Heriot-Watt University

MSc Business Psychology

Heriot-Watt UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom

Course overview

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.

Key highlights

  • Most established master's degree of its kind in Europe
  • Develops skills to improve individual and team performance and behaviour

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant subject; or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount Scheme

    A 20% discount is applicable to postgraduate taught courses across all of our global campuses.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Coaching Scholarships Programme

    Varies – up to a 100% Tuition fee Reduction (dependent on experience and number of coaching hours across the year).

  • Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence

    The Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence awards the successful recipient(s) with a 20% reduction on their tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Remission of Fees (Families of Staff)

    Please contact the provider.

  • Staff Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • The Brodie Family Scholarship (PGT)

    The Brodie Family Scholarship provides financial support of £2,500 per year (or £2,000 per year for students enrolled in a five-year programme) to four undergraduate students.

  • The Island Scholarship Programme - Orkney Campus (UK) (International)

  • The New Dawn Energy Scholarship

    The New Dawn Energy Scholarship provides £1900 towards living costs to two students enrolling on our MSc in Petroleum Engineering in September 2026.

    Up to £1,900

Careers this course leads to

  • Business psychologist
  • Organisational development consultant
  • Occupational psychology assistant
  • Learning and development specialist
  • Talent management consultant
  • HR business partner

Career opportunities

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

Cost of study

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.

Admission

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.

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