Master of Science in Coaching Psychology

This module aims to develop your knowledge, understanding and critical awareness of historical and contemporary psychology contributions to coaching psychology, with a particular focus on key areas in psychology (e.g., biological, cognitive, developmental, social). We will explore how psychological knowledge can support case formulation, key coaching models (e.g., GROW, SPACE) and techniques, with a chance to practice relevant coaching skills training in pairs or triads.

This module fosters a critical exploration of different coaching approaches to improving physical health, mental health, and enhancing well-being, ranging from “goal oriented” approaches such as CBT, ACT, and solution-focused coaching (e.g., PRACTICE, OSKAR), to more “meaning making” approaches, such as positive, existential and ecological coaching.

The module will enhance your in-depth knowledge and understanding of advanced qualitative methodologies (e.g., interpretative phenomenological analysis, grounded theory, participatory action research), as well as quantitative methodologies (e.g., multivariate analysis of variance, regression-based approaches to process analysis and moderation analysis with continuous and categorical outcomes, and conditional process analysis).

The module is designed to equip you with a wide range of methodological skills to conduct research of high quality and impact in your chosen field, enabling you to become a successful professional researcher in coaching psychology.

You will be equipped with the transferable knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems using advanced applied research skills relevant in a diversified range of applied psychology environments, which require advanced specialist knowledge regarding systematic review and meta-analytical approaches.

The module will enhance your in-depth knowledge and understanding of structural equation models, as well as visual research methods.

This module provides you with advanced coaching skills and learning opportunities to apply relevant ethical, legal and professional practice frameworks, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries, understanding the importance, and make effective use of regular supervision, and support your own well-being and emotional regulation, as set out by the BPS Coaching Psychology Standards.

This module has a strong practical component, with a minimum of 80 hours of client work supported by skills sessions and a minimum of 20 hours of group supervision. It also has a self-reflective component aimed at helping you identify and plan continuing personal and professional development needs.

The module focuses on empowering leaders and organisations to understand the impact of their decisions on the environment and society, and to work towards creating a sustainable future, while supporting their goals.

This module promotes your critical understanding of coaching approaches relevant to leaders and a wide range of organisations (e.g., corporate and non-profit), with particular focus on social processes and systemic perspectives.

It explores insights from research and theories developed in branches of psychology, such as social psychology, occupational psychology, community psychology, psychology of sustainability, and their contributions to a range of approaches in coaching psychology, as well as insights from business development.

The content of the module is primarily driven by your interests and objectives, with guidance provided by the supervising tutor.

This module will show evidence of ability to lead a coaching psychology research project from inception to completion, encompassing the entire process from design and data collection to analysis and write-up. We frequently collaborate with our students on publishing their research outcomes.