Business Psychology MSc - 2027/8
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Business Psychology
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Business Psychology |
| PGCert | Business Psychology |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | PLD61034 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences - Surrey Business School
Programme Leader
STUART Anna Luca (SBS)
Date of production/revision of spec
29/10/2026
Educational aims of the programme
- In Semester 1, students are introduced to the wider context of psychology in business practices through compulsory programme modules and given the opportunity to choose from a range of essential workplace capability modules.
- In Semester 2, students are introduced to a deeper level of working in organisations, including leadership and decision-making and evidence-based research methods, and they are given the opportunity to choose from a range of elective applied psychology, general management and business analytics modules.
- The programme is configured to enable entry in September or February.
- Students develop critical evaluation and application of theories.
- The MSc in Business Psychology develops students' knowledge and skills in the critical evaluation, discussion, and analysis of issues in the people management profession and related fields, including consulting and general management.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Develop a systematic and integrated understanding of applied practice in business psychology, incorporating research evidence, practical contextual issues, and professional and ethical issues. | KC | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Ability to independently and critically evaluate information about organizations, context, and research findings relevant to the practice of business psychology. | KCT | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Ability to demonstrate high-level learning and problem solving in the modules studied. | CPT | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Demonstrate advanced understanding of the complexities, tensions, and power dynamics inherent in business psychology, and apply analytical and problem-solving skills to address conflict, change, and organisational transformation in diverse settings. | KP | PGCert, PGDip, MSc |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7.
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Module Selection for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Select 2 optional modules in each semester.
The programme will include 4 new modules:
Research Methods for Evidence-Based Practice - Compulsory Semester 2
People Management Dissertation - Compulsory Year Long
People Analytics - Optional Semester 2
International Human Resource Management - Optional Semester 2
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
The school/department of Management is committed to developing graduates with strengths in Employability, Digital Capabilities, Global and Cultural Capabilities, Sustainability, and Resourcefulness and Resilience. This programme is designed to allow students to develop knowledge, skills, and capabilities in the following areas:
Digital capabilities: The programme develops digital fluency and analytical capability appropriate to Business Psychology practice. The programme¿s use of digital learning platforms supports students¿ communication, collaboration and knowledge-exchange skills.
Students gain experience in data analysis using professional research and analytical tools, supporting evidence-based business psychology decision-making. Digital assessments develop the ability to interpret workforce data, evaluate organisational metrics, and communicate insights effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Graduate attributes supported: digital literacy; data-informed decision-making; analytical capability; professional communication
Employability: The programme is designed to develop advanced knowledge, professional capability, and strategic competence required for careers in general management, consultancy and related fields. Through applied assessments, consultancy-style projects, live case analysis, and dedicated modules relevant to leadership skills, students develop the capacity to translate theory into professional practice in complex organisational settings.
Engagement with employers, professional practitioners, and invited speakers from multinational organisations ensures exposure to current international Business Psychology challenges, including talent assessment and management, integration of people technology, workplace well-being, and workforce diversity. Students are encouraged to attend events hosted by employers and the Association for Business Psychology, strengthening professional networks and career readiness in both domestic and international labour markets.
Graduate attributes supported: professional competence; career readiness; strategic thinking; applied problem-solving.
Global and cultural capabilities: The programme adopts an explicitly broad approach, examining core business psychology concepts, and integrating an international focus in module content. Students critically evaluate how institutional, cultural, and political contexts shape organizational strategy using Business Psychology across different national environments. A diverse student and staff body, alongside international guest contributors, fosters intercultural awareness and global citizenship. Collaborative learning activities are designed to develop cultural intelligence, inclusive leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate effectively in multinational and cross-border organisational contexts.
Graduate attributes supported: global citizenship; intercultural competence; ethical awareness; collaborative capability.
Resourcefulness and Resilience: The programme fosters intellectual independence, reflective practice, and adaptability through an intensive and research-informed learning experience. Structured formative feedback, mentoring, and applied project work support students in managing complexity and uncertainty. Students develop advanced critical thinking skills, the capacity to respond constructively to feedback, and the resilience required to navigate dynamic global employment environments. The emphasis on independent inquiry and applied problem-solving strengthens confidence, self-regulation, and professional judgement.
Graduate attributes supported: resilience; self-direction; critical reflection; leadership capability.
Sustainability: Sustainability and responsible management are embedded across the curriculum. Students critically examine the role of Business Psychology in advancing ethical practice, equality and inclusion, decent work, and long-term organisational performance within global supply chains and multinational contexts. The programme engages with the economic, social, and environmental dimensions of sustainability, encouraging students to evaluate how Business Psychology contributes to management and business administration, stakeholder value, and societal impact. Ethical reasoning and responsible decision-making are integral to learning and assessment.
Graduate attributes supported: ethical responsibility; social awareness; sustainability literacy; responsible leadership.
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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2027/8 academic year.