BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HONOURS IN ORGANISATIONAL AND INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (HIOP)

Module Code	Module Name	Description
HCDP100	Introduction to Psychology	The module introduces students to the core concepts and development of the psychological thought from its origins in philosophy and history. The module traces the historical development of psychology as a scientific study of behaviour, demonstrates the terminology used in psychology; identifies research models and relates the findings of research to life situations. Again, the module demonstrates the different theoretical approaches to psychology and be able to articulate the different assumptions behind them; applies theories of psychology to diverse life situations and helps in applying the psychology practically to problems confronting them in society.
HCDP101	Introduction to Social Psychology	The module introduces students to the development of social psychology. It traces the history of social psychology and its relationship with sociology and social work. It introduces students to the application of psychological theories, concepts and experiments to a variety of social settings. For example, the concepts of social distance, social stigma, hate and ethnicity and their application in the fight against the spread of public health emergencies. The module prepares students to be able to produce research projects in psychology and to offer models that improve social wellness and social connectedness in individuals and groups under the supervision of a qualified psychologist.
ECD104	Principles of Macroeconomics	This module introduces the fundamental concepts and frameworks used to analyze the performance and behavior of the economy as a whole. It explores how aggregate measures such as GDP, inflation, unemployment, national income, and economic growth are determined and interrelated. Students will examine the role of government policies, fiscal and monetary tools, international trade, and financial markets in shaping economic outcomes.
HCDP104	Psychology Concepts, Methods and Applications	This module builds on the Introduction to Psychology module. The theories, concepts, methodology support the continuation of an introductory exposure to the central themes and controversies of the discipline. The major concepts and theories in Psychology enable provision to students of a strong understanding of the human mind and behaviour.
HCDP105	Contemporary and Applied Social Psychology	The module focuses on various challenges that Social Psychology can help to address. Examples of such challenges are promoting behaviour change, well-being, managing diversity, increasing justice and cooperation, and/or understanding social change. In this module we examine the fundamental connection between individuals and situations. The module demonstrates how social psychologist conduct their research and how to critically appraise that research, inculcates an understanding of the major theories and orientations in social psychology and explains world events, realities and trends in terms of social psychological tenets.
HCDP106	Statistics for Psychology	Building on the understandings gained in ‘Experimental Psychology” students will be introduced the fundamental of descriptive and inferential statistics through weekly exercises using both Microsoft Excel and SPSS. It is expected that students will develop an understanding of hypothesis testing that will enable them to carry out and report the results of inferential statistics at least to the level of one-way analysis of variance for independent groups and multiple and partial bivariate correlation. In addition, the ability to interpret results and present them graphically will be developed.
FSBT100	Social & Behavioural Theory (Faulty Wide Module)	This interdisciplinary module introduces students to foundational concepts in the social and behavioural sciences, spanning Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Demography, Political Science, Public Policy, and Lifelong Learning. It equips students with analytical tools, values, and competencies to study human behaviour and society through the lens of social and behavioural theory. Emphasis is placed on theorising as a practical activity, encouraging students to critically apply theory to issues affecting individuals, groups, communities, and societies. The module also serves as preparation for professional practice, fostering skills for engaging with policy, politics, economics, and knowledge production as emerging social scientists.
SDLSSB101	Student Development and Life Skills (University Wide Module)	This module equips learners with essential personal, social, and professional skills to thrive in academic and everyday life. It focuses on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making. Students will also develop practical competencies such as time management, teamwork, leadership, and adaptability, preparing them to navigate challenges and opportunities in both personal growth and future careers.
IDSB101	Information & Digital Skills (University Wide Module)	The Information and Digital Skills module develop learners’ ability to find, assess, and use information effectively while building confidence with digital tools. It covers online research, data management, communication, and collaboration, emphasizing ethical and responsible practices. By completion, learners can critically engage with digital resources across academic, professional, and everyday settings.
