Overview
Key features
The MSc Occupational Psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society and forms the first year of the Qualification in Occupational Psychologists.
The overriding aim of this programme is to provide students with specialist knowledge and a comprehensive suite of skills required to practise as occupational psychologists in a wide range of organisational environments.
You will also carry out a project which is a substantial piece of investigative work, normally carried out in an external organisation. Host organisations for MSc projects have included large commercial concerns in both manufacturing and service sectors, a range of consultancies, charities, and in local government and government departments.
Projects are sometimes conducted abroad; past locations include Germany, Greece, Turkey, Malaysia, Kenya, Indonesia, China, India and Taiwan.
Why choose this course?
- This Occupational Psychology programme from University of Hertfordshire provides many of the professional skills and competencies needed to become a Chartered Occupational Psychologist and to apply psychology in the workplace
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society, and counts towards gaining Chartered Occupational Psychologist status
- One of the largest psychology departments in the country
- Our staff are actively engaged in significant research which is reflected by our excellent, Grade 4 rating in the Higher Education Funding Council's last Research Assessment Exercise. See a list of our psychology staff here.
- We were awarded a Teaching Quality rating of excellent (23 out of 24) in our subject review
- A vibrant research seminar series - with contributions by leading academics from across the country
Careers
This course prepares you for careers in a variety of areas including consultancy, specialist roles within organisations, research and areas of technical expertise.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Learning, Training and Development
- Psychological Assessment at Work
- Performance Management in the Workplace
- The Workplace and Psychology
- Culture, Change and Leadership
- Mixed Methods Research Principles
- Mixed Methods Research Skills
- Wellbeing, Engagement and Motivation
- Consulting and Professional Skills
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
You can apply up until the course starts. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If course is full we close the intake for that semester.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Psychology Occupational Therapy View 41 other Masters in Occupational Therapy in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum of a 2.2 at degree level, but students are expected to have produced work at a 2:1 level, from an appropriate subject – Psychology or Cognitive Science or acceptable equivalents.
- If students do not have the above requirements but have at least two years relevant work experience, they will be invited to apply and each case will be considered by the Programme Leader.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents17250 GBP / year≈ 17250 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents10980 GBP / year≈ 10980 GBP / year
Additional Details
- EU full time: £17250 per year
Part-time
- National: £915 per 15 credits
- International: £1440 per 15 credits
- EU: £1440 per 15 credits
Living costs
Hatfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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