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Psychology with Counselling

BSc Hons

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Leeds

Year 1

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment
  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Counselling
  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour
  • Personal Development and Career Exploration
  • Study Strategies and Academic Development

 

Year 2

  • Applied Communication Skills
  • Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology and Criminology
  • Research and Ethics in Psychology
  • Social Psychology

 

Year 3

  • Biopsychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling in a Diverse Context
  • Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Psychopathology

 

Year 4

  • Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
  • Contemporary Issues in Psychology
  • Integrative Approaches to Counselling
  • The Use of Data in Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling Project

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

 

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

Greenford

Year 1

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment
  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Counselling
  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour
  • Personal Development and Career Exploration
  • Study Strategies and Academic Development

 

Year 2

  • Applied Communication Skills
  • Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology and Criminology
  • Research and Ethics in Psychology
  • Social Psychology

 

Year 3

  • Biopsychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling in a Diverse Context
  • Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Psychopathology

 

Year 4

  • Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
  • Contemporary Issues in Psychology
  • Integrative Approaches to Counselling
  • The Use of Data in Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling Project

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

 

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

Birmingham

Year 1

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment
  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Counselling
  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour
  • Personal Development and Career Exploration
  • Study Strategies and Academic Development

 

Year 2

  • Applied Communication Skills
  • Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology and Criminology
  • Research and Ethics in Psychology
  • Social Psychology

 

Year 3

  • Biopsychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling in a Diverse Context
  • Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Psychopathology

 

Year 4

  • Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
  • Contemporary Issues in Psychology
  • Integrative Approaches to Counselling
  • The Use of Data in Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling Project

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

 

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

Manchester

Year 1

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment
  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Counselling
  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour
  • Personal Development and Career Exploration
  • Study Strategies and Academic Development

 

Year 2

  • Applied Communication Skills
  • Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology and Criminology
  • Research and Ethics in Psychology
  • Social Psychology

 

Year 3

  • Biopsychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling in a Diverse Context
  • Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Psychopathology

 

Year 4

  • Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
  • Contemporary Issues in Psychology
  • Integrative Approaches to Counselling
  • The Use of Data in Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling Project

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

 

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

Leeds

Year 1

  • Academic Integrity and Assessment
  • Foundations in Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Counselling
  • Job Search Techniques and Professional Behaviour
  • Personal Development and Career Exploration
  • Study Strategies and Academic Development

 

Year 2

  • Applied Communication Skills
  • Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology and Criminology
  • Research and Ethics in Psychology
  • Social Psychology

 

Year 3

  • Biopsychology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Counselling in a Diverse Context
  • Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
  • Personality and Individual Differences
  • Psychopathology

 

Year 4

  • Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
  • Contemporary Issues in Psychology
  • Integrative Approaches to Counselling
  • The Use of Data in Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling Project

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

 

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling (with Foundation Year) is designed for students who are passionate about understanding human behaviour and helping others through psychological and therapeutic support. The foundation year provides essential academic skills and a grounding in psychology, preparing students for the full undergraduate degree.

Throughout the course, students explore key areas such as developmental psychology, cognitive processes, mental health, research methods, and core counselling approaches. The programme combines scientific and therapeutic perspectives, helping students develop the knowledge and interpersonal skills needed for future careers in mental health, education, counselling, or psychology.

This degree is ideal for those considering further training in counselling or psychotherapy or aiming to work in roles where communication, empathy, and behavioural understanding are essential.

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Assessments

Assessments are coursework-based and designed to develop practical, analytical, and reflective skills—aligned with careers in psychology and counselling. Assessment methods include:
    • Psychological research reports
    • Case study analysis
    • Reflective journals
    • Essays and academic critiques
    • Presentations and role-play evaluations
    • Group projects
    • Final-year independent research project

 

There are no traditional written exams; instead, emphasis is placed on applied learning and real-world scenarios.

Fees & funding

Course fee per year: £9.535

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

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Study & Career progression

Graduates of this programme will be well-equipped for careers where psychological knowledge and counselling skills are valued. The degree also serves as a pathway to further professional training or postgraduate study.

Possible career paths include:

 

  • Assistant Psychologist
  • Mental Health Support Worker
  • Counselling or Wellbeing Officer
  • Youth or Community Support Worker
  • Human Resources or Coaching Roles
  • Education Support or SEND Practitioner
  • Further study in Counselling, Psychotherapy, or MSc Psychology
  • Training toward Chartered Psychologist status (with accredited postgraduate routes)

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