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Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy BSc

University of Cumbria

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University of Cumbria

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science - BSc

  • Location

    Carlisle - Fusehill Street

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Do you have an inquiring mind and enjoy debating ideas, with a desire to listen to and support others? On this psychology with counselling and psychotherapy degree, you will explore the human experience across a range of contexts and lifespans.Our BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy will enable you to discover everything you're capable of. You will develop the academic knowledge and practical skills needed to competently and compassionately help people explore their difficulties, express their feelings and work towards deeper self-awareness and understanding. What鈥檚 more, our psychology courses are ranked 1st in the North West and 11th in the UK (Guardian University 大象传媒 2023 Results).


Course Overview

On this degree programme, you will explore human experience across a range of contexts and lifespans, from understanding the biological basis of behaviour to questioning the impact of social media on child development. You will learn the academic knowledge and practical skills you need to help make a difference in the lives of others. You鈥檒l learn from industry-expert tutors through lectures, seminars and other learning opportunities.Studying psychology with counselling and psychotherapy at the University of Cumbria will help you to develop the knowledge and skills you need for a successful career in psychology or counselling/psychotherapy. This standout course adheres to the training requirements of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for individual membership of the BACP and apply for registration, subject to passing the BACP Proficiency.


On this course you will...

- Have the opportunity to explore and apply psychological literature to current issues, contexts and experiences.- Develop key knowledge, skills and abilities to help you prepare to become a counsellor or psychotherapist, or develop a career in related psychotherapeutic professions.- Be able to choose topics and areas that you want to learn more about to tailor your learning experience on your psychology degree.- Be taught and given high-quality support and guidance by our expert lecturing team, who are active in research and practices.- Have the opportunity to get involved in a range of extracurricular activities including sessions by experts in the field of psychology and counselling.- Benefit from our excellent links with regional and national charities, not-for-profit and penal institutions to gain work experience and enhance your job prospects.


What You Will Learn

On this degree, you will learn about the key research, knowledge, skills and attributes needed to work within psychological and therapeutic settings. You will start by building your knowledge and developing your key skills through lectures, workshops and problem-based learning. You will explore the history of psychology, research methods and analytical techniques.You will examine the wider issues around therapeutic diversity whilst gaining work experience within therapeutic settings allowing you to further advance your knowledge, skills and advanced counselling skills. An independent research project will allow you to explore a topic of your interest with your own research question.


Year One

- Psychology in Action- Introduction to Psychological Research Methods- Introduction to Data Analysis- Academic and Professional Skills- Introduction to Counselling and Coaching Skills- Counselling Skills: Preparation for Practice


Year Two

- Research Methods and Statistics- Development, Brain and Cognition- Social and Community Psychology- Work Experience- Intermediate Counselling Skills- Understanding Therapeutic Diversity

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 13,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Cumbria

University of Cumbria

  • University League Table

    123rd

  • Campus address

    University of Cumbria, Registered Office, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2HH, England

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Experience the benefits of a large university in a more personalised setting, allowing for a mentored approach to teaching. Your tutor will know you by name.
Teaching is led by lecturers with real-world experience, industry links and involvement in the latest research.
One of the few UK universities with campuses located in or near UNESCO World Heritage sites (the Lake District National Park and Hadrian鈥檚 Wall).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    94th out of 118 1

    59th out of 73 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    103 49%

    114th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    66th

    22

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.40 85%

    3rd

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    116 65%

    60th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    18th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.50 62%

    72nd

    58

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