MSc Occupational Psychology

Module: 7PS003

Credits: 40

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

In this module, students are able to gain a considerable portfolio of knowledge and skills to support them in interpreting published research in both psychology and allied fields, and in conducting their own psychological research. Students are encouraged to gain a critical understanding of the various epistemological positions taken by psychological researchers, and study the research methods concomitant with these philosophical assumptions. Students learn advanced literature searching and, through synthesis of published research, how to identify knowledge gaps and research questions. As the module proceeds, students have practice at developing such a research idea into a feasible and ethically sound research protocol. Both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques are covered, the former to an advanced level. Students learn how to select, administer, and score psychometric instruments. Whilst psychometrics are taught in the research setting, their applied use is also discussed. This will include the historical development of psychometric theory. Students will be required to demonstrate competence in the administration and interpretation of tests of cognitive ability and providing verbal and written feedback. Students will also be introduced to procedures of test construction and test validation, and will be required to demonstrate an understanding of validation methodology. At the end, students will study research methodology relating to their specific courses; Counselling Psychology, Cyberpsychology, Forensic Psychology and Occupational Psychology, in order to prepare then further for the independent research project.

Module: 7PS004

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module provides an introduction and overview of contemporary issues in human factors and design of work. The module examines workplace design from a physical and psychological perspectice. Students will discover some of the physical and psychological factors affecting individuals at work, and the impact these have on both workers’ attitudes and their ability to do their jobs. The implications of findings from relevant research in these areas will be assessed through a combination of seminar style lectures and practical group activities. in addition, students will be introduced to a variety of contextual and practical issues within Occupational Psychology services such as work design, individual and organisational interventions. For those studying the MSc Occupational Psychology, the module covers and assesses aspects of three of the newly redeveloped 5 areas identified by the BPS Division of Occupational Psychology required for stage one training. The knowledge areas covered are: Work Design, Organisational Change and Development, Wellbeing at Work and Applying Psychology to Work and Organisations.

Module: 7PS011

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Within this module, students will be introduced to historical and contemporary theories of organisational behaviour such as motivation and engagement at work, leadership, power and organisational change. This module covers three aspects of the new revised BPS framework in Occupational Psychology including Work Design, Organisational Change and Development, Leadership, Engagement and Motivation and Applying Psychology to Work and Organisations.

Module: 7PS010

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module provides an introduction and overview of approaches to performance management and personnel development in addition to theories and approaches to counselling and coaching in an organisational setting. This module will critically assess psychological theory and research on major issues in personnel development, performance appraisal, career development, and leaving work (redundancy/retirement). A range of career theories will be introduced as well as approaches to career development including psychological assessment. In addition the module incorporates skills-based activities of designing appraisal systems, basic counselling and coaching skills. The module covers aspects from three of the five knowledge areas identified by the BPS Division of Occupational Psychology. The knowledge areas covered are: Wellbeing and Work, Leadership, Engagement and Motivation, and Learning, Training and Development. PLEASE NOTE: Completion of this module confers credits towards completion of Stage One training in Occupational Psychology for MSc Occupational Psychology students only.

Module: 7PS012

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module will give students an introduction to Strategic Human Resource Management. The content of the module focuses on the use of psychological assessment in the workplace – particularly in the context of job selection – and training of personnel within the workforce. Through this module, students will be introduced to contemporary approaches to robust assessment and employee development. Students will be introduced to a variety of methods and approaches to recruitment and selection. This will also include an introduction to job analysis and competency modelling techniques as well as their various applications in recruitment and identifying training needs and training content. The module will go on to introduce students to training in organisations, individual needs and styles of learners, design and approaches to training, and evaluation of training. This module covers aspects from two of the five knowledge areas identified by the BPS Division of Occupational Psychology: Psychological Assessment at Work, and Learning, Training and Development. PLEASE NOTE: Completion of this module confers credits towards completion of Stage One training in Occupational Psychology for MSc Occupational Psychology students only.

Module: 7PS013

Credits: 60

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

The research Project is an independent study module in which students will negotiate, plan, manage and execute a programme of research and analysis. In addition, students will develop skills in critical thinking, report writing and will have the opportunity to present their work in progress at the end of year research conference.

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £7650 per year 2020-21 Home/EU Part-time £3825 per year 2020-21 Home Full-time £7800 per year 2021-22 Home Part-time £3900 per year 2021-22 International Full-time £13350 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £13950 per year 2021-22

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

• You should have a good Honours degree in Psychology (lower second class or above). Eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society is desirable, though not essential.
• You should also have a good standard of written and spoken English (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)
• Applicants may be required to attend an interview at the University of Wolverhampton before being accepted onto this course
• We will ask for appropriate references

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Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £11,750 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk.

* Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.

Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:

You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.

The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.

There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.

The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.

Self-funded:

If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.

Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Charitable Funding:

You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts; please see the following websites Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Action. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation