Business and Organisational Psychology (Online) MSc

UK

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What will I learn?

This fully-accredited online MSc in Business and Organisational Psychology, from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University, is designed to provide a critical understanding of human behaviour in the workplace. This programme helps you understand what makes individuals thrive at work, enhances organisational performance, and develops skills to create a healthier work environment.

Created by experts in our psychology department and accredited by the Association for Business Psychology (ABP), the MSc in Business and Organisational Psychology offers an in-depth understanding of the psychological principles that drive positive workplace performance. Graduates gain comprehensive knowledge of psychological theory, evidence, and methods relevant to business practices. This degree equips you with the skills and personal qualities necessary to successfully apply your knowledge in a business career.

Degree duration

We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we want to ensure that our programme is as flexible as possible to accommodate your needs. Therefore, it is possible for you to study anytime, anywhere. We believe this flexibility will enable you to achieve your educational goals without compromising your other commitments.

On average it will take 200 hours to complete each course. You can enrol at any time, begin your studies when you are ready, and pick up courses as you go – meaning you can structure your studies in a way that fits around your schedule. It also means that you are in control of your schedule and decide whether you want to speed up, slow down, or take a break at any point in your studies. Throughout the programme, regardless of your schedule, you will be able to learn alongside a diverse and global community of students and professionals and interact with peers and tutors in forums.

Who should study this degree?

This degree has been tailored to meet the needs of those working towards a number of job roles, this includes a business psychology practitioner, human resource manager, organisational development manager, management consultant or leadership consultant.

This degree has been designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and understanding of psychological theory, evidence, and methods relevant to business practice.

Which department am I in?

Heriot-Watt University

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (2.5 Years)

Tuition fees
£3,993.60 (4,35,127) per year
Standard fee Per course: £1,248 and Full programme: £9,984

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Online Campus

United Kingdom

Online/Distance with attendance (2.5 Years)

Tuition fees
£3,993.60 (4,35,127) per year
Standard fee Per course: £1,248 and Full programme: £9,984

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2026

Venue

Online Campus

United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Typically, you will hold a recognised first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. If English is not the applicant's first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Heriot-Watt University

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