Counselling Psychology BSc (Hons)

Counselling Psychology is an amalgation of psychological theory, research and therapeutic practice with an emphasis on personal development.

This course will provide you with an understanding of all core areas of psychology with an added emphasis on ways in which psychological theories of personality and relationship formation contribute to the understanding of mental health and the practive of counselling psychology.

In addition to the core areas of psychology required for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society, all three years offer distinct Counselling Psychology modules. Year 1 provides an overview of the theoretical and philosophical foundations of Counselling Psychology. Year 2 focuses on theories of relationship formation alongside interpersonal communication processes. Year 3 offers an overview of the professional and ethical issues involved in the practice of Counselling Psychology and a dedicated independent study assignment with a focus on Counselling Psychology.

This course will allow you to study a fascinating range of modules which link the stimulating and complementary disciplines of counselling and psychology. The programme of study provides an opportunity to gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society for students who successfully complete all aspects of the course – a crucial factor for a career in Psychology.

The course provides you with the foundations for pursuing a career in Applied Psychology (for example, Counselling Psychology and Clinical Psychology) and related disciplines.

This is an ideal course for students who have experience of working in a support and/or care environment, who wish to explore the theoretical aspects of this area more thoroughly. Alongside our tutors, who have experience in a range of areas such as Chartered Counselling and Health & Occupational Psychology, there are first class facilities including a number of specialised laboratories and a host of testing equipment.

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