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BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Skills (Top-up) (Full-time, September Start)

Convert your foundation degree into an honours qualification with advanced therapeutic skills, research, and professional readiness.

Start Date

September

Award

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Attendance

Full-time

Fee per year

£8,250

BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Skills (Top-up) (Full-time, September Start)

Course overview

This one-year top-up deepens theoretical integration, advanced counselling practice, and independent enquiry. You will consolidate placement learning and prepare for ethical practice in voluntary and employed settings. The programme suits FdSc graduates seeking a full honours award.

Entry requirements

  • Foundation degree in counselling or closely related subject at merit profile or above
  • Enhanced DBS and satisfactory reference
  • Evidence of recent counselling skills practice

Modules

Year 1

  • Advanced Integrative Practice30 credits

    Complex case formulation and modality integration.

  • Research in Therapeutic Settings30 credits

    Small-scale enquiry with ethical approval processes.

  • Professional Portfolio and Employability60 credits

    Capstone practice evidence and career planning.

How you learn

Advanced skills workshops, supervision groups, and research tutorials.

Assessment

Practice portfolio, research project, and professional viva-style presentation.

Placement

Additional placement hours may be required depending on prior experience.

Careers

Wellbeing lead roles, helpline management, and pre-accreditation counselling posts.

Fees & finance

£8,250 per year.

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How to apply

Direct application with certified transcripts from your foundation degree.

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