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University degree

Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling

Burnley College
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 45% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

Psychology is a core component of psychotherapy and counselling. The BSc (Hons) Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling degree offers you the chance to learn about the interaction between these disciplines, gaining an appreciation of the diversity of perspectives involved, along with and understanding of their therapeutic use. Our approachable and enthusiastic tutors will guide you as you develop knowledge of the theories, methods and debates central to the three core elements. You will be supported to explore psychology, gain specific counselling skills, and consider broader social issues that impact on the roles of psychotherapist and counsellor, such as assumptions, stereotyping, divers

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
No past-entry data for this course.
How they qualified
50% got in with Other. The rest came in a mix of ways:
Other50%
A-levels30%
no formal qualifications20%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
55%
Continue past first year
82%
Student satisfaction
What students say National Student Survey
82%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching92%
Assessment & feedback92%
Academic support80%
Well organised58%
Learning resources86%
Student community79%
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Where this degree can lead
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