Developing skills for a career in enhancing organisational and personal effectiveness, our renowned MSc Occupational Psychology not only equips you with the practical skills necessary for becoming an occupational psychologist, it is also accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). The MSc Work Psychology is the same course but provides a route for students without a BPS recognised undergraduate degree and so is not accredited by the BPS.

Taught by academics at the world-leading Institute of Work Psychology (IWP) – home to one of the largest groups of organisational psychology experts in Europe – students on this 12 month MSc discover a programme that is both participative and interactive. We have a commitment to increasing understanding of occupational wellbeing and effectiveness, and identifying factors leading to their enhancement.

The IWP works with a range of public and private sector organisations and acts as an advisory body to practitioners, professional bodies and policy-makers. You benefit from being part of its dynamic research culture which is embedded in the teaching, complemented by established links with organisations and a supportive community of passionate, committed staff.

The CourseOur MSc Occupational Psychology has been running since 1975 and boasts an international reputation. It is taught full-time from autumn to spring, through a combination of lectures, seminars, case studies, group work for collaborative learning and web-based discussion groups. This taught period is followed by a dissertation where students conduct a research project within an organisation over the summer. Students are assessed through individual assignments, group projects, examinations and an organisational project.

Project opportunities can be generated by students or through IWP’s business network and the school. These provide you with the chance to apply your knowledge to real-world issues and develop organisational skills. Throughout the programme, practical workshops focus on developing skills in presentations, SPSS statistical software, group work and information management. There is also training to acquire the BPS Assistant Test User and Tester User Qualifications (Occupational, Ability and Personality) in Psychometric Testing.

Teaching is structured around case study and workshop activities in order to ensure that learning is both active and relevant to modern organisations. Our programme will ensure that you are equipped with practical skills for the workplace, develop a strong understanding of occupational psychology, a critical appreciation of current theory and practice, and the skills and knowledge necessary for future employment as an occupational psychologist. The course covers all the knowledge areas required for Stage 1 of professional development to be a practicing psychologist. In workshops, guidance is also provided on working towards Stage 2 (Supervised Practice).

The course lasts 12 months and begins in September. There are a number of scholarships which students may be eligible for. Visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/management for more information.

MSc Occupational Psychology and MSc Work Psychology.

Core Modules• Work Design, Organisational Change

and Development

• Leadership, Engagement and Motivation

• Selection and Psychological Testing in Organisations

• Learning, Training and Development

• Well-being and Work

• Applying Psychology to Work and Organisations

• Statistical Methods for Occupational Psychologists

• Research Methods for Occupational Psychologists

• Organisational research project

The MSc in Occupational Psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

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“ I chose to study for my Occupational Psychology Masters at the Institute of Work Psychology because of its recognised reputation as a centre of excellence, and also for its friendly and supportive community with dedicated staff who are leaders in their field. I was also attracted by the small class sizes and combination of the interactive teaching programme and research project within an organisation to provide real-world work experience”Jessica Pickard

The CandidateThis programme will appeal to graduates who want to become an occupational pychologist and those with an interest in business consultancy, human resource management or organisational research.

You will have a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent), or an approved professional qualification, with significant coverage of psychology, research methods and statistics topics. You must be eligible for the BPS’s Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) for the MSc Occupational Psychology (but not for the MSc Work Psychology). For overseas students, Sheffield University Management School’s standard English requirement is IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6 in each part). For detailed information on our English language requirements, visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/info/englang.

MSc Occupational Psychology accreditation

The Institute of Work PsychologyThe IWP evolved from the Social and Applied Psychology Unit, established by the Medical Research Council in 1968. It is a centre of excellence, boasting a strong reputation for world-class research and application of research to practice, and forms part of Sheffield University Management School.

Additional Features

• Programme of external speakers from different organisations

• Career workshops and Test User Qualifications

• ITC suite, Psychometrics library, and access to key books and journals

• Opportunities to engage with IWP’s research activities and professional networks

• Course numbers are small – typically between 15 to 30 people

Sheffield University Management School is proud to be in the top one per cent of business schools in the world, thanks to a prestigious Triple Crown accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB). The school’s spectacular, custom-designed building is situated close to the city centre and a short drive from the Peak District, offering you a high quality of life.

A careers service is also on hand to support students and put you in touch with organisations. The Employability Hub acts as a key interface between management students and the external world. Its services help you to access employability support, skills development and opportunities in the following areas; postgraduate projects, internships, postgraduate international summer schools, professional body associations and jobs. This MSc also offers specialist employment advice, a tailored programme of work and access to organisations which will benefit you following graduation.

“ The MSc in Occupational Psychology at the IWP is a fantastic course where staff strive to educate students on the latest workplace issues. I thoroughly enjoyed the interactive course and if given the chance would go back for more.”Hannah Rolph Information correct at time of going to print