BSc (Hons) Counselling

The BSc (Hons) Counselling course at the University of East London (UEL) offers a holistic approach towards understanding the theories, philosophies and practice of counselling, grounded in social and scientific disciplines. This course allows students to gain hands-on experience through placements which form an integral part of the program, thereby preparing students to either enter the world of professional counselling or proceed towards higher research levels.Course Content: The course gives students a mix of academic and practical experiences through modules that focus on a variety of counselling theories, professional and ethical issues, and client groups in counselling. The course also incorporates the elements of personal and professional development, includes practical training and allows students to engage in work-related learning to gain valuable industry experience.Key Modules: Key Modules in the course include Counselling Skills and Theory, Professional and Ethical Issues, Client Groups in Counselling, Personal and Professional Development, and Work-Related Learning.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), ensuring that it meets the appropriate professional standards for a counselling course and that students graduating from the program are eligible for BACP membership.Future Careers: Graduates from this course will be equipped to work as professional counsellors in various settings, including schools, health and community sectors, and in the voluntary sector. They can also choose to pursue further study as researchers or lecturers, or to train as counselling psychologists.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.