Counselling & Psychotherapy, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Counselling and Psychotherapy prepares students to work as qualified counsellors with expertise in pluralistic practice. Students complete a placement portfolio of 100 clinical client hours and follow the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical framework.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include The Human Being in Context, Introduction to Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Key Issues in Counselling and Psychotherapy, Contemporary Pluralistic Theory and Practice, Research Design and Process, Advanced Pluralistic Counselling Practice, Practice Placement and a Dissertation.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104-112 points at A2; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*; Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS points; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level Subjects; T Level: M; IELTS: 6.0 with no Component lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including English or equivalent; Applicants are required to attend a selection day when they will be interviewed for the course; A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course. A clear enhanced DBS check is required. International applicants: successful completion of the first year of a recognised university degree, or an Ordinary National Diploma (Lower Credit). English language: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (or equivalent), or West African School Certificate English grade C6 (WASSCE C6).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK full-time tuition; placement year fee £1,955 not included Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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