You should have an undergraduate degree in Psychology, or in a relevant subject (not necessarily Psychology), of at least upper second class standard. Relevant work experience will be an advantage.

Important information about career routes in occupational psychology

For those applicants who have a BSc or a BA in Psychology from a university that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) (This is also known as having Graduate Basis for Chartership; GBC), the Goldsmiths’ MSc in Occupational Psychology (if successfully completed) will allow you to progress to BPS Stage two training, and eventually attain professional chartership in occupational psychology (if Stage two BPS requirements are met).

For those applicants who have a BSc or a BA in Psychology from a university that is not accredited by the BPS, you will not be eligible for the BPS Stage two training at present, but will nevertheless be welcome to join the Goldsmiths’ MSc in Occupational Psychology. Importantly, it may be possible for you to gain BPS recognition for your non-accredited BA or BSc in Psychology through applying directly to the BPS through this link. 

For those applicants who are unable to gain BPS recognition for their BSc or BA in Psychology, and those applicants who have a BSc or a BA in a discipline outside of psychology, you will not be eligible for the BPS Stage two training at present, but will nevertheless be welcome to join the Goldsmiths’ MSc in Occupational Psychology. Applicants in this situation may consider completing a BPS accredited psychology postgraduate conversion course prior to undertaking the MSc in Occupational Psychology. This will permit eventual progression to the BPS Stage two training, if the MSc in Occupational Psychology is successfully attained.

International qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the qualifications we accept from around the world.

If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing to study this programme. If you need assistance with your English language, we offer a range of courses that can help prepare you for postgraduate-level study.

Find out more about tuition fees.

Find out more about funding opportunities for home/EU applicants, or funding for international applicants. If you're applying for funding, you may be subject to an application deadline.

You apply directly to Goldsmiths using our online application system. 

Before submitting your application you'll need to have: 

• Details of your education history, including the dates of all exams/assessments
• The email address of your referee who we can request a reference from, or alternatively an electronic copy of your academic reference
• A personal statement – this can either be uploaded as a Word Document or PDF, or completed online

          Please see our guidance on writing a postgraduate statement

• If available, an electronic copy of your educational transcript (this is particularly important if you have studied outside of the UK, but isn’t mandatory)

You'll be able to save your progress at any point and return to your application by logging in using your username/email and password.

When to apply 

We accept applications from October for students wanting to start the following September. 

We encourage you to complete your application as early as possible, even if you haven't finished your current programme of study. It's very common to be offered a place conditional on you achieving a particular qualification. 

If you're applying for external funding from one of the Research Councils, make sure you submit your application by the deadline they've specified. 

Late applications will only be considered if there are spaces available.

Selection process 

Selection is by personal application, references and interview.

Find out more about applying.

MSc in Occupational Psychology staff

Skills

You'll develop technical skills related to occupational psychology including:

• stress and safety risk assessment procedures
• work re-design procedures
• designing assessment strategies
• training needs analysis

You’ll also develop the analytical skills that you will need as a professional psychologist.

Careers

Through the Professional Skills Workshops you will be able to interact closely with experts from the world's leading organisations and enhance your professional development.

The programme’s success is increasingly reflected in the excellent employment rates of our former MSc students in both public and private sectors. Some students also go on to carry out PhD level study with us to become academic Occupational Psychologists.

You may go on to work as an independent consultant, as an ‘in-house’ consultant for a private or public sector organisation, in a consultancy, or in academia.

Find out more about employability at Goldsmiths.

Samina

"I chose Goldsmiths because I was already aware of its good reputation."

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I knew I was interested in the MSc but this was further confirmed on meeting and being taught by very senior experts and professionals in the field. I am now working for a talent management company called Kenexa in the surveys business unit which I feel is directly linked to the Masters. I have also experienced working in two other companies – one an assessment and development centre specialist, and a smaller, niche consultancy that gave me different experiences in the field. Goldsmiths was a great place to study as it was laid back, autonomous, friendly and modern and being taught by people who have made a name for themselves in my chosen field was also inspiring."

Rachael

"The IMS is a supportive study environment, whilst at the same time encouraging you to stretch yourself and think about occupational psychology in new ways."

"I chose to study at Goldsmiths as I felt the Institute of Management Studies would be an exciting and dynamic place to study Occupational Psychology. I like how the department combines innovation and entrepreneurial aspects of business with the core skills and knowledge required for occupational psychology. 

Prior to starting the course I worked for 10 years in management consulting and so I was looking for a course that would give me a competitive edge in the job market. The college has an excellent reputation, and as the programme is BPS accredited, I will be able to gain chartered status in the future.

I have found the course to be both challenging and hugely enjoyable. I have met some great people on the programme with very diverse backgrounds. I think this gave good depth to the discussions we had in the lectures and tutorials. 

The IMS is a supportive study environment, whilst at the same time encouraging you to stretch yourself and think about occupational psychology in new ways."

Bethan

"The course is expertly run by academics at the forefront of their field who are infectious in their passion for occupational psychology."

"From the moment I stepped on campus, I knew there was something special about Goldsmiths and that I would enjoy my time here. After a break from education it has been wonderful to feel enriched by learning alongside people who share similar passions and career interests as myself.

The course, which resides in the Institute of Management Studies (IMS), is expertly run by academics at the forefront of their field who are infectious in their passion for occupational psychology and actively encourage expression of opinions and debate. The course content is varied but remains in depth to the degree it provides me with the confidence that I will have considerable relevant knowledge as a result. Furthermore, the guest talks in the Distinguished Speakers and Professional Skills Workshops have been very useful in providing insight into potential careers and proof that the course facilitators are keen to produce employable as well as informed students.

I was delighted and surprised to receive the IMS bursary to study this year. It has enabled me to focus my time on reading and most recently I've been able to take a week of unpaid work experience. The bursary has also given me a boost to do my utmost in giving the course my all. I am very grateful for the opportunity provided by the Institute."

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