University of Chichester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Gain a scientific understanding of a broad range of mental health concerns Our BSc (Hons) Counselling Psychology degree provides you with the necessary psychology and counselling theories, knowledge and skills to start your journey to become a counselling psychologist. Learn to support those with mental health concerns Using psychological theory and research combined with counselling skills, you will learn to design and deliver interventions to help clients with a range of difficult life issues and/or mental health conditions. You will explore a range of approaches to improving a sense of wellbeing, alleviating feelings of distress and resolving crisis for people with physical, emotional and mental health issues. Understand the psychological theory behind counselling practice Throughout your studies, you will examine biological, cognitive, developmental, individual and social psychological principles that underlie everyday experience and behaviour, and apply these to a counselling context. Small teaching groups for more personalised support Our small, interactive seminars mean you are seen as an individual, not just another face in the crowd, as our lecturers get to know you and how best to support your academic and personal development. Learn from expert and experienced practicing researchers All our lecturers are active researchers or practitioners alongside their teaching roles, meaning they bring their knowledge and research directly into the classroom. Prepare for your future career This degree prepares you to work with life issues and mental health in a particular setting such as health, forensics or education services, and with a diverse range of individuals. Accreditation Our BSc (Hons) Counselling Psychology course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means you’ll graduate with an industry-recognised qualification, and take a first step towards becoming a psychologist. On this course you will:
- Understand and support people with a variety of life and mental health issues.
- Examine the psychological theory behind counselling practice.
- Learn from psychology and counselling experts who get to know you and your needs.
- Study on a BPS-accredited course and take the first step to becoming a psychologist.
Modules
Explore a wide variety of psychology and counselling approaches Year One Your first year introduces you to fundamental counselling frameworks and psychological concepts and theories, as you examine a range of everyday experiences using psychological models of attitudes. Year Two In your second year, you will examine biological, cognitive and developmental psychology as you broaden your understanding of aspects including lifespan development and the therapeutic process In addition, you will further your knowledge and skills in statistical data management, as well as the design and implementation of research experiments. Year Three In your final year, you will work to apply your acquired subject knowledge and research skills ahead of a final-year project on a topic of your choice, as you learn more about person-centred therapy, mindfulness, compassion-focused therapies and brief therapy.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a range of assignments including scientific reports, essays, group and individual presentations, poster design, multiple choice papers, short answer papers, research participation, essays and exams
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C850
- Institution code:
- C58
- Campus name:
- Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Access to HE Diploma - M: 12 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | No component less than 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 50 | 50-57 and no lower than 50-57 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 79 | At least: 18 in Reading 17 in Listening 20 in Speaking 17 in Writing |
Qualifications recognised for English language proficiency
https://www.chi.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £16344 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Chichester
Bishop Otter Campus
College Lane
Chichester
PO19 6PE