Course summary
Make a career change into counselling or enhance your professional practice with a part-time master’s degree in therapeutic counselling with flexible entry options. Counsellors are essential to the mental wellbeing of a wide range of people in our society. Our therapeutic counselling master's will suit anyone with prior experience in a helping capacity (e.g. social services, nursing or education) who wishes to change career. It can also help you enhance your current professional practice with its insight into the theory and practice of counselling and psychotherapy. You'll be taught by a team of clinical- and research-active experts, who will provide a range of therapeutic counselling techniques derived from Clarkson's integrative model of the therapeutic relationship (2003). You'll also learn to examine and reflect upon counselling theory in relation to contextual and cultural issues. Graduates of this course will fulfil the training needs for British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accreditation. Please note that some of the course will be delivered online in order to prepare you for the possibility of completing some working across online and telephone platforms while completing the supervised practice requirements of the course. What you should know about this course
- Located at the university's iconic Greenwich Campus
- You will be fully supported in undertaking original research that is personally and professionally relevant
- Study one afternoon and evening per week over three years
- Benefit from our flexible entry system if you have previous postgraduate counsellor training and are seeking an accredited Master’s level qualification
- On completion of the course, you will satisfy the training requirements for British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accreditation.
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:1, or above. If degree does not include an experiential counselling skills element, you must demonstrate, a Level 3 (or above) qualification in counselling skills, including at least 26 hours of taught contact time. Application and selection Suitable applicants will be required to: Provide a personal statement of at least 500 words on your interest in pursuing counsellor training. Submit an essay Attend a group information session. Attend an interview.
English language requirements
We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below. https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £2296 | Module |
| International | £2296 | Module |
| England | £2296 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £2296 | Module |
| Scotland | £2296 | Module |
| Wales | £2296 | Module |
| Channel Islands | £2296 | Module |
| Republic of Ireland | £2296 | Module |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Tuition fee is £2,296 per 30 credits.
These fees are currently set for 2026/27 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition into postgraduate study can be confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS