Course Overview

A postgraduate qualification is an investment in your future. Undoubtedly, studying for a postgraduate qualification can help your career prospects – you will gain more profound knowledge and high-end skills that will set you apart. Studying with us gives a clear signal to employers. It demonstrates that you have the spark, ambition, and commitment to take your career to the next level. Your employer will also benefit directly from your newly acquired understanding and capabilities.

The course has a strong applied focus that will enable you to see the potential for using psychology as a practitioner or when engaging the services of consultants. You will learn how to apply occupational psychology methodologies to solve real-life problems in organizations. Core psychological theories will be illustrated with the latest research and examples of practice.

The course uses an online teaching and learning system to create an interactive learning environment. Your learning materials are accessed entirely online at any time of the day. Distance learning with the School of Psychology means studying in your own time on a part-time basis, so you can combine achieving a qualification with work or family commitments. You will benefit from our professionally created course syllabus that meets to needs of professionals working in the field. The course team consists of academics and practitioners with a wide range of expertise across all subject areas.

An optional two-day residential Course Conference is held annually at the University, consisting of workshops and study skills sessions. The Conference provides support for your studies and the opportunity to hear esteemed academic and practitioner speakers on areas of occupational psychology. It is also an excellent opportunity to meet staff and fellow students.

General Eligibility

Second-class honors degree in Psychology or a related subject (e.g. Business or Health Studies) or equivalent.

You must also have some occupational experience.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability.