MSc Business and Organisational Psychology at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

This one-year full-time MSc applies psychological theory to improve organisational and employee performance. It is accredited by the British Psychological Society and includes BPS Test User qualifications (Levels A and B) and SHL psychometric certification.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences | Department: Management School | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Leadership, Engagement and Motivation, Learning, Training and Development, Research Methods for Occupational Psychologists, Selection and Psychological Testing in Organisations, Work Design, Organisational Change and Development, Statistical Methods for Occupational Psychologists and Well-being and Work, with a 60-credit Dissertation.

Career pathways

Students build skills in data analysis, psychometric testing, communication and group facilitation, with networking events with alumni working in occupational psychology, HR and consultancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in psychology or a related subject with considerable coverage of research methods. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or University equivalent. No references or referee details are requested. No supporting statement is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,345 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,550 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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