Work and Organizational Psychology Tilburg University

Overview

Become an expert in the field of the psychological processes that shape human behavior and well-being on the work floor with  Work and Organizational Psychology  at Tilburg University . Study the psychological aspects of work processes, organizations, and employee management.

• International setting with small groups and a lot of interaction.
• Courses and supervision are done by a team of international, young, and enthusiastic researchers.
• Internship in an organization chosen by you. 

• The program focuses on the critical and valid application of theory in practice, with an emphasis on how work and organizational  psychology can be applied to improve employee and team performance.

• The program has the highest student satisfaction of all the psychology programs in the Netherlands (Keuzegids Masters, 2025).

Career prospects

The Master's track in Work and Organizational Psychology prepares you for both academic and practical careers. After graduation, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to get started in positions in the fields of work and organizational psychology, human resources, marketing, financial services, policy, consulting or research.

Organizations where our graduates ended up include Deloitte, Rabobank, Arbo Unie, Schouten & Nelissen, Booking.com, Start People, Research Universities and Schools of Applied Sciences, various HR organizations and consulting / coaching / career counseling agencies.

Typical starting positions of graduates:

• HR Manager

• Policy Advisor

• Work Reintegration Counselor

• Consultant

• Diagnostician
• Teacher/Education Expert