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UndergraduateBachelor of ScienceUCAS: CPSF

Counselling and Psychotherapy with Foundation Year

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
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4 yearsDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The BSc Counselling and Psychotherapy with Foundation Year at Buckinghamshire New University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping future generations. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This course includes an additional foundation year at the start of the course which helps prepare you for full time undergraduate study at BSc level. It is a 4 year course and available to you if you didn't quite meet the entry requirements or want longer to prepare for full time study. At the end of the foundation year you will begin to study the 3 year degree plan, and you will qualify with the same degree award at the end of the course. International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Study Skills and Academic Literacy
Introduction to Psychology and Human Behaviour
Biological Foundations of Psychology
Research Methods and Statistics
Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology and Group Behaviour
Counselling Skills and Communication
Personal and Professional Development in Mental Health
UCAS Code:CPSF
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

EE - CD

UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of 2 A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.

UCAS Points32

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£63,640

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

What are the tuition fees

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH22-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

64%Working
10%Studying
13%Work & Study
4%Seeking Work
58%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH22-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University offers Counselling and Psychotherapy with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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