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MSc Work Psychology
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc Work Psychology program at The University of Sheffield is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the psychological factors that influence work behavior, motivation, and performance. The program combines insights from organizational psychology, human resource management, and applied psychology to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to enhance workplace productivity and well-being.
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Core Work Psychology Modules: The curriculum covers essential topics such as organizational behavior, performance management, employee motivation, and workplace diversity, providing students with a solid foundation in work psychology principles.
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Psychological Assessment and Evaluation: The program emphasizes the use of psychological assessment and evaluation techniques to understand individual and team dynamics in the workplace.
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Workplace Interventions: Students learn about workplace interventions, exploring strategies to improve employee well-being, job satisfaction, and overall organizational effectiveness.
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Applied Research Projects: The program offers students the opportunity to engage in applied research projects, allowing them to address real-world workplace challenges using psychological theories and methods.
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Expert Faculty: The MSc Work Psychology program is led by a team of experienced faculty members who are specialists in work psychology and organizational behavior. They provide valuable guidance and mentorship to students throughout their academic journey.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 27500
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MSc Work Psychology program have diverse and promising career prospects in various fields.
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Organizational Psychologist: Graduates can pursue roles as organizational psychologists, working with businesses and organizations to optimize employee performance and well-being.
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Human Resource Manager: With expertise in work psychology, graduates can work in human resource management, focusing on talent acquisition, training, and employee development.
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Workplace Consultant: Graduates can explore careers as workplace consultants, advising organizations on strategies to improve workplace productivity and employee engagement.
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Training and Development Specialist: The program equips students to work as training and development specialists, designing and implementing employee training programs.
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Academic and Research Roles: Some students may choose to pursue further studies or academic careers, contributing to work psychology research and teaching in universities and research institutions.
