Organisational and Business Psychology, MSc, part-time at University of Liverpool Online Programmes

Organisational and Business Psychology, MSc, PG Dip, University of Liverpool Online Programmes

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc, PG Dip	Part-time, Online	30 months	January, May, October	GBP 16868 total	GBP 16868 total

About Organisational and Business Psychology, MSc, PG Dip - at University of Liverpool Online Programmes

Further your career with this fully online Organisational and Business Psychology MSc from a Russell Group university.

Throughout the programme, you will develop knowledge of vital principles and practices of organisational and business psychology. You will learn how to apply this knowledge to a range of real-life organisational settings.

The research-led curriculum has been designed to help you develop an awareness of the ethical concerns and challenges within the global issues of psychology to effectively identify best practices within organisational environments. You will gain skills and knowledge such as problem solving, manipulation of data and application of reasoned approach that will empower you to enhance modern day organisational effectiveness and support employee well-being.

To achieve a full master’s degree, you will be required to complete 180 credits. This programme is also available as a postgraduate diploma (PG Dip) which amounts to 120 credits. Students who complete the PG Dip will have the opportunity to progress to a full master’s degree.  

Why study this subject? 

This online Organisational and Business Psychology MSc offers a career-driven curriculum developed by subject experts and industry leaders to ensure the programme content is to the highest standard. Module assessments are designed to maximise employability as each piece of work is based on the philosophy of action-oriented learning.

Throughout the programme you will have the opportunity to engage in activities where you can practice solving real life problems within the context of organisational and business psychology, enabling you to integrate newly acquired knowledge into your individual working and social environment.

Modules

Mind, Brain, and Behaviour (15 credits)      
Data Analysis for Psychology (15 credits)
Social Psychology (15 credits)         
Personality, Individual Differences, and Intelligence (15 credits)
Evidence Based Coaching (15 credits)
Inspiring others; the Psychology of Leadership (15 credits)
Global Talent Management (15 credits)
Organisational Development and Change (15 credits)
Dissertation (60 credits)

Teaching methods and style 

This programme is designed to be studied wholly online and part-time. Teaching is delivered through our state-of-the-art Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which provides students with access to all resources required for interactive study online. On this platform, you will be encouraged to work collaboratively with classmates and actively read around your topic through our comprehensive library of eBooks and journals.  

Methods of assessment 

Assessment is exclusively through online assignments rather than examinations. You will be assessed through a range of activities, including written assignments, presentations, discussion forum participation and journal entries. 

Career destinations 

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be equipped to put psychological principles into effect in a variety of settings including research, practice and the interface of applied research in organizational settings. As you master the scientific aspects of the course, you will be able to explore careers in the general areas of Human Resources, Training and Development, with specific focus on the development of knowledge and skills for independent consulting in areas such as Leadership and Coaching.

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Notes about fees for this course

The tuition fee is fully inclusive of all costs: teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits. If you live in England, you may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the costs of your degree. If you are not eligible for a student loan, you will be offered a simple monthly payment plan to spread the cost of your tuition over the duration of your studies.  

Scholarships and Discounts

An Executive Scholarship of 15% is available for the January 2025 intake.
10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni
You will receive a 5% discount if you choose to pay the full tuition fee upfront
Regional Scholarships of up to 20%. To find out about the scholarship offered in your region, please make an enquiry now
Corporate discounts of 10% are available for organisations looking to invest in the skills of three or more employees. For more information, please visit our website where you can speak to one of our admissions advisors to learn how you can upskill your team for organisational success.
A UK Scholarship of 10% is available for students residing in the United Kingdom. This scholarship is available for our intakes in the 2024/25 academic year for all full master’s awards.

Please note that scholarships cannot be combined. However, it is possible for students to combine discounts or use them with scholarships depending on eligibility.

*All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed during the payment process. 

Entry requirements

All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact our admissions team.

Applicants should possess either:

A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in any subject, equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree; or
Professional work experience in a related field and/or other prior qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Non-psychology applicants will normally require a GCSE Grade 4 (grade C) or GCE O Level pass in Mathematics and English, or an equivalent qualification.

All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5and 7.0 (reading and writing).

If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries.

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