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MSc Organizational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our highly respected MSc Organizational Psychology, accredited by the British Psychological Society, will develop your understanding of people and organisations within the context of both occupational psychology and organisational behaviour.

Faculty: Birkbeck Business School  |  Duration: One year full-time, on campus; One year full-time, online; One year full-time, flexible learning; Two years part-time, on campus; Two years part-time, online; Two years part-time, flexible learning  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, online option  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

As the world of work continues to change, we equip you to ask, and answer, fundamental questions about the impact of work on individuals, organisations and wider society. You will begin by examining ideas about careers as the axis of the individual-organisation relationship, important at social and economic levels and relevant to you at any stage of your life. Compulsory modules include an independent applied research project, with support from one of our academics (60 credits)., You can apply to take this, Flexible Master’s.

Career pathways

Our MSc Organizational Psychology is industry-relevant, so graduates can pursue career paths in psychology, human resources and management. Possible professions may include: psychometric developer/assessor, recruitment and selection associate/consultant, learning and development adviser, business or organisational psychologist, management consultant, human resources officer, change manager/consultant, health and safety/occupational health and safety officer, research associate, talent manager.

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Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above. Work experience of any kind is desirable. To proceed to Stage 2 of accreditation with the British Psychological Society (BPS), you need to fulfil the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) Membership of the BPS. This requires a BPS-recognised qualification in psychology. Management development professionals and consultants without an undergraduate degree but with suitable professional qualifications or significant work experience in a range of organisations may be considered in line with Birkbeck’s mission of widening participation. As this course requires a commitment of approximately 18 hours (part-time) or 35 hours (full-time) of study a week, please discuss in your personal statement how this time will fit in alongside your existing work, family and personal commitments. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 6,750 a year (2027/28). Part-time home students; One year full-time or two years part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

International applicants: GBP 10,890 a year (2027/28). Part-time international students; One year full-time or two years part-time, on campus, starting in October 2027 Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: One year full-time, on campus; One year full-time, online; One year full-time, flexible learning; Tw

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