University of Leicester · Distance learning
Occupational Psychology, by distance learning
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…
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School of Psychology · Psychology
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.)
Getting in
As the university states it
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.
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