MEd Counselling Psychology at University of Education, Winneba

Programme overview

The MEd Counselling Psychology is a postgraduate taught pathway in the Department of Psychology and Education (School of Graduate Studies), delivered full time on the Winneba campus over 1 year full time, 2 years part time. It combines core modules, electives, seminars and a dissertation or capstone project for professional and analytical progression. Confirm the current structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

College: School of Graduate Studies | School: Department of Psychology and Education | Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time | Location: Winneba, Ghana

What you will study

Core modules lead into electives, seminars and a dissertation or capstone project. Confirm the current course structure on the official catalogue before you apply.

Career pathways

Public and private sector graduate roles, NGOs and international organisations, plus postgraduate and professional qualifications.

Official programme catalogue.

Application information

Graduate entry

A good first degree (Second Class Lower minimum) in a relevant field, plus transcripts and references via the School of Graduate Studies. MPhil applicants need a research proposal. PhD applicants need a research masters with thesis plus a doctoral proposal and interview.

Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. Competitive programmes set higher cut offs each year.

View official requirements

International applicants: USD 4,921 a year (2024/2025). Approved fees 2024/25, international postgraduate Masters freshers, all programmes (USD 4,921 total). Discounts: West Africa 30%, other Africa 20%, Caribbean 10%. 2025/26 international schedule not found; this is the 2024/25 approved fee Source

Fees are published yearly by the university and vary by college, regular versus fee paying routes and Ghanaian versus international status. Budget additionally for residential charges, practical levies and field trips where applicable.

Admissions portal | Official website.

Main intake: September each academic year. Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time.

Confirm live deadlines on the admissions portal before you submit documents.

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Check the entry requirements and cut off for your route.
Create an applicant profile on the admissions portal and buy the application voucher.
Select MEd Counselling Psychology, upload results and ID, and submit before the deadline.
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