Psychology and Counselling Studies BSc (Hons) at Birmingham Newman University

Programme overview

The BSc Psychology and Counselling Studies at Birmingham Newman University offers a thoughtful and encouraging learning environment where you can explore human behaviour and develop practical skills to support others. This three-year honours degree is suited to those seeking to broaden their understanding of psychological theory while building reflective and empathic skills that are valued across many sectors. You will benefit from a course structure that combines academic rigour with opportunities to apply learning in real-world settings, helping you link theory to practice.

Department: Counselling | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules – Year 1: Applications of Psychology, Research Design and Analysis, Foundations of Psychology, Human Development and Relationships, Psychodynamic Counselling, Principles and Skills in Psychological Inquiry and Learning.

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Entry requirements

A-Level: Grade profile of BBC or 112 UCAS Tariff Points. BTEC: Grade profile of DMM. This can be achieved from either an Extended National Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. T-levels: A T-level with an overall Merit grade. International applicants: Secure English Language Test equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK students; full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2026/27). International students; full-time Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://my.newman.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=BSS3PYCO1NWFD&code2=0030

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