Business Psychology Birkbeck, University of London

Overview

The Business Psychology BSc (Hons) at Birkbeck, University of London provides a deep dive into how individuals function within professional environments and the role of individual differences in career management. This programme bridges the gap between foundational business principles and the core psychological insights required to understand modern organisational behaviour.

Students will learn to critically evaluate existing workplace practices, exploring complex subjects such as occupational mental health, employee motivation, and organisational change. The curriculum is designed to equip you with advanced research skills and the ability to scrutinise organisational data effectively. Through a combination of evening seminars and workshops, you will develop the expertise needed to ask critical questions in professional research settings.

Why Business Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London?

• The programme was developed by the UK's first higher education department dedicated specifically to teaching and research in organisational psychology.
• It is accredited by the Association of Business Psychology, offering students access to career development events and real-life applications of their learning.
• Teaching is delivered by active researchers who provide specialised modules focused on the psychology of work and human resource management.
• A placement route is available for full-time students to build professional networks and apply their skills in a workplace context.
• Birkbeck offers a supportive learning environment with a long history of expertise in the field, dating back over sixty years.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18500 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Organizational Psychology
• Individual Differences
• Management
• Organisations
• Business Data Analysis
• Occupational Health
• Organizational Change
• Research Methods
• Organizational Behaviour

Careers with Business Psychology

Graduates are prepared for a variety of leadership and specialist roles across diverse sectors. The degree develops transferable skills in project management, evidence-based reporting, and the ethical management of organisational data. Many alumni secure promotions or transition into new career paths during or after their studies.

Common career destinations include:

• Human Resources
• Talent Management
• Recruitment Coordination
• Marketing
• Management and Leadership

Graduates have found employment at prestigious organisations such as Lloyds Banking Group, the NHS, Starling Bank, Bacardi, and The Adecco Group.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by the Association for Business Psychology.