The MSc in Applied Psychology will provide learners with an insight into the field of applied psychology;

• Develop the competencies and skills required to relate theory to practical applications
• Explore various theories of psychology to understand human behaviour from individual, social and biological perspectives.

Career Paths:

• Elective modules form two distinct career pathways in the areas of organisational psychology and health psychology.
• Learners will analyse and evaluate the support for competing theories, as well as the studies and projects that apply these psychological concepts, theories and processes. From this and their exposure to advanced research methods and professional skills, learners will understand the theoretical, methodological and ethical considerations in designing and assessing interventions, evidencing these skills in an applied research project.
• Upon completion of the programme learners will be able to competently investigate contemporary local and global issues using an applied psychological perspective and design solutions to match.
• Holders of the MSc in Applied Psychology will be open to careers in areas such as research and evaluation posts, teaching/lecturing and human resource management, as well as market research, social policy advocates, administrative positions, health care settings and training and development specialists. The programme may also appeal to those learners keen to pursue further post graduate studies in the field of psychology.

Structure:

Full -Time - 1 Year

Part -Time - 2 Years (two evenings per week)


Entry Requirments:

• Hold a minimum Second Class Honours (2.2) Degree in Psychology accredited by the psychological society of Ireland (PSI) or show eligibility for accreditation by the PSI.

• Hold a primary degree in a non cognate discipline together with a minimum Second Class Honours (2:2) in a Higher Diploma award in Psychology accredited by the Psychology Society of Ireland (PSI) or show eligibility for accreditation by PSI.

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DBS is Ireland's largest independent third level college, and offers a broad range of Postgraduate Arts programmes on a part and full time basis.

• Our suite of arts postgraduate programmes are awarded by QQI. Our awards are recognised by the Department of Education, employers and all of the major higher education institutions for postgraduate study.
• Our programmes have recently undergone programmatic review, ensuring module content is current and relevant in todays workplace.
• Many programmes are additionally awarded recognition from professional bodies such as the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), the Association for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy in Ireland (APPI) and the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).
• DBS provides dedicated postgraduate teaching and learning facilities for our students in our Dame Street building, which is equipped with a purpose-designed postgraduate library.
• Our postgraduate programmes have been designed and developed in collaboration with industry and the professional bodies so that upon graduation, in addition to your academic qualifications, you will have the skills and knowledge for a successful career. Some of our programmes incorporate clinical placements to ensure students are equipped with key professional experience upon course completion.
• Feedback from students indicates that they value the student focus that our lecturers and support staff offer. At DBS, this is the key factor in our service delivery. We recognise that postgraduate students may need different types of support as you progress through your programme, be it academic direction, career advice, mentoring or personal attention. We offer a comprehensive service in these areas to all our students, whether studying full or part time.

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