University of Surrey
Surrey, England, UK
12mths full-time; 24mths part-time
How do individuals and groups react to different environmental situations (home, office, hospital, street, shop, and so on)? What psychological processes are triggered by our environment, and how do they affect our perception, attitude and actions? How can individuals and groups change their environment so that it provides a more stimulating, less stressful and more enabling setting in which to live? How are our identities tied up with place? How might sustainability in environmental policy be better informed by current research?
Our MSc Environmental Psychology programme will help you gain advanced knowledge and understanding of theory and practice in environmental psychology. You will also acquire a range of research skills that will give you the confidence and ability to undertake environmental psychology research in a professional setting.
While prior experience in this field is not essential, previous applicants have come from areas such as psychology, sociology, geography, architecture, planning, landscape architecture, interior design, transport, environmental policy and management. Experience of working with, or membership of, environmental groups may also be valuable.
Module overview
Programme structure
The programme is modular and is offered in both full-time and part-time modes. One module (22 contact hours) provides 15 credits. You will be required to complete six compulsory modules and two optional modules, and to present a dissertation comprising a piece of empirical research within the area of environmental psychology.
Compulsory Modules:
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Key Questions in Environmental Psychology
- Inquiry and Design
- The Psychology of Sustainable Development
- Preparation for Academic Research in Psychology
Optional Modules:
- Self and Identity in Context
- Social Change and Influence
- Ergonomics and Human Factors
How to apply
For more information on the course and how to apply please visit the course website.
General enquiries:
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Admissions enquiries:
+44 (0)1483 682 222
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