BSc Psychology with Counselling
Entry requirements
For 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit).
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy, grounded in psychological science. Core topics include statistics, research methods, data analysis, human behaviour, ethics and professional practice, and global and comparative perspectives. An optional 4-week or 30-week industry placement can be undertaken as part of the programme. Students may also enrol on the CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies alongside their degree.
Modules
- Academic and Professional Study Skills
- Applied Sciences
- Introduction to Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Mathematics in Science
- Foundation Year Project
- The Art and Science of Psychological Inquiry
- Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
- Mind and Brain 1
- You, Me and Us: Social Psychology and Individual Differences 1
- Development, Health and Psychological Disorders 1
- Skills for Therapy Practice
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Applying Psychological Theories to Counselling Psychology
- You, Me and Us: Social Psychology and Individual Differences 2
- Mind and Brain 2
- Development, Health and Psychological Disorders 2
- Psychology Project
- Applied Clinical Psychology
- Counselling Psychology
- Investigative Forensic Psychology
- Neuroimaging
- Forensic Applications for Face Processing
- Mind Over Matter in Medicine
- Health Psychology
- Well-Being and Resilience in Schools
- Inclusion and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
- Cultural Psychology
- Current Trends in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience
- Psychology of Social Media and Videogames
- Psychology of Cybercrime
- Emotions, Mental Health and Affective Neuroscience