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Master of Work and Organisational Psychology

University of Limerick

Limerick, Ireland
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year BPS-accredited MSc in work and organisational psychology, Also available part-time.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Work and Organisational Psychology. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Professional roles across sectors and organisations
Postgraduate study
Stage 1 training towards Chartered Psychologist status

Curriculum

Modules: well-being and work
Work design
Organisational change and development
Career development
Gathering and using evidence
Leadership and performance management
Employee engagement
Motivation and voice
Psychological assessment in organisations
Learning and development
And a 60-credit empirical research project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Normally a first or second class Level 8 honours degree or recognised equivalent in a relevant discipline
With UL country-specific minimums (for example India first division 55-70% by programme
Pakistan 70% or 3.0/4.0
USA GPA 3.00). Some programmes need an interview
Work experience
CV
References or portfolio.

Accepted academic background

Taught master's applicants must normally hold a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant discipline. UL prints country-specific minimums (for example India: four-year bachelor or three-year honours bachelor, First division, 55-70% by programme, Pakistan: four-year degree, 70% or 3.0/4.0, Indonesia: 3.00/4.00, USA: GPA 3.00 or higher, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Jordan: CGPA 3.00/4.00, Turkiye: CGPA 2.5/4, Vietnam: average 7.0 or higher, Ghana: 2:2 from public or 2:1 from private universities, Nigeria: 2:2 federal or 2:1 private/state, China: high grades in a four-year degree from a recognised competitive university, Three-year degrees not accepted). Some programmes require interview, Work experience, CV, References or a portfolio.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per component)
TOEFL iBT 90 (4.5 overall and per section on the scale used from 21 January 2026)
TOEFL PBT 580
Duolingo 120 (110 per component)
PTE Academic 61 (59 per section)
Cambridge Grade C (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Degree Certificates
Passport Copy
Curriculum Vitae
Personal Statement

How to apply

Check the programme page
country-specific entry rules
English requirements and closing date (the non-EU Autumn deadline was 1 July in Some programmes close earlier). Apply online to UL. Application fee 50 EUR. Submit degree transcripts
English test evidence and any CV
references or proposal the programme asks for. Interview only where required. Pay the 1
000 EUR acceptance deposit and the tuition due before the visa support letter. Apply for the Irish student visa (full-time study only) with proof of funds. Register with immigration on arrival.

Other costs

Tuition per year	€18,400 EUR
Application fee	€50 EUR
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Limerick
Faculty or school	Kemmy Business School
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
27 Nov 2026
14 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.