LAICSBKI100	Language Acquisition And Intercultural Communication For Social And Behavioural Sciences - KISWAHILI	This is a Kiswahili module targeted for beginners with no prior knowledge of the language. There are no predetermined prerequisites required to undertake this module. Any beginner student who intends to learn and speak Kiswahili as a second or foreign language can benefit from this module. The course offers interactive skills which underlie elementary communication in view of developing learners’ skills in social interactions. The teaching philosophy adopted is based on communicative and competency-based approach to language teaching. Focus is on the competency which learners have to accomplish in the target language for them to be able to communicate naturally in business and other social settings. It is hoped that the module will equip Kiswahili students with listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through various learning activities such as role play, exercises and tests. Upon completion of this module, students will have basic language skills that will enable them to function in multilingual and multicultural contexts in the spirit of Education 5.0.
HCDP208	Quantitative Research Methods and Advanced Statistics	This module aims to explain the principles and philosophies around research in psychology and illustrate how research in psychology is conducted. It illustrates the concepts, theories and models in research methods in psychology and to provide the application of research methods principles. The module focuses on hypothesis testing in psychological research. It seeks to acquaint students with scientific techniques of analysing research data using inferential statistics in order to arrive at scientific conclusions. The module will assist students demonstrate knowledge and application of inferential statistical procedures to solve relevant psychological problems using data analysis software such as Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS).
HCDP204	Qualitative Research Methods	This module aims to explain the principles and philosophies around research in psychology and illustrate how qualitative research in psychology is conducted. It illustrates the concepts, theories and models in research methods in psychology and to provide the application of research methods principles. The module will assist students demonstrate knowledge and application of qualitative research designs and data analysis methods including use of modern packages. This module prepares students to conduct research and design models that improve human welfare in the communities.
HCDP202	Psychobiology	Psychobiology course covers anatomy and physiology of the peripheral and central nervous systems. It is concerned with the biological and neuro-physical bases of human behaviour. Psychobiology is sometimes referred to as behavioural neuroscience, physiological psychology, biopsychology or brain and behaviour. Second year Psychology (Hons) students take the Psychobiology course (Psy 202) after successful completion of foundation courses in first year. Other courses linked with Psychobiology are Sensation and Perception, Cognition, Psychopathology, and Comparative Psychology
HCDP203	Principles of Learning	The module contributes to students’ mastery of critical and creative thinking in Psychology. Topics covered include: Knowledge of key principles of learning, motivation and neurobiology; Integration of these principles within a socio-psychobiological context to explain normal and abnormal behaviour; Key principles of conditioning, motivation, memory and associated neurobiological mechanisms. Students should be able to identify and recall appropriate terminology, and explain how principles of learning were arrived at through key experimental studies. They must apply the principles in analysing animal and human behaviours and in analysing normal and abnormal human behaviours
HIOP203	Personnel Psychology	This module focuses on the employment life cycle, from recruitment & selection to training, performance appraisal and legal using psychological principles to improve HR functions, focusing on matching people to jobs for organizational success. Key modules include Job Analysis, Selection Methods, Performance Management, Training & Development, Compensation, Legal/Ethical Considerations, and emerging trends like diversity, globalization, and technology, often involving case studies and research projects
HCDP206	Personality	This module introduces students to the nature of personality with regard to the psychodynamic, behaviouristic, dimensional, humanistic/phenomenological and cognitive perspectives, psychological wellbeing. This module is intended for all people who are pursuing a career in the field of industrial and organisational psychology, including practitioners in the field of human resources. The purpose of learning in this module is to enable students to develop a solid knowledge base and sound understanding of the theory of individual differences and its practical implications for work performance for the purpose of improving employee productivity and organisational effectiveness.
HIOP202	Ethics and Professional Practice in Psychology	This module is designed to provide an overview of professional ethics including individual, group, and organisational/institutional challenges resulting in enhanced understanding of the world of work, citizenship behaviours and related practice and research concerns. This module is for Level 2 honours students who are required to further their research and practice training in psychology, particularly as preparation for their attachment. Students are also required to engage in independent work outside of lectures, be critical thinkers and consumers of research on human behaviour and ethics in work settings.
