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PostgraduateMSc

Counselling and Psychotherapy

London Metropolitan University
Islington, England
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2 yearsDuration
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Course Overview

Offered by London Metropolitan University, the MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in psychology. Based in Islington, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Why study this course? This Counselling and Psychotherapy MSc course will give you the academic and practical training to become eligible to practice as a counsellor. We offer an integrative approach to counselling and psychotherapy based upon person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, and psychodynamic therapeutic frameworks, which will enable you to succeed in your future career in the counselling professions. This course places value on learning through experience, collaborative projects in small groups, as well as reflective, non-discriminatory, and ethical counselling practice. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 70% student satisfaction rating, and a 88% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Person-Centred Counselling Practice
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Approaches
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Theories
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Counselling Skills and Therapeutic Relationships
Diversity
Ethics and Professional Practice
Advanced Clinical Practice and Supervision
Reflective Practice and Professional Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

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

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
2%Studying
12%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
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London Metropolitan University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
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About London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University offers Counselling and Psychotherapy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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