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Dublin Business School MSc in Applied Psychology
Dublin Business School

Dublin Business School

MSc in Applied Psychology

13/14, Ireland

MSc

English

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The MSc in Applied Psychology aims to provide an in-depth understanding of psychological theories and their practical applications. It covers key areas like human behavior, mental processes, and the impact of social contexts. This program focuses on developing analytical skills and critical thinking, preparing students for various practical environments. The duration and detailed structure will be specified by the institution.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates of the MSc in Applied Psychology can pursue careers in fields such as clinical psychology, human resources, and educational consultancy. They might work as psychological practitioners, researchers, or consultants in various sectors, applying their knowledge to real-world situations. Potential roles include behavioral analyst, counselor, or organizational psychologist.

This Master of Science in Applied Psychology provides learners with the theoretical background and practical skills to apply their Psychological knowledge efficiently and productively to effect positive change in the world. It has been designed with an integrated delivery from end‐to‐end, covering a wide range of specialist topics that provide learners with the knowledge of theories, concepts and processes relating to Psychology and helps them understand how these can be applied in a variety of contemporary settings.

Learners will explore human behaviour from individual, social and biological perspectives and through a detailed understanding of the discipline, both theoretically and methodologically, and will be enabled to assess appropriate interventions and design appropriate solutions for clients' needs. Modules focus on the applied nature of professional and ethical issues, neuroscience, life transitions and interventions and advanced research methods.

Other modules have a specific focus upon the application of theory to the ‘real world' allowing learners to further develop and apply competencies and knowledge in both Health Psychology and Organisational Psychology-themed applied modules.