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University of Sussex: Occupational and Organizational Psychology
Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
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Department | Psychology |
Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
bmec@sussex.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01273 872668 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
If you’re interested in how people think and behave at work – and in helping them optimise their wellbeing and performance – this is the course for you. You’ll learn to play a key role in developing knowledge, and to influence best practice and policy in the workplace, both today and in the rapidly changing workplace of the future.
Taught by the School of Psychology and the University of Sussex Business School, you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge in:
- psychological assessment at work
- learning, training and development
- leadership, engagement and motivation
- wellbeing and work
- organisational design, change and development.
The course will also cover issues relevant to the future of work, bringing you the latest thinking on a range of topics such as digital connectivity and agile working practices, emotions and wellbeing at work, managing work conflict, relational attachment at work, attitudes to diversity, and modern leadership. Throughout the course, there’s a strong emphasis on issues around equality, diversity and inclusion.
**Internships**
You may have the opportunity to secure an internship through our local professional partnerships and professional psychologist mentors, along with applied research project offerings.
**Accreditation**
You’ll join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School.
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second class (2.2) degree with at least 57%, or work experience, will also be considered on an individual basis. Your qualification should be in psychology or a relevant subject (e.g., business and management, sociology, health care), and demonstrate a high level of research methodology. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
If you’re interested in how people think and behave at work – and in helping them optimise their wellbeing and performance – this is the course for you. You’ll learn to play a key role in developing knowledge, and to influence best practice and policy in the workplace, both today and in the rapidly changing workplace of the future.
Taught by the School of Psychology and the University of Sussex Business School, you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge in:
- psychological assessment at work
- learning, training and development
- leadership, engagement and motivation
- wellbeing and work
- organisational design, change and development.
The course will also cover issues relevant to the future of work, bringing you the latest thinking on a range of topics such as digital connectivity and agile working practices, emotions and wellbeing at work, managing work conflict, relational attachment at work, attitudes to diversity, and modern leadership. Throughout the course, there’s a strong emphasis on issues around equality, diversity and inclusion.
**Internships**
You may have the opportunity to secure an internship through our local professional partnerships and professional psychologist mentors, along with applied research project offerings.
**Accreditation**
You’ll join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School.
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second class (2.2) degree with at least 57%, or work experience, will also be considered on an individual basis. Your qualification should be in psychology or a relevant subject (e.g., business and management, sociology, health care), and demonstrate a high level of research methodology. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
If you’re interested in how people think and behave at work – and in helping them optimise their wellbeing and performance – this is the course for you. You’ll learn to play a key role in developing knowledge, and to influence best practice and policy in the workplace, both today and in the rapidly changing workplace of the future.
Taught by the School of Psychology and the University of Sussex Business School, you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge in:
- psychological assessment at work
- learning, training and development
- leadership, engagement and motivation
- wellbeing and work
- organisational design, change and development.
The course will also cover issues relevant to the future of work, bringing you the latest thinking on a range of topics such as digital connectivity, relational attachment at work, class and masculinity, attitudes to diversity, consumer psychology and modern leadership.
**Internships**
You may have the opportunity to secure an internship through our local professional partnerships, along with applied research project offerings.
**Accreditation and partnerships**
This course is seeking accreditation against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Taking a BPS-accredited course is necessary if you wish to pursue a career as an Occupational Psychologist, and work towards chartered status. Those wishing to achieve Stage 1 accreditation must hold GBC from the BPS.
Our professional networks include Roffey Park Institute and the Institute for Employment Studies (IES). Both are involved with our students through the provision of specialist sessions, professional mentoring and other ad-hoc opportunities.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second class (2.2) degree with at least 57%, or work experience, will also be considered on an individual basis. Your qualification should be in psychology or a relevant subject (e.g., business and management, sociology, health care), and demonstrate a high level of research methodology. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
If you’re interested in how people think and behave at work – and in helping them optimise their wellbeing and performance – this is the course for you. You’ll learn to play a key role in developing knowledge, and to influence best practice and policy in the workplace, both today and in the rapidly changing workplace of the future.
Taught by the School of Psychology and the University of Sussex Business School, you’ll gain valuable skills and knowledge in:
- psychological assessment at work
- learning, training and development
- leadership, engagement and motivation
- wellbeing and work
- organisational design, change and development.
The course will also cover issues relevant to the future of work, bringing you the latest thinking on a range of topics such as digital connectivity, relational attachment at work, class and masculinity, attitudes to diversity, consumer psychology and modern leadership.
**Internships**
You may have the opportunity to secure an internship through our local professional partnerships, along with applied research project offerings.
**Accreditation and partnerships**
This course is seeking accreditation against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Taking a BPS-accredited course is necessary if you wish to pursue a career as an Occupational Psychologist, and work towards chartered status. Those wishing to achieve Stage 1 accreditation must hold GBC from the BPS.
Our professional networks include Roffey Park Institute and the Institute for Employment Studies (IES). Both are involved with our students through the provision of specialist sessions, professional mentoring and other ad-hoc opportunities.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second class (2.2) degree with at least 57%, or work experience, will also be considered on an individual basis. Your qualification should be in psychology or a relevant subject (e.g., business and management, sociology, health care), and demonstrate a high level of research methodology. |
Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
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