BSc (Hons.) Psychology with Counselling

The Psychology and Counselling BSc (Hons) degree at Coventry University intertwines the study of psychology and counselling to promote understanding of both disciplines. The course lets students develop a psychological understanding of human behaviour and the practical skills needed to become a counsellor, along with exploring the therapeutic techniques used in healing.Course Content: The course consists of theoretical study and practical training. This will include lessons in cognitive psychology, social psychology, lifespan development, and research methods. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement to gain practical experience.Key Modules: The key modules in the course include Psychology in the Real World, Researching Psychology 1, Constructing the Self, and Researching Psychology 2 in the first year. In the second year, students study modules like Social and Cognitive Psychology, Development and Personality, and Counselling Theory 1. In the final year, key modules involve Psychology and Social Issues, Counselling Theory 2, Counselling Skills, and Psychology Project.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing Graduate Membership (MBPsS) and the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).Future Careers: On completion of this degree, students can pursue careers in several fields such as educational psychology, forensic psychology, health psychology, and counselling psychology. Graduates can also opt to pursue further study at a postgraduate level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.