2015/16 Taught Postgraduate Programme Catalogue
MSc Organizational Psychology
Programme code: | MSC-BS/OP | UCAS code: | |
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Duration: | 12 Months | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
Programme manager: | Helen Hughes | Contact address: | hj@lubs.leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 180
Entry requirements:
- Upper second class or first class bachelors degree or international equivalent in psychology or a related discipline that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as providing eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). (The BPS assesses international qualifications individually to determine eligibility for GBC.)
- Work experience is desirable but not essential.
For applicants whose first language is not English, either:
1. A TOEFL score of 580 overall and 4 in the TWE for the paper-based test; the computer-based test requires scores of at least 240 overall and 4.0 in essay-writing; for the internet based test (TOEFL iBT) applicants must achieve a minimum overall score of 92 with a minimum of 21 in Listening, 21 in Reading, 23 in Speaking and 22 in Writing.; or
2. IELTS scores of 6 or more in each section and 6.5 overall.
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
Leeds University Business School
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
Postgraduate Board of Examiners, LUBS
Programme specification:
Our graduates will:
1. Understand the empirical and theoretical research literature from the domain of Organizational Psychology ;
2. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the practical issues associated with implementing and applying such theory in practice;
3. Display technical, interpersonal, analytical and commercial skills to enable them to design and manage effective psychological interventions;
4. Understand the range of research methods and analytical techniques available to the Organizational Psychologist, and how these can be applied to address applied research problems;
5. Be reflective learners with insight and understanding in ethical conduct, global and cultural awareness, professional issues and practical constraint, and a developing professional identity.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Candidates are eligible for the award if they pass the above compulsory modules and complete satisfactorily the dissertation/independent research project, and in so doing attain the required 180 credits across the modules studied.
LUBS5381M | The Psychology of Effective Organizations | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LUBS5383M | Personnel Selection and Training | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LUBS5384M | Design of Complex Human-Technical Systems | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LUBS5386M | Organizational Development and Change | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LUBS5392M | Dissertation | 60 credits | 01 Jun to 31 Aug | |
LUBS5393M | Managing Performance and Developing Careers | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LUBS5395M | Research Design and Analysis | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
LUBS5397M | Advanced Behavioural Research Design and Analysis | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
LUBS5584M | Commercial and Professional Skills | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Last updated: 17/11/2015
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