MSc Applied Positive Psychology at University of East London

Europe's oldest and best-established MSc in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) offers specialised pathways, enabling you to develop professional skills for amazing careers around the science of wellbeing. This course has the potential to be taught both on campus and through distance learning.

Faculty: School of Childhood and Social Care  |  Department: Department of Psychology & Human Development  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) at UEL teaches you about the science of wellbeing and human flourishing. You'll learn how positive psychology can improve happiness, personal strengths and organisational effectiveness. Modules include Introduction to Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology, Positive Psychology at Work, Positive Relationships, Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology, Final Project, Positive Psychology Coaching, Applied Psychology for Coaches, Positive Consultancy and Training.

Career pathways

The International MSc Applied Positive Psychology provides the foundations, both theoretical and practical, for those wishing to carry on further in any professional domain where at least some aspects of applied positive psychology may be of use. When you graduate from this course you will operate as a more flexible consultant or practitioner in a rapidly developing and increasingly sought-after field.

Official programme page