MSc Business Psychology

The MSc Business Psychology at Heriot-Watt University is a well-established course that helps students gain a deeper understanding of psychological principles in workplace settings. The Master's degree can be completed in one year full-time or as a flexible part-time course, with start dates in September and January.

The programme covers important areas like leadership, marketing, social and organisational change, and diversity. Students learn skills that help boost both personal and team performance. They also gain advanced knowledge about global businesses, preparing them for challenges such as globalisation and new technologies.

The course focuses on hands-on learning, allowing students to improve their analytical and critical thinking abilities. They will also explore research methods that are important for business under the guidance of experienced teachers and industry professionals. Additionally, students can participate in Heriot-Watt's Go Global programme, which gives them the chance to study at campuses around the world.

Founded in 1821 as the world’s first mechanics’ institute, Heriot-Watt University has a long history of pioneering education and research. With its main campus in Edinburgh, Scotland, and additional campuses in Dubai and Malaysia, the university serves students from over 150 countries.

Heriot-Watt University is consistently recognised for its academic excellence. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, more than 80% of its research is ranked world-leading and internationally excellent. The university also holds strong accreditations from the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, ensuring high educational standards across its international campuses.

• Applicants need to show proof that they have completed a research project or a course on research design and analysis.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a bachelor's degree with at least a 2:2 grade or an equivalent degree from outside the UK in a relevant subject. 
• Various backgrounds like psychology, business, sociology, and politics are accepted, but strong skills in statistics or math are required.

English Proficiency:

• International students whose first language is not English should have an IELTS score of 6.0. They should also score at least 5.5 in each skill, except for writing, which needs to be at least 6.0.
• Students can also submit other approved equivalent tests or sign up for the university's English language courses to help them meet the requirements for this programme before they start their studies.

International students planning to enrol in the Heriot-Watt University MSc Business Psychology programme for the 2025/26 year should expect a tuition fee of £21,192. For part-time students, the fee is £10,596. Please be aware that these rates may be adjusted every year.

Heriot-Watt University provides several scholarships and discounts for international students. The International Merit Scholarship has over £500,000 available for students paying international fees who enrol in January or September 2025. This scholarship rewards those with good grades and varies by region.

The Norway Early Bird Scholarship offers financial help for students from Norway. If students accept their offer by April 1, they can get £6,000. Those who accept between April 1 and May 1 can receive £3,000. The university also helps its former students with the Alumni Discount Scheme. This scheme gives a 20% discount on postgraduate taught courses at all global campuses. It is available only to alumni who studied for at least one year in a Heriot-Watt degree programme.

With an MSc Business Psychology degree from Heriot-Watt University, graduates gain the skills needed to pursue the following career paths:

• Career Counsellor 
• College Professor 
• Forensic Psychologist 
• Clinical Psychologist 
• HR Manager
• Market Research Analyst

Candidates who wish to enrol in this course can use the university's online form to submit their applications. Those who have questions or need support can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.