Course summary
This is for you if... you want a sound knowledge and understanding of how psychology can be applied in an occupational context. This British Psychological Society (BPS) and Association for Business Psychologists (ABP) accredited postgraduate distance learning degree will equip you with an excellent level of knowledge and understanding of a broad range of topics in Occupational Psychology, including an appreciation of theory, an awareness of the strengths and limitations of research evidence, and how research can be used to help organisations and its employees. It also provides stage one towards the BPS Qualification in Occupational Psychology. You will learn how to apply occupational psychology methodologies to solve real-life problems in organisations. Core psychological theories will be illustrated with the latest research and examples of practice. You will develop a range of applied skills including interviewing, evaluation and questionnaire design. The course uses an online teaching and learning system to create an interactive learning environment. Your learning materials are accessed completely online at any time of the day. Distance learning with the School of Psychology means studying in your own time on a part-time basis, so you can combine achieving a qualification with work or family commitments. You will benefit from our professionally created course syllabus that meets the needs of professionals working in the field. The course team consists of both academics and practitioners with a wide range of expertise across all areas of the subject. An optional two-day Course Conference is held annually at the University and online, consisting of workshops and study skills sessions. The Conference provides support for your studies and the opportunity to hear esteemed speakers, both academic and practitioner, from different areas within applied psychology. It is also an excellent opportunity to meet staff and fellow students. The dates for the 2024 conference are Friday 11th and Saturday 12th October. As part of the course you can also sign up for optional psychometric test training courses. (There is an additional cost for these.)
Assessment method
On a distance learning course, you will study in your own time on a part-time basis, so you can combine achieving a qualification with work or family commitments. Teaching is through specially prepared course materials and other directed reading. Each module is made up of one to three written assignments. There are discussion boards on our virtual learning environment (Blackboard) which let you engage with tutors and other students; these also contribute to your assessment. A range of assessments are used across the course including case studies, presentations (via Skype) and research reports. There is also an annual course conference at Leicester.
How to apply
International applicants
https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students
Entry requirements
Second class honours degree in Psychology that confers Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS). You must also have some occupational experience. English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. International Qualifications: Find your country on the university to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Sponsorship information
https://le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates/fees-funding
Provider information
University of Leicester
University Road
Leicester
LE1 7RH