12Nov
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Course summary
Explore the human mind and apply counselling theories and techniques to build towards impactful and diverse career opportunities, as well as personal growth. Unlock your potential to excel in the field of mental health and wellbeing, while developing highly sought-after research and critical thinking skills valued across a wide range of professions.
- Dedicated pathway: learn more about the core areas of psychology. Delve into specialist modules on mental health, wellbeing and the application of counselling skills.
- Real-world learning: explore the practical applications of psychology and counselling in real-world scenarios such as managing workplace stress, while considering diverse cultures and global contexts.
- Key skills: develop valuable and transferable skills like empathy and active listening. Gain a deep understanding of core psychology and counselling techniques and learn how to apply and adapt them across different scenarios and contexts. You'll also explore contemporary approaches to counselling, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
- Professional accreditation: successfully completing this course to the required standard of accreditation means you will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS), which is necessary for further postgraduate study in psychology (including professional doctorates). See accreditation section for more details.
- Psychology in action: through problem-based learning, actively engage in real-world, meaningful projects. Work on complex problems, create tangible solutions and develop essential skills, such as critical thinking, collaboration and communication.
- Equipped for the future: this course is your first step towards a career in professional psychology practice. The course content has been designed to prepare you for further study in professional psychological practice (clinical, counselling, forensics, education and sport) and equip you with the core counselling skills you need to enter further training to work in the field of mental health.
- Career-focused assessment: boost your career prospects by gaining practical skills through industry-focused learning. Develop key counselling techniques and essential skills like critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership. This includes activities such as reflecting on your counselling approach and receiving peer feedback in simulated counselling sessions.
- Focus on counselling skills development: immerse yourself in realistic counselling scenarios to develop, refine and adapt your skills for any situation.
Modules
This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses: Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sports and Exercise BSc (Hons) Forensic and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology with Education BSc (Hons) Year One Modules: Biological Basis of Behaviour The Psychology of Human Interaction Mental Processes: From Thought to Action Development Across the Lifespan Year Two Modules: Developing Self and Identity in the Social World Humanistic and Psychodynamic Approaches in Counselling Sciences of the Mind Therapy Skills: Thoughts, Behaviour, and Ethics Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Project Planning and Ethics in Psychology Independent Research Project Contemporary Interventions and Applying Counselling Skills Adapting Counselling Skills for Psychological Distress We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Assessment method
This course incorporates new and innovative assessment methods aligned with current industry standards, providing you with practical, real-world skills designed to advance your professional readiness and career prospects. Assessment methods may include: Written work such as essays and practical reports Phase tests Reflective journals Individual and group presentations Problem-solving scenarios such as case studies Posters and public information leaflets Podcasts, VLOGs and other media projects. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Psychological Society
How to apply
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
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
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Additional costs/fee information
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 .
Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year.
For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Provider information
Coventry University
Priory Street
Coventry
CV1 5FB