Psychology with Counselling Skills BSc (Hons)

**Overview**<br/><br/>**Why study BSc Psychology with Counselling Skills at Middlesex?**<br/>This course offers a unique opportunity to combine the in-depth study of psychology with practical therapeutic skills. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, this program not only provides a solid foundation in psychology but also equips you with the expertise needed for a career in counselling, psychotherapy, or clinical psychology. Our graduates have secured roles as support workers, social therapists, counsellors, and more in various settings. With access to cutting-edge facilities like the Hatchcroft Building, youll gain hands-on experience in physiology, social observation, and virtual reality labs. Plus, our personalized support ensures your academic success.<br/><br/>**What will you learn?**<br/>Develop essential knowledge and skills for counselling psychology. Explore diverse theoretical and methodological approaches in psychology and counselling. Enhance soft skills vital for effective patient relationships. Acquire research, analytical, and communication skills. Choose from a range of third-year options, from mental health to psychology coaching, preparing for a well-rounded career.<br/><br/>**How do we support your career development?** <br/>Our personalized approach ensures academic success with Personal Tutors and support in writing, numeracy, and library skills. Undertake internships in areas like eating disorders, autism, and psychological factors related to assault. Gain Chartered Membership eligibility, opening doors to careers in psychology. Leverage year-long work placements for practical experience and increased employability. Plus, our graduates have landed roles in diverse sectors, from healthcare to business management. With our specialized course and personalized support, your career potential is limitless.<br/><br/>**Introducing our new Learning Framework**<br/>After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/