Psychology with Counselling (including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

**Reasons to choose Kingston**<br/>- The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).<br/><br/><br/>- Upon graduation, you will be in an excellent position to pursue further training and education in careers such becoming a counsellor or therapist.<br/><br/><br/>- This degree also prepares you to pursue postgraduate training in clinical or counselling psychology or any chartered psychology degree.<br/><br/><br/>- The option of a one-year paid work placement in the application of psychology will boost your employability further.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have a personal tutor and a small tutor group of peers that you meet with regularly to support your transition to university and your academic success.<br/><br/><br/>**About this course**<br/>This course combines the scientific study of human mind and behaviour with the latest counselling theories. You will study different approaches to counselling such as person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, humanistic and psychodynamic theory.<br/><br/>You will develop a core understanding of the fields of cognitive, biological, developmental and social psychology, as well as transferable skills in experimental design and statistical analysis. You will be taught both by academics and qualified counsellors.<br/><br/>You will also develop key counselling competences such as communication and listening skills, empathy, self-awareness, establishing boundaries and working ethically. Assessment may include case studies where you select assessments, diagnose and develop treatments for mental health disorders.<br/><br/>**This course is offered with a Foundation Year in Social Sciences**<br/>This foundation year is taught at the University giving you a taste of academic life in a supportive environment. The year gives you the academic and technical preparation for undergraduate study in a wide range of social sciences subjects. Lectures, labs and tutorials will give you a broad understanding across subjects including economics, criminology, sociology and psychology.<br/><br/>**Future Skills**<br/>Embedded within every course curriculum and throughout the whole Kingston experience, Future Skills will play a role in shaping you to become a future-proof graduate, providing you with the skills most valued by employers such as problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability.<br/><br/>As you progress through your degree, youll learn to navigate, explore and apply these graduate skills, learning to demonstrate and articulate to employers how future skills give you the edge.<br/><br/>At Kingston University, were not just keeping up with change, were creating it.<br/><br/>**Career opportunities**<br/>Mental health problems are a significant and growing issue, with an estimated one in four people experiencing mental health problems at some point in their lives.<br/><br/>The importance of counselling to the wellbeing of individuals and society is increasingly recognised. This has led to an increased demand for mental health services, and a corresponding increase in the number of job opportunities available for graduates in this field.<br/><br/>Graduates may work in the charity and care sector, advocacy and victim support services, National Health Service or as mental health support workers.<br/><br/>In addition, graduates are well placed to pursue postgraduate education such as the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counselling psychology to become a Chartered Psychologist. Further training and education can lead to Chartered Psychology status in other areas (e.g. Health, Forensic, Educational), or becoming a counsellor, a psychological wellbeing practitioner, a teacher or an HR Professional.

Located just outside of London, you'll benefit from excellent transport links to central London and beyond. You'll have access to great employer connections, with Kingston being on the doorstep of hundreds of prestigious businesses.<br/><br/>Kingston's commitment to high-quality teaching has been recognised with a TEF Gold rating (TEF 2023). The University has also secured a Gold award in the framework's two new student experience and outcomes categories.<br/><br/>Kingston has invested heavily in dedicated study spaces, cutting-edge sports facilities and specialist equipment. You can hone your trading skills at the Bloomberg Trading Room or create your masterpiece in the modern art facilities. Whatever your chosen course, you'll be supported with modern facilities and passionate lecturers.<br/><br/>You can also get involved in over 100 sports clubs and societies and even start their own society. You can also learn a new language through the Kingston Language Scheme - there are ten languages on offer!