SDLSSB201	Student Development and Life Skills (University Wide Module)	This module equips learners with essential personal, social, and professional skills to thrive in academic and everyday life. It focuses on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making. Students will also develop practical competencies such as time management, teamwork, leadership, and adaptability, preparing them to navigate challenges and opportunities in both personal growth and future careers.
CCLSSB201	Critical Consciousness & Life Skills (University Wide Module)	Develops students’ awareness of social, cultural and personal issues while fostering essential life skills for decision-making, problem-solving and responsible citizenship.
SSRM201	Social Science Research Methods	This module engages with the emergence of Social Science Research Methods and their need to deal with unique experiences, meanings making processes and interpretations of people and thus of society. At the end of the module students should be able to conduct qualitative research to inform policies and development initiatives.
RISSB202	Research and Innovation Skills ( Faculty Wide Module)	This module equips learners with the essential knowledge, tools, and practices required to conduct effective research and foster innovation in academic, professional, and entrepreneurial settings. It emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and the application of systematic research methods to generate new ideas and solutions.
EPECPSB301	Entrepreneurship, Professional Ethics Communication and Philosophy	The module capacitates students with skills to organically grow enterprises through cultivating employees that are creative and innovative. These skills and knowledge are the corner stone of enterprise growth as they remove dependence on the owners to all in the organisation. Through the module organisational rejuvenation and sustainable competitiveness hence growth is guaranteed.
LAICSBGMB200	Language Acquisition And Intercultural Communication For Social And Behavioural Sciences -GERMAN	This is a German language module that focuses on the development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) as well as intercultural communication skills. It aims to equip students with basic German language skills necessary for professional and social interaction while fostering the ability to recognise, analyse and navigate cultural differences in German-speaking environments. This will be achieved through communicative, action- and learner-oriented teaching methods which are anchored on the intercultural approach.
HIOP380	Industrial Attachment	This module bridges academics and industry by focusing on practical skill application, work ethics, and professional development through real-world work, typically involving supervised placements where students rotate through company departments, learn industry-specific technologies, contribute to projects, and document experiences in a final report covering company profile, daily tasks, challenges, and solutions. Ordinarily students work on child psychology settings under supervision of a registered psychologist.
HIOP301	Organisational Psychology	This module introduces students to organisational psychology and important aspects such as the individual: foundations of individual behaviour and the role of perceptions; values, attitudes and job satisfaction; basic motivational concepts; the group: Foundations of group behaviour; understanding work teams; communication; leadership; power and politics; conflict, negotiation and intergroup behaviour; the organisational system: foundations of organisational structure; work design; organisational culture; organisational change and stress management. This module helps students develop the capacity to design and implement models that help in dealing with organisational challenges and improve employee wellness and productivity.
HCDP303	Community Psychology	This course provides an introduction to the field of community psychology. Community psychology is concerned with person-environment interactions and the ways society impacts upon individual and community functioning. Community psychology focuses on social issues, social institutions, and other settings that influence individuals, groups, and organizations. Community psychology as a science seeks to understand relationships between environmental conditions and the development of health and well-being of all members of a community. The practice of community psychology is directed towards the design and evaluation of ways to facilitate psychological competence and empowerment, prevent disorder, and promote social change. The goal is to optimize the well-being of individuals and communities with innovative and alternative interventions designed in collaboration with affected community members and with other related disciplines inside and outside of psychology.
HIOP300	Personnel Psychology	This module focuses on the employment life cycle, from recruitment & selection to training, performance, and legal issues, using psychological principles to improve HR functions, focusing on matching people to jobs for organizational success. Key modules include Job Analysis, Selection Methods, Performance Management, Training & Development, Compensation, Legal/Ethical Considerations, and emerging trends like diversity, globalization, and technology, often involving case studies and research projects
SDLSSB301	Student Development and Life Skills (University Wide Module)	This module equips learners with essential personal, social, and professional skills to thrive in academic and everyday life. It focuses on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making. Students will also develop practical competencies such as time management, teamwork, leadership, and adaptability, preparing them to navigate challenges and opportunities in both personal growth and future careers.
