Counselling and Psychotherapy
University of Central LancashireCounselling and Psychotherapy BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
See entry requirements
Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
96 - 112 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Course Overview
Our BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy course will enable you to develop the skills you need to pursue a successful career working as a qualified counsellor with expertise in pluralistic practice.
Why study with us
- We offer one of the only undergraduate courses with a qualifying counselling placement embedded in the curriculum.
- Our team is made up of psychotherapists with extensive experience in their field who all continue to be in clinical practice.
- You will complete a placement portfolio of 100 clinical client hours and follow the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework in order to qualify as a practitioner.
What you'll do
- You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary issues in counselling.
- During the course you’ll complete a Professional Assessment Document demonstrating 100 hours of clinical practice.
- Gain life-long learning and recognition of the value of education and research.
Future Careers
This course will equip you with the skills you need to become a professional practitioner in the field of counselling.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Preston
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Medicine, Counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £27,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