Organisational Psychology (C8041)

15 credits, Level 6

Spring teaching

In this module, you will explore the application of psychology to a wide range of issues relating to work organisations.

You will learn about theories theories from mainstream psychology regarding issues surrounding:

• social identity
• group decision-making
• stereotyping
• leadership and motivation.

These will help inform detailed discussion of key topics in organisational psychology, such as:

• work motivation and work behaviour
• group processes, teamwork and leadership
• organisational structure and culture; organisational change and development
• gender and cultural diversity in the workplace.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses:

• Psychology (with a professional placement year) BSc
• Psychology BSc
• Psychology with Business and Management BSc
• Psychology with Clinical Approaches BSc
• Psychology with Criminology BSc
• Psychology with Neuroscience BSc