Undergraduate · Psychology & Wellbeing

BSc (Hons)Psychology with CounsellingUndergraduate degree

Explore how people think, feel and relate to one another. Develop your understanding of psychology, counselling approaches and research through flexible degree-level study.

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Build your understanding.

Duration: 3–9 yearsTypically 3–6 years; confirm study plan
Study mode: Online learningConfirm attendance and assessment arrangements
Entry guidance: Individual assessmentQualifications and relevant experience considered
Intakes: To be confirmedAsk about the next available start date

Structure: Levels 4, 5 and 6 — 360 credits
Professional recognition: Confirm BPS accreditation and GBC eligibility for your exact course and intake

Understand people and experience

Psychological knowledge.
Counselling perspectives.

Study the foundations of psychology alongside counselling theory and skills. Explore social, cognitive, biological and developmental psychology, develop your research methods, and consider how person-centred approaches help people examine their experiences.

Specialist study includes approaches to counselling psychology, core counselling skills, wellbeing, psychological assessment and the therapeutic process. Your final-level research project provides an opportunity to investigate a focused counselling-related topic.

Develop communication, critical evaluation, scientific reasoning and sensitivity to interpersonal factors. Consider different cultural perspectives as you connect theoretical understanding with research and reflective learning.

Confirm professional recognition before you apply

BPS accreditation and eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) must be checked for the exact provider, delivery mode and intake. This undergraduate degree alone does not qualify you to practise as a counselling psychologist. That profession requires further approved training and HCPC registration.

Find your starting point

Explore your entry route.

Applications are considered individually. Discuss your qualifications, relevant experience and any previous higher education with admissions before deciding which entry route applies.

Academic guidance

3GCSE subjects

At grade C or above, including mathematics, or accepted equivalents. Ask whether a preparatory mathematics module is available if you do not hold the required qualification.

Experience-based consideration

12months of relevant work

Relevant experience may support an individual assessment. A personal statement, references and evidence of your experience may be required; experience does not guarantee admission.

English language evidence

IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each element, or an accepted equivalent.
TOEFL iBT 80, subject to confirmation of the accepted test version and component requirements.
Evidence of previous study in English or an internal English assessment may be considered. Confirm accepted evidence and any exemption with admissions.

What you need for online study

Plan for a compatible laptop or desktop computer and a reliable internet connection. Check the provider’s current operating-system and software requirements, including statistical software such as Jamovi, before purchasing equipment or enrolling. Confirm compatibility for Chromebooks and other devices individually.

Discuss your qualifications and study needs

Your learning, level by level

Structure & content

Study across three levels, each comprising 120 credits. The course information allows 3–9 years overall, with up to three years at each level; many learners aim to complete within 3–6 years. Confirm the pace, progression rules and maximum registration period with the provider.

Level 4Build your understanding of psychology and research

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 5Develop research skills and explore counselling approaches

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 6Connect specialist study with an independent research project

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)

Module titles and availability are indicative and subject to review. Confirm the current curriculum, delivery arrangements and research-project requirements before accepting an offer.

Connect theory and reflection

Teaching & assessment

Online learning brings together subject study, research and opportunities to reflect on your developing understanding. Ask about individual lecturer and academic-skills support, personal tutor sessions, peer activities and guest-speaker events available for your intake.

How you’ll learn

Use online learning materials and digital library resources.
Develop research, academic writing and statistical skills.
Explore counselling approaches through reflection and supervised learning activities.
Practise communication through role-play where included in the programme.
Use feedback from lecturers and peers to evaluate your learning.

Educational role-play is supervised skills practice and does not confer a professional practice qualification.

How you’ll be assessed

Individual reports and case-study analyses.
Role-plays and group presentations.
Reflective assignments agreed with your module leader.
A final-level Counselling Research Project.
A research-methods examination, subject to confirmation of the current assessment plan.

Assessment is mainly coursework-based. Confirm the examination requirements and any attendance or technology arrangements for your intake.

Plan your next step

Explore your future direction.

Develop transferable skills in communication, research, evaluation, problem-solving and responding to feedback. These can be relevant to people-focused roles and further study, depending on the experience and qualifications each opportunity requires.

Support and community-facing roles
Further counselling and wellbeing training
Human resources and people development
Careers and information services
Research and further psychology study
Communication, marketing and public-service pathways

Becoming a counselling psychologist

Progression into professional counselling psychology is a separate training route. Check GBC eligibility and the admission requirements of any postgraduate programme you intend to pursue. Approved professional training and HCPC registration are required to use the protected title of counselling psychologist; admission and registration are not automatic outcomes of this degree.

Other regulated professions, such as nursing and social work, have their own qualifying education and registration requirements. Confirm the route for the role and country where you intend to work.

Before you apply

Confirm your entry route, eligibility, intake availability, modules and current fees with the provider. This page brings together course information and GLP guidance.

HCPC practitioner psychologist requirements NHS counselling psychologist training routes HCPC approved programmes

Plan your studies

Fees & funding

Tuition fees

To be confirmed

Contact GLP for the current fee schedule for your qualification, chosen study pace and entry year.

Ask about fees & funding

Ask for the fee schedule for this degree, your intended pace of study and any additional assessment or equipment costs. This page describes the Levels 4–6 degree route; confirm fees for that route rather than a foundation-year programme.

Student finance depends on the provider, course, study intensity, previous study and your individual eligibility. Check the rules for distance learning and your start date before making financial plans.

Before you apply

Confirm your entry route, eligibility, intake availability, modules and current fees with the provider. This page brings together course information and GLP guidance.

GOV.UK student finance eligibility GOV.UK funding for courses starting from January 2027

A little more clarity

Your course questions.

Does this course include a Foundation Year?

The programme described here starts at Level 4 and continues through Levels 5 and 6. It is separate from the Psychology with Counselling with Foundation Year option in the application picker.

How long will the degree take?

The stated completion window is 3–9 years, allowing up to three years at each level. Many learners aim for 3–6 years. Agree your study pace and progression plan with the provider.

Is the course exam-free?

Assessment is mainly coursework-based, but the course information includes a research-methods examination. Confirm the current assessment plan before enrolling.

Will I be a qualified counselling psychologist after graduating?

No. The degree alone does not confer that professional qualification. Confirm accreditation and GBC eligibility, then check the further approved training and registration requirements for your intended career.

Which computer can I use?

Check current device, operating-system and statistics-software requirements with the provider. A device’s age alone does not establish compatibility with every required application.

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