Applied Psychosocial and Psychotherapy Studies

Goldsmiths, University of London
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years SociologyPsychologyCounselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy

A-Level Entry

CCC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

About this course

Why study BA Applied Psychosocial & Psychotherapy Studies at Goldsmiths A multidisciplinary degree where you are taught counselling and psychotherapy practices but also learn about the social and cultural contexts of their production.

  • This is an innovative multidisciplinary degree, concerned with the interrelationship between self, psyche and society. It promotes a psychosocial framework of understanding the interconnections between the personal and the social, inner and outer worlds, as well as the social conditions to mental health.

  • You will be equipped with skills and a critical understanding to work in the mental health field but also in educational, therapeutic and other settings that engage with vulnerable and marginalised individuals and groups.

  • The degree will be of great relevance to those who wish to undertake further theoretical studies or formal clinical training as counsellors and/or psychotherapists.

  • You'll be taught by a highly experienced team of academics, therapists and counsellors.

  • You'll develop your understanding of counselling and therapy practices, and their social and cultural contexts.

  • We place great importance on your unique life experiences and personal qualities, and encourage you to continuously question your values in relation to what you are learning.

  • We'll encourage you to develop your imagination, creativity and risk-taking ability, and will promote the importance of challenging orthodoxy.

  • We're committed to widening participation and life-long learning.

  • Our diverse mix of students helps create an inventive and stimulating environment.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCC
    Scottish Higher CCCCC
    Scottish Advanced Higher CCD
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £26,000

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £26,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    1172 Social services managers and directors
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2319 Teaching professionals
    2462 Probation officers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology, Psychology, Counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £26,000