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MA Applied Psychology: Workplaces and Behaviours

Start Date: 7th September 2026

Length 1 Year
Study Full-Time
Location Rye Hill Campus

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MA Applied Psychology - Workplaces and Behaviours

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Do you want to understand what really drives people at work? Our Masters in Applied Psychology will give you the skills to tackle modern workplace challenges, from team dynamics and productivity to mental health and employee wellbeing.

Perfect for those looking to advance in organisational psychology, HR, coaching or consulting, this Masters degree will help you explore how psychology can create better, more inclusive workplaces. You’ll develop expertise in key areas such as mental health, diversity and inclusion and staff motivation, skills that are highly valued across both the public and private sectors.

You will examine business and ethical approaches, learning how to navigate complex challenges and make responsible decisions in professional settings. You will also explore how workplace transactions and communication have evolved in the twenty-first century and how this impacts team dynamics.

You won’t just learn the theory, you’ll apply it through debates, role plays, and problem-solving exercises.

Entry requirements

A minimum 2:2 in a Level 6 Honours Degree within a relevant field
All applicants will be required to take part in an interview with the Curriculum Team.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 7 MA in Applied Psychology - Workplaces and Behaviours.

What will I learn?

Business and Ethical Approaches/Challenges in the Workplace
Workplace Transaction and Communication in the Twenty-first Century
Research Methods in Psychology
Engagement Strategies to Promote Behaviour Change in the Workplace
Dissertation

How is the course taught?

Lectures
Interactive seminars
Industry-led projects

How am I assessed?

Essays and written assignments
Role plays
Presentations
Case study analysis
Dissertation

Where can I progress?

Upon successful completion of this course, you could continue your studies at Level 8 through doctoral programmes in psychology or related fields, or explore many of the career opportunities available across various industries where psychology is applied to workplace settings.

Course costs and information

Tuition fees vary depending on the course and mode of study. Read more about tuition fees and financial support.

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Xania Prentice

BSc (Hons) Counselling Skills and Therapeutic Communication (Top-Up)

"As an older student, learning as a beginner meant I was able to bring all my life experience onto this course. I've studied modules ranging from trauma to gender to bereavement, and all of it fascinated me. But to me, this course wasn't just about qualifying in psychology - I've found my calling here, by discovering how people work and figuring out how I could help them."

Richard Cave

Lecturer | Counselling

"The great thing about this course that I’m teaching is that it’s a professional course, so by the end of the two years, my students have a professional qualification to go out and be a counsellor and speak to real people with real issues."