Program Overview
The Occupational and Organisational Psychology at University of Surrey is a MSc programme in Psychology over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Occupational and Organisational Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Occupational and Organisational Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Psychological Assessment in the Workplace
- Performance, Engagement and Well-being
- Organizational Behaviour
- Research Methods
- The Psychology of Leadership and Decision-making
- Human Resource Development
- Applying Psychology to Work
- Advanced Research Methods for Applied Psychology.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A first or 2.1 honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in psychology, paired with an interest, understanding and / or experience of work, organisational, and business issues as evident from the application form.
- Following this screening process, we invite suitable applicants to an interview, either face-to-face or via Skype.
- Students wishing to go on to the Stage 2 Qualification in Occupational Psychology after the programme will require eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Surrey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Surrey
University of Surrey
Guildford, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline 1 September 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months