**Counselling psychology uses theory and research in therapy to help clients with difficult life issues and/or mental health conditions. A particular strength of this degree is the excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity you’ll develop.**
**Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling at BU?**
- Develop a well-rounded knowledge of all areas of psychology with a particular focus on reflective practice and person-centred communication skills.
- Excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity are essential should you wish to go...
**Counselling psychology uses theory and research in therapy to help clients with difficult life issues and/or mental health conditions. A particular strength of this degree is the excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity you’ll develop.**<br/><br/>**Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling at BU?**<br/>- Develop a well-rounded knowledge of all areas of psychology with a particular focus on reflective practice and person-centred communication skills.<br/><br/><br/>- Excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity are essential should you wish to go on to train as a Clinical Psychologist, counsellor, or work in other roles requiring these skills, such as sales and marketing.<br/><br/><br/>- Situated in the Department of Psychology, you’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, plus lectures from a range of professionals working in the field.<br/><br/><br/>- Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2022)<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C8B9
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
112
128
The entry requirements for this course are 112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
112 - 128 tariff points from Scottish Highers
112 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
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32
DMM
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
D*D*
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
D*D*
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
DMM
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
112 - 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
M
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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