The MA Work and Organisational Psychology at University College Cork is designed for graduates seeking to apply psychological principles to enhance workplace well-being and organisational effectiveness. In today's dynamic work environments, understanding how to improve recruitment, manage the impact of technology, coach individuals, and build organisational capacity is crucial. This postgraduate programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to address these challenges, making it ideal for those aspiring to careers as work and organisational psychologists, human resource managers, or consultants. You will delve into the critical issues shaping modern workplaces.
This 90-credit Masters degree is studied full-time on campus over one calendar year. Your learning journey will involve core modules such as Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods, Learning, Well-Being and Participation at Work, Personnel Selection and Assessment, and Designing in Workplaces, alongside elective choices. A significant component is the AP6171 Research Dissertation in Applied Psychology, allowing you to conduct in-depth research. You will graduate with the practical and theoretical expertise needed for impactful roles in human resource management, organisational development, and applied psychology consultancy.