PhD Organizational Psychology
Course overview
Birkbeck University, London PhD Organisational Psychology is a degree for those who want to contribute original research to the field, unlike a Professional Doctorate, which involves practice. The programme is offered full-time or part-time, requires finding a supervisor, and culminates in a dissertation.
This course is offered in stages, as students initially register for an MPhil and then upgrade to a PhD after demonstrating satisfactory performance. It is also accredited by the British Psychological Society as providing the knowledge to gain a professional qualification as an occupational psychologist.
Research topics include how psychological theories apply to organisational issues, with research areas in flexible work, work-life balance, organisational change, and well-being. Learning in this course is through lectures, tutorials, conferences, supervision, and workshops. Assessment methods include essays, assignments, reviews, presentations, and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
-
Applicants require a first degree or a Master’s qualification in a relevant subject area. Those who do not hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject may be required to take some MSc modules.
English Proficiency:
-
International students require an IELTS overall score of 7.0 with no component score below 6.0. Other accepted English tests include PTE Academic and Cambridge English.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD Organisational Psychology from Birkbeck University, London can work in roles such as:
-
Organisational Development Specialist
-
Human Resources Manager
-
Research Scientist
-
Executive Coach
-
Assessment and Testing Developer
Cost of study
International students interested in the PhD Organisational Psychology in Birkbeck University, London, should refer back to this page or the university portal, as the fee is to be confirmed.
Admission
Candidates should apply directly through the university’s portal or contact AHZ counsellors for personalised guidance before the application window closes.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.