Program Overview

MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology / Behaviour

Overview

The MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology/Behaviour at DCU Business School is the longest running specialised programme delivering organisational psychology education in Ireland. The programme emphasises collaborative and participative team learning, and draws heavily on the experiences and insights of participants rather than on the lecturer as an expert.

Duration and Start Date

• Duration: 2 Years
• Start Date: September 2025

Accreditations

• The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is the world’s largest Chartered HR and development professional body. Graduates who successfully complete this programme are eligible for Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD).
• Established in 1970, the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) is the learned and professional body for psychology and psychologists in the Republic of Ireland. PSI-accredited since 2009, the MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology/Behaviour are the longest running specialised programmes delivering organisational psychology education in Ireland.
• DCU Business School is ranked in the top 95 Business Schools in Europe in the 2022 Financial Times Ranking, one of only three Irish Business Schools to achieve this ranking.

Why Do This Course?

The programme aims to produce professionally qualified Organisational Psychologists and Organisational Behaviour specialists who shall:

• Develop the ability to objectively analyse specific and related aspects of the structure of an organisation and the tasks it performs;
• Have a complete understanding of both the measurement and influence of individual differences such as personality, motivation, leadership style and attitudes on organisational performance and efficiency;
• Be cognisant of the available methods of employee testing, appraisal and development, appropriate to organisational rationale;
• Be capable of analysing organisational staffing needs and prescribing job analysis, recruitment and selection techniques for that organisation;
• Develop distinctive psychological skills for the diagnosis of specific aspects of organisational behaviour and functioning such as training, decision-making, restructuring, problem-solving and job design;
• Develop the ability to aid organisations to embrace team working, multicultural workplace integration and innovative management techniques.

Career Prospects

From a careers perspective, this programme is ideal for professionals in senior management, leadership roles and those with an interest in organisational change management.

Entry Requirements

• For admission to the MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology (DC508) candidates must hold:
  • A 2.1 Level 8 Honours degree in Psychology and relevant work experience
• For admission to the MSc in Work and Organisational Behaviour (DC957) candidates must hold:
  • A 2.1 Level 8 Honours degree in any discipline and relevant work experience
• This programme is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development and completion leads to graduate membership of C.I.P.D.
• DC508 is also fully accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland. For PSI membership (including graduate membership), please consult the PSI webpage as individual DWOP/PSI membership award decisions are made by the PSI.

Fees & Charges

• EU Status Fee Part Time: €7,700 per annum

How to Apply

• All applicants should apply through the DCU website.
• Please select the right stream in your application – MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology (DC508) OR MSc in Work and Organisational Behaviour (DC957).
• Provide Academic Transcripts for each and every year of study with English translation, if applicable.
• A copy of passport
• Provide a 500-750 word (max) personal statement.
• Please upload a CV , detailing relevant academic and professional experience.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL.
• If applicable, provide evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements.

Application Deadlines

• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the programme is full or until:
  • Closing date for EU applicants is 30th August 2025
  • Closing date for Non-EU applicants was 1st July 2025.