MSc Applied Positive Psychology drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2023-11-01 | - |
Program Overview
Positive psychology takes a step away from the traditional aspects of behavioural studies and seeks to explore what makes humans flourish and excel within our complex societies.
If you’re fascinated by human behaviour and want to explore exactly what it takes to fulfil our greatest potential in all areas of life, then our Applied Positive Psychology masters is for you. Not only will this course have an incredible impact on your career, you might experience a personal journey and help others do the same.
Program Outline
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our
Academic Advice section
.Applied Positive Psychology Modules
Core Modules
Credits
Positive Psychology of Wellbeing and Emotions
20.00
Credits
20.00
Strengths Approaches & Interventions in Positive Psychology
20.00
Credits
20.00
Positive Psychology in Practice
20.00
Credits
20.00
Applied Research Methods
20.00
Credits
20.00
Extended Research Project/Dissertation
60.00
Credits
60.00
Optional Modules
Credits
The Psychology of Hope and Resilience
20.00
Credits
20.00
The Journey of Change
20.00
Credits
20.00
Positive Education and Other Evidence-Based Interventions
20.00
Credits
20.00
Systemic and Environmental Approaches to Positive Psychology
20.00
Credits
20.00
Creativity and Positive Psychology of the Arts
20.00
Credits
20.00
Positive Psychology in Coaching
20.00
Credits
20.00
What are the course entry requirements?
If you want to enter this course you will typically have achieved a 2:1 degree or have evidence of the equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience. We encourage anyone interested in the course to come to our
Postgraduate Open Day
to meet with our specialist course team.If you are interested in studying Positive Psychology at Buckinghamshire New University, but haven't quite made up your mind, or want to know more about the subject first, then you may be interested in a short online course, Introduction to Positive Psychology endorsed by Buckinghamshire New University and delivered via the website Positive Psychology Online Courses. Completion of this short course also entitles you to a 10% discount on subsequent MAPP tuition fees.
