BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health, a psychology degree focused on the scientific understanding of mental health, counselling theories, and the application of psychological principles in professional settings. Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. This course holds accreditation from The British Psychological Society and offers an optional foundation year for applicants who require additional preparation. The first year introduces fundamental concepts through compulsory modules such as Psychology Launchpad, The Helper's Toolkit, The Social Toolkit, and Behaviour and the Brain. In the second year, students build practical counselling and research proficiencies through modules including Neuropsychology, Helping in Action, Diversity in the Social World, and From Cradle to Grave. The third year advances professional understanding and culminates in an independent investigation via the Psychology Project, supported by compulsory study in CHIP, Human Responses to Adversity, and Psychology Professional Practice.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent , which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. Grade 4 in GCSE English and mathematics (previously grade C).
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 70%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 68%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Therapy professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 10%
- South East: 60%
- South West: 20%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Psychology Launchpad
- The Helper's Toolkit
- The Social Toolkit
- Behaviour and the Brain
- Neuropsychology
- Helping in Action
- Diversity in the Social World
- From Cradle to Grave
- CHIP
- Human Responses to Adversity
- Psychology Project
- Psychology Professional Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £28,500. The £26,000 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Counselling, psychotherapy and occupational therapy.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University?
The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
Is BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
How many students continue on BSc Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health at Solent University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.