Psychology with Counselling (with Foundation Year)
Bournemouth UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling (with Foundation Year) at Bournemouth University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Counselling psychology uses theory and research in therapy to help clients with difficult life issues and/or mental health conditions. A particular strength of this degree is the excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity you’ll develop. Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling (with Foundation Year option) at BU? - Develop a well-rounded knowledge of all areas of psychology with a particular focus on reflective practice and person-centred communication skills. - Excellent communication skills and awareness of diversity are essential should you wish to go o... International tuition fees are £19,635 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 54 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,635
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £28,500 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £28,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £30,500 | £37,000 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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