Why do people in organisations think and behave the way they do? How can we use psychology to help organisations and employees be successful? How should organisations change and adapt for the future? Can we improve wellbeing? Get the answers on this master’s degree, taught at our campus in London.
This programme examines the psychology of organisations and investigates how employee behaviour and organisational outcomes are shaped by leadership, culture, identity, social norms, and wellbeing. Drawing upon the science of organisational and social psychology, you’ll explore how organisations can foster the processes – for instance, innovation, change, decision-making, inclusivity, and teamwork – that ensure individual and collective success.
Guided by experienced social and organisational psychologists, you’ll study classic and contemporary research and learn how to use different methodologies to diagnose and address organisational processes. The curriculum includes core courses on social psychology and research methods, alongside optional courses on topics such as organisational culture, organisational development, identity and social relations, and many others.
The programme is perfect if you’re looking to specialise in an area of applied psychology or if you have experience working in organisations and organisational consultancy. You’ll acquire highly transferable skills to help you influence and improve organisational culture and performance in many different settings.
Our graduates land rewarding roles in consulting, organisational development and change, behavioural insights research, HR, training government and not-for-profit organisations, and academia. Many also follow a route as entrepreneurs or return to organisations in new roles.
Our department was recently ranked first in the UK for psychology by the Good University Guide 2027 , and first in London for psychology by the Complete University Guide 2027 . So, you’ll be studying in a top-rated education and research environment. As a graduate, you’ll join our lively, active alumni network, with more than 1000 members across five continents.
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The Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science is a growing community of researchers, academics and students who explore the human mind and behaviour in a societal context.
From our early beginnings as a group of researchers studying psychology and society 60 years ago, the department is now home to an interdisciplinary faculty team conducting wide-ranging research.
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Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent, with a considered interest in the area covered by the MSc.
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The English language requirement for this programme is Higher . Read more about our English language requirements .
Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this doesn't guarantee you an offer of a place.
However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out.