MSc Work Organisational Psychology

The MSc Work and Organisational Psychology, taught at the University of Strathclyde, studies how psychology applies to work, organisations, and people. Students learn how to assess people, design work systems, support wellbeing, and lead change. The course is not the same as Occupational Psychology, as it is a non-accredited route for those who may not hold prior BPS accreditation but still wish to apply psychology in workplaces. It provides a non-accredited alternative to the BPS route, so it is suited for those who lack a Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) in psychology.

Students also take elective modules, possibly in analytics, HR, or organisation development. The programme ends with a dissertation where students conduct original research in a work context. It is taught full-time over 12 months. Students learn through lectures, seminars, workshops, case studies, practical exercises, and supervised research. Assessment is through essays, reports, projects, exams, and the final dissertation. The dissertation is significant as it demonstrates ability in independent research and application of methods.

The University of Strathclyde is in Glasgow, Scotland, on the John Anderson Campus near the city centre. It has faculties including Business, Engineering, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Law. Glasgow itself is a lively city with arts, music, transport, and networking opportunities. In teaching, Strathclyde emphasises mixing theory with practical application. Staff are active in research and practice, bringing up-to-date knowledge into the classroom. There are many clubs and societies, support services and sport facilities, and events.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants should typically hold a second-class honours degree (2:1 or equivalent) in psychology, social sciences, business, or another relevant discipline.

English Proficiency:

• For international students, English language proficiency is required, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall and no component lower than 5.5.

The annual tuition fee to study MSc Work and Organisational Psychology at the University of Strathclyde is £29,350 for international students for full-time study. Students should also expect a tuition fee increase of a maximum of 10% each year.

The University of Strathclyde offers several scholarships for postgraduate taught programmes. International applicants may receive awards between £5,000 and £8,000, applied automatically to eligible offers. The SBS Dean’s Excellence Scholarship offers between £9,000 and £12,000 for selected courses in Strathclyde Business School. EU entrants may benefit from the EU Engagement Scholarships worth about £5,000 for postgraduate programmes. Alumni of Strathclyde may get discounts of up to 15% off the tuition fee for postgraduate taught courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences faculty. Always check the university’s Scholarships and Funding pages for detailed eligibility, deadlines, and updates.

Graduates of the MSc Work and Organisational Psychology from the University of Strathclyde may take roles such as:

• Organisational Development Consultant
• HR Specialist
• Learning and Development Lead
• Talent Management Analyst
• Assessment and Psychometrics Specialist

Applications for the University of Strathclyde MSc Work and Organisational Psychology course are made online through the University’s postgraduate admissions portal. If you need assistance, you can reach out to one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.