Course Overview
Combining psychology and counselling, this course focuses on the study of human behaviour theory through the lens of diversity, characteristic and cultural context. On your Foundation Year, you will develop your academic, employability, and digital skills essential for higher education study while being introduced to key concepts in psychology and counselling. The following year of study, you will develop and embed deeper knowledge of theoretical frameworks of psychology and counselling. This will enable you to make links between theory and practice, the focus on research evidenced based outcomes and professional skills required in the sector. As you progress to Level 5, you will delve into deeper concepts and approaches through topics including the concept of diversity, human characteristics and cultural context, as well as understanding that everyone, family, community and societal group has a uniqueness that makes it different from others. In your final year, the focus is on research and independent study, allowing you to demonstrate problem solving within psychology and counselling that can be applied to a wide range of sustainable goals, such as social impact, community-based contributions and long term personal and professional development.
Course Structure
Year 0 - Foundation Year
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 1 - Level 4
Applied Communication Skills
Counselling as a Therapeutic Method
Developmental Psychology
Forensic Psychology and Criminology
Research and Ethics in Psychology
Social Psychology
Year 2 - Level 5
Biopsychology
Cognitive Psychology
Counselling in a Diverse Context
Multi-Agency Approaches to Risk Management
Personality and Individual Differences
Psychopathology
Year 3 - Level 6
Career Paths in Psychology and Counselling
Contemporary Issues in Psychology
Integrative Approaches to Counselling
The Use of Data in Psychology
Psychology with Counselling Project
Learning Outcomes
Apply psychological theories to understand human behavior and mental processes
Develop counselling skills for therapeutic interventions
Understand developmental psychology and life-span changes
Apply ethical principles in psychological research and practice
Analyze social psychology concepts and group dynamics
Understand biological bases of behavior and cognitive processes
Apply counselling approaches in diverse cultural contexts
Assess and manage risks in multi-agency settings
Understand personality development and individual differences
Apply research methods and data analysis in psychology
Demonstrate integrative counselling approaches
Develop career planning and professional development skills
Course Benefits
Foundation Year provides essential academic and professional skills development
Integration of psychology and counselling theories and practices
Strong focus on diversity, cultural context, and ethical practice
Development of therapeutic communication and counselling skills
Research methods training and evidence-based practice
Understanding of human behavior across developmental stages
Risk management and multi-agency working knowledge
Contemporary issues coverage in psychology and mental health
Career development and professional pathways exploration
Final year project demonstrating comprehensive application of skills
Career Opportunities
Counselling Psychologist
Mental Health Support Worker
Youth Counsellor
Community Mental Health Worker
Addiction Counsellor
Career Counsellor
Rehabilitation Counsellor
Family Support Worker
Wellbeing Coordinator
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Counselling Assistant
Mental Health Advocate
Student Counsellor
Health Psychologist
Progression Routes
- Master's in Counselling Psychology
- Master's in Clinical Psychology
- Master's in Mental Health Counselling
- Professional qualifications: Counselling certifications, BPS accreditation
- Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychology
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
- No prior psychology experience required
- Foundation Year designed for diverse entry backgrounds
- Interest in human behavior, mental health, and counselling
- Motivation to develop therapeutic and psychological skills
Additional Requirements
- Interview required - to assess motivation and suitability for psychology and counselling
- 350-word essay on 'Why I want to study psychology and counselling' or 'How I can contribute to mental health support'
Tuition and Fees
Deposit
20% - 20% of tuition fee required upon acceptance to secure your place
Scholarships
Scholarships are available
Scholarships can cover up to 30% of the tuition fees.
Accreditation
Ofqual-regulated Bachelor's Degree