professional
* Public relations officer
* Personnel manager
* Mediator
* Public health adviser, etc

Accreditation

Accredited by NVAO, the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.