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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: C847

Psychosocial Studies with Principles of Psychodynamic Counselling

Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
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3 yearsDuration
£18,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
90%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the BA (Hons) Psychosocial Studies with Principles of Psychodynamic Counselling at Birkbeck, University of London. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. This BA Psychosocial Studies with Principles of Psychodynamic Counselling is a unique course that brings together psychoanalytic theory, psychodynamic practice and psychosocial thinking around issues of equality and social justice. Why choose this course? - Taught by experienced practising therapists and organisational consultants, this course provides an opportunity for you to explore key ideas of psychodynamic therapy and the social determinants of distress. - It is ideal if you wish to train as a therapist or are interested in understanding the unconscious dynamics within helping r... International tuition fees are £18,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission.

What You'll Learn

Introduction to Psychodynamic Theory
Unconscious Processes and Defence Mechanisms
Foundations of Psychoanalytic Counselling
Psychosocial Perspectives on Inequality and Power
Therapeutic Listening and Relational Practice
Group Dynamics and Organisational Behaviour
Social Determinants of Psychological Distress
Integrative Psychodynamic Practice and Professional Development
UCAS Code:C847
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,500

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£55,500

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
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Student Satisfaction

Broad subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
90%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
77%
Academic support
80%
Organisation and management
65%
Learning resources
81%
Student voice
82%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

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About Birkbeck, University of London

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