MSc Occupational and Organisational Psychology at University of East London

This newly re-shaped course for psychology graduates is distinctive in its applied approach to psychology and benefits from a strong professional emphasis. It is highly attuned to the needs of working professionals and will give you a competitive edge as you pursue a career as a practicing occupational psychologist or go on to study for a professional doctorate. The course holds a BPS accreditation, highlighting its adherence to good practices.

Faculty: School of Childhood and Social Care  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Occupational and Organisational Psychology MSc equips you with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge to enhance workplace effectiveness. Core modules cover workplace wellbeing, people assessment and development, organisational change, and leadership techniques. Modules include Health and Wellbeing at Work (Mental Wealth), Developing as a Researcher Part 1, Developing as a Researcher Part 2, Assessing and Developing People in the Workplace, Work Design, Organisational Change and Development, Leading, Engaging and Motivating People at Work.

Career pathways

The practical emphasis of this course, balanced with a focus on developing critical thinking, means many of our students have progressed to highly successful careers. Over the past five years, our students have gained employment as occupational psychologists, coaching psychologists, sports and performance psychologists, leadership development specialists, and human factors experts for a wide range of companies and organisations.

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