HIOP400	Psychometrics	This module introduces students to the origins and functions of psychological testing by studying aspects such as technical and methodological principles: norms and the meaning of test scores, reliability, validity, item analysis; ability testing: individual tests, tests for special populations, group testing; personality testing: self-report personality inventories, measuring interests and attitudes, projective techniques; applications of testing: major contexts of current test use, ethical and social considerations in testing, and the practical application of tests. This module helps students to develop psychometric models and tests under the guidance of a qualified psychologist.
HIOP402	Organisational Change	The objectives of this module are to explore approaches to understanding and to managing the organisational change process, and to identify practical approaches to effective change implementation. The module strikes a balance between theory and research on the one hand, and practical management tools and techniques on the other. The module considers management skills in change implementation as well as the organisation's ability to encourage innovation, and to cope with change. One integrating theme of the course will be the expertise of the change agent, the nature of that expertise, and how it can be developed. A second integrating theme will concern the organisational attributes that either encourage or stifle creativity, innovation, and change, and how to develop creative organisation cultures that are receptive to innovation and change.
HIOP404	Consumer Psychology	This module enables students to use knowledge on consumer behaviour and the key terms, concepts and theories of consumer behaviour and be able to apply, evaluate, select, gather evidence and apply the gathered information in the consumer behaviour context. This in the end will enable students to be able to apply the concepts in crafting strategies for product and service promotion. Thi9s module helps students to design and implement models to improve product acceptability and marketability.
HIOP403	Employee Wellness and Effectiveness	Students gain insight into the connection between work and psychological wellbeing by appreciating aspects such as psychological adjustment, determinants and causes of work maladjustment, the assessment of work adjustment, types of work dysfunction and other work-related and organisational adjustment problems. Organisational strategies and methods to manage and promote organisational and employee wellbeing are also introduced in an effort to enhance organisational commitment and job satisfaction. Individual methods to promote the psychological health in the workplace, and the future of work and mental health in the workplace.
HIOP405	Employment Law for Human Resources Practice	The module focuses on legal frameworks for hiring, managing, and terminating employees, focusing on compliance with laws on discrimination, pay, safety, privacy, and leave, plus practical skills in contracts, handbooks, documentation, dispute resolution, and handling issues like harassment, social media, and technology. Key modules typically include legal foundations, recruitment law, managing day-to-day employment (leave, remuneration), discipline/termination, and strategic HR compliance.
HIOP402	Management of Change	This module is intended for all students who are pursuing a career in the field of industrial and organisational psychology, including practitioners in the human resource profession and who need to develop a well-rounded and systematic knowledge base about principles and theories related to organisation development (OD) and change management. Students will be able to apply their knowledge and insights in assisting individuals and organisations to improve overall organisational performance and effectiveness. Qualifying students will be able to critically discuss principles, concepts and theories pertaining to OD differentiate between the different steps associated with entering into OD relationships and organisation diagnosis evaluate principles underlying the design of OD interventions and critically discuss the facilitation of change management for an organisation.
SDLSSB401	Student Development and Life Skills (University Wide Module)	This module equips learners with essential personal, social, and professional skills to thrive in academic and everyday life. It focuses on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making. Students will also develop practical competencies such as time management, teamwork, leadership, and adaptability, preparing them to navigate challenges and opportunities in both personal growth and future careers.
HIOP470	Project	The dissertation equips students with the competencies required to plan, execute and write an acceptable academic research project in Industrial and Organisational Psychology. Students will be able to gather, analyse, evaluate and apply knowledge and reason and debate in written format a specific topic, recognizing existing research on the topic and integrate appropriate research methodologies into a project.