BSc (Hons) Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling with foundation year

The BSc (Hons) Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling (with Foundation Year) at the University of Bolton offers students the chance to study psychology along with training in counselling and psychotherapy. This four-year course provides a firm grounding in both subjects, prepares students for careers in counselling psychology and related professions, and offers a thorough overview of the key philosophical, conceptual, and empirical foundations of psychology.Course Content: The foundation year is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for undergraduate study. Subsequent years explore areas such as developmental, social, cognitive, biopsychosocial and abnormal psychology. Students will also learn about ethical issues in research and psychotherapy, counselling skills and theories, and will get the opportunity to undertake a dissertation project in their final year.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counselling, Fundamental Statistical Skills, Biopsychological and Cognitive Aspects of Behaviour, and the Researching Social Issues in Psychology.Accreditations: This course is accredited by The British Psychological Society (BPS), and successful completion offers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of BPS.Future Careers: Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including mental health, counselling, human resources, and research. Further study opens opportunities in clinical or counselling psychology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.