MSc in Psychotherapy Studies MSc

The MSc in Psychotherapy Studies is a distinctive online programme offering comprehensive theoretical insight into the practice of psychotherapy. Rooted in an existential approach, this course draws primarily from philosophical traditions, focusing on what it means to be human and alive in the world. Rather than prescribing fixed answers, existential psychotherapy embraces a spirit of openness, encouraging inquiry into questions of meaning, truth, and personal experience.

While grounded in the existential approach, this programme also takes a broad and in-depth view of psychotherapy and counselling. It draws on contemporary research from a range of related disciplines - including psychology, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, and medical science - offering a truly rich and interdisciplinary learning experience.

Entirely online, the course requires no travel and is delivered via our user-friendly virtual learning environment, using the latest version of Moodle, the world-leading education platform. You can expect to commit approximately 12–15 hours per week, which includes engaging with reading and video materials, participating in online forums at times that suit you, and attending a weekly live seminar (one hour), scheduled in collaboration with your small group and led by a tutor.

The programme aims to:


• Develop expertise in existential philosophy and psychotherapy.



• Familiarise students with the range of interdisciplinary ideas and theories that are common among psychotherapy modalities and enable students to critically evaluate the ideas encountered.



• Develop an advanced ability to communicate theoretical understanding from a variety of perspectives and critically apply this understanding to themselves and their work with others, particularly the therapeutic relationship.



• Deepen knowledge and the ability to apply accurate and appropriate interpersonal, ethical, and cultural sensitivity and empathic understanding.



• Develop research skills relevant to psychotherapy theory and practice.