Work Related Psychology

Overview

Expand your career options with this MA in Work-Related Psychology course. This Master's Degree is an ICHAS (Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences) programme. ICHAS are responsible for its delivery & all academic matters pertaining to it.



The ICHAS MA in Work Related Psychology enables you to gain an advanced understanding of the core principles of Work-Related Psychology, Organisational Psychology, and Human Resources Psychology, while equipping you with the expertise to address critical challenges faced by organisations.



Why Study with ICHAS?

The MA in Work-Related Psychology is designed to accommodate psychology graduates to achieve higher order knowledge, skills and competence in Work-Related Psychology and will be of interest to Psychology graduates wishing to pursue careers as Business psychologists, Human Resource Managers, Trainers, Managers and Consultants.



The MA in Work Related Psychology will equip learners with the opportunity to study two elective modules to gain in-depth knowledge of a variety of specialised areas such as:

• Change and Teamwork, Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Business Innovations, Learning Methods, Engagement and Wellbeing in the Workplace, and Customer Relationship Management.

• Develop your critical analytical skills and your understanding of the principles driving different research methods.

• By completing this qualification you’ll be able to source, select and review Work-Related Psychology research independently, evaluate its relevance for complex real-life issues/cases, assess its validity and clearly communicate your findings to a range of audiences. With the latest research and practical skills to foster a positive work environment, enhance team dynamics and boost overall productivity.



Professional Accreditation of the Programme

The MA in Work-Related Behaviour with Leadership & Management is designed to accommodate the educational needs of psychology graduates who meet the eligibility criteria for graduate membership of Association of Business Psychology, making graduates eligible for recognition and membership of the ABP as Business Psychologists, and who wish to add to their portfolio of qualifications.



The Programme was benchmarked against the Programme Criteria for Work and Organisational Psychology programmes with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) but has not yet been presented to the PSI for programme recognition towards membership of their Work & Organisational Psychology Division.

Module Information

Learners in the MA in Work-Related Psychology programme are required to complete 90 ECTS on a full-time basis over one academic year. Students who wish to exit the MA in Work-Related Psychology with the award of a Postgraduate Diploma in Work-Related Psychology will complete all modules of the principal programme with the exception of the Dissertation Module.



CoreModules:

• Principles of Work Psychology

• Organisational Psychology

• Research Methodologies & Design

• Personnel & Human Resources Psychology

• Dissertation



Elective 1 (students must choose one of the following):

• Managing People in Organisations

• Leading Change, Teamwork and Managing People

• Psychology of Entrepreneurship

• Creativity & Business Innovation



Elective 2 (students must choose one of the following):

• Principles Competencies and Practices of Mentoring & Coaching

• Learning, Engagement and Wellbeing in the Workplace

• Theoretical Perspectives on Customer Experiences

• Customer Relationship Management

Domestic Applicants:

• Applicants must hold a relevant Level 8 programme (BA (Hons) or a BSc (Hons) in Psychology at a minimum of a 2.2 standard.

• All applicants will be required to have a minimum of ordinary-level maths at Leaving Certificate standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency in maths at this level.

• All applicants are required to be over 23 years of age.

• All applicants will be required to attend an interview to ascertain their suitability for the programme.

• Successful applicants would be required to complete Garda Vetting at the College.



International Applicants:

• If English is not your native language you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard, i.e B2+ in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages which is equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5.

• International students will have to provide evidence that they can satisfy the eligibility requirements for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland or the British Psychological Society.

• All international applicants must meet the visa requirements for study in Ireland.

• All applicants are required to be over 23 years of age.

• All applicants will be required to attend an interview to ascertain their suitability for the programme.

• Successful applicants would be required to complete Garda Vetting at the College.

Applications for this course are submitted through the ICHAS website. When you click on "Application Weblink" above, you will be directed to ICHAS to complete your application.

1 Year (Full time) & 2 Years (Part Time).



Timetable

The programme can be completed on a full-time basis over one year (3 semesters) or on a part-time basis over two years (6 semesters). The programme uses a blended learning approach. Timetables will be made available closer to the course start date. Please contact ichas@griffith.ie for further information.

Intake Dates:

Limerick - Full-Time - September 2026

Limerick - Part-Time - September 2026

Dublin - Part-Time - September 2026

Dublin - Full-Time - September 2026

Cork - Full-Time - September 2026

Cork - Part-Time - September 2026

Career Progression

Graduates of a programme dedicated to Work-Related Psychology are ideally equipped to play a role in supporting employees and employers to ensure healthy work environments. Therefore, studying on this programme for any of these awards should be attractive to those wishing to develop careers as specialist Work and Organisational Psychologists or Business Psychologists in a range of work-related contexts. On successful graduation, students who complete this ABP-accredited Master's Degree can use the title “ABP Certified Business Psychologist (CBP)".



Examples of such roles include:

Human Resource Management

Training and Development Management

Employee Relations Management

Organisational Development Consultants



Academic Progression

This programme provides a progression opportunity to complete a range of Programmes at Level 10 nationally and internationally.