Work Psychology

Why Study Work Psychology at Loughborough University?

This programme is especially suitable for students with an undergraduate degree in Psychology wishing to develop a career as an Occupational Psychologist.

It is also suitable for those wishing to apply their knowledge of psychology in personnel functions, human resource management roles or as business consultants in areas such as selection and assessment, organisational development and change and employee development.

We are seeking British Psychological Society Accreditation for the programme (for the 2015 intake*). Completion of an accredited programme fulfils the requirements of the Stage 1 qualification for those wishing to go on to become a HCPC-registered Occupational Psychologist.

Students are given in-depth training by experienced researchers and practitioners to equip them to understand and analyse a wide range of psychological theories that can be applied in organisational settings. This is integrated with practical training on how to apply theory to influence important business decisions.

There is a strong emphasis on developing critical thinking and consultancy skills as well as the ability to work effectively with a wide range of organisational stakeholders.

Students extend and cement their practical skills by completing a research project that allows them to apply their knowledge to an organisational issue.

*to be confirmed

Available 1yr full-time or 2-4yrs part-time (block teaching)

The course is delivered through block-teaching, with most modules lasting four full days (2 days each week, across two weeks with a further intensive practical session at the end of each Semester). This is designed to allow you to immerse yourself each topic so that you can fully appreciate how theory can be applied to make a significant difference to business clients. This also allows modules to be studied effectively by those in work who wish to study on a part-time basis (from 2-4 years depending on the number of modules that you choose to study each year).

Details found at: lboro.ac.uk/departments/sbe/pg/programmes/workpsychologymsc

Semester 1 * Gathering and Using Evidence in Work Psychology (Part I)
* Leadership and Performance Management
* Employee Engagement, Motivation and Voice
* Well-being and Work
* Work Design, Organisational Change and Development

Semester 2 * Gathering and Using Evidence in Work Psychology (Part II)
* Psychological Assessment in Organisations
* Career Development
* Learning, Development and Knowledge Management

Summer * Empirical Research Project in Work Psychology

Minimum of upper second class honours degree in psychology or equivalent overseas qualification recognised by Loughborough University and by the British Psychological Society as providing Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.Evidence of numerical proficiency demonstrated through the study of mathematical or statistical subjects in some part of your first degree. Applications from those with a lower second class degree may be considered if the applicant has considerable relevant work experience. English language requirement for international studentsIELTS: overall 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each componentThe School will accept lower IELTS scores if you undertake the University's pre-sessional English course. 5-week course: IELTS score of 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component10-week course: IELTS score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

Scholarships and Bursaries worth up to 100% of fees!!

The School of Business and Economics is committed to attracting the very best applicants. We offer a range of competitive scholarships and bursaries to both UK/EU and international applicants some worth up to 100% of your fees!

Our scholarship and bursary range is designed to include a wide range of students and consists of:

* Alumni scholarships (for UK/EU and international students)
* Outstanding academic achievement scholarships
* Sports scholarships
* Hardship bursaries and other funding options
* International student specific scholarships, including: Loughborough University Graduate School Development Trust Africa; USA scholarships and loans; and Santander International postgraduate scholarships

Whilst some of our scholarships are offered automatically based on your course application, some scholarships and bursaries do require a separate application and have limited availability and application deadlines.

For more details visit: lboro.ac.uk/departments/sbe/pg/fees-funding

Accreditation

Triple accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)

The School of Business and Economics is one of less than 1% of business schools in the world to have achieved accreditation from all three major international accrediting bodies: The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the Association of MBAs (AMBA), and EQUIS accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).

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