Our BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling has been designed for those who want to study a degree in psychology and wish to work in counselling after graduation. It gives you eligibility to enrol on the British Psychological Society’s independent route to training as a counselling psychologist, and can support applications for a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology or other counselling/wellbeing related qualifications.
Modules
You have 3-9 years to complete this course, which means you can take up to 3 years to complete each level. Most of our students, however, aim to complete the course within 3 to 6 years.
Level 4
- Introduction to Studying Psychology (20 credits)
- Social Psychology (20 credits)
- Exploring Research in Psychology (20 credits)
- Developmental Psychology (20 credits)
- Biological Psychology (20 credits)
- Cognitive Psychology (20 credits)
Level 5
- Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
- Quantitative Research Methods (20 credits)
- Positive Psychology (20 credits)
- Personality and Intelligence (20 credits)
- Approaches to Counselling Psychology (20 credits)
- Core Counselling Skills (20 credits)
Level 6
- Psychological Assessment and Formulation (20 credits)
- Counselling Psychology, Mental Health and Illness (20 credits)
- Health and Psychological Wellbeing (20 credits)
- Managing the Therapeutic Process (20 credits)
- Counselling Research Project (40 credits)