Britannia Academics

Intakes

October, January, July

Duration

3 years

Location

Leeds, Birmingham, London, Manchester or Online

Awarded Degree

BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling

Course details and modules

 

The course offers tailored subject modules designed to help develop career-focused skills in professional counselling. In the final year, students select a counselling practice area to explore and complete a research project. Graduates gain the confidence and expertise to apply their psychology knowledge across diverse career paths and further learning opportunities.

One-to-one support from lecturers and academic skills tutors is available throughout the course, along with networking opportunities through guest speaker sessions from sectors like the fire service, policing, and the NHS. The academic team, with diverse professional backgrounds, emphasizes practical learning, ensuring students understand how to apply their skills in real-world contexts.

Modules

You can take up to three years to finish each level; your course spans three to nine years. Still most of our pupils want to finish the degree in three to six 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)
  • 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)
  • Health and Psychological Well-being (20 credits)
  • Psychological Assessment and Formulation (20 credits)
  • Counselling Psychology, Mental Health and Illness (20 credits)
  • Managing the Therapeutic Process (20 credits)
  • Counselling Research Project (40 credits)
Eligibility​
 
  1. A minimum of three passes at grade C or above, including mathematics at GCSE level or equivalent.
  2. For those without a GCSE or equivalent in mathematics, completing an assessment-free preparatory module before the course is strongly recommended.

Applicants with at least 12 months of relevant work experience may be considered. A personal statement demonstrating your readiness for the course, along with references and evidence of work experience, will be required.

English Language Requirements

An IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any component) or TOEFL iBT 80, or an equivalent qualification, is required. Alternatively, evidence of previous study in English, such as a letter confirming English as the Medium of Instruction, may be accepted.

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    Career Path for BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling:

    • Counselling and Mental Health: Work as a mental health support worker, counsellor, or pursue further training to become a registered psychotherapist or professional counsellor.
    • Education and Training: Support student well-being as a school counsellor or educational support officer.
    • Social Services: Engage in roles such as social care worker or case manager within community organizations.
    • Healthcare and Rehabilitation: Join NHS services or private healthcare as a mental health assistant or therapeutic support worker.
    • Human Resources and Employee Well-being: Focus on workplace mental health support or employee wellness programs.
    • Further Studies: Advance to postgraduate programs in clinical or counselling psychology, psychotherapy, or research roles.

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