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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: P9B4

Communication and Counselling Studies

Ulster University
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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3 yearsDuration
£17,490Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
82%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Communication and Counselling Studies at Ulster University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. This interdisciplinary and skills-focused degree programme: •Provides students with a theoretical, empirical and experiential understanding of applied communication studies within interpersonal, professional, social and cultural contexts. •Offers students an introduction to counselling theories, skills and ethical-decision-making. •Equips students with knowledge to identify opportunities to plan and undertake interdisciplinary research in the fields of communication, counselling studies and mental health. International tuition fees are £17,490 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 78% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Communication Theory
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Counselling Theories and Practice
Ethics in Counselling and Healthcare
Research Methods in Social Sciences
Mental Health and Wellbeing Studies
Professional Communication in Organisations
Reflective Practice and Personal Development
UCAS Code:P9B4
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC

Applicants can satisfy the requirement for an A-Level Grade C by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.

International Baccalaureate

24 points

To include a minimum 12 at higher level.

UCAS Points104

🗣️ 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

£17,490

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£52,470

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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

UK subject sector benchmark — your course's specific salary data is suppressed or not yet published

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-05 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

73%Working
5%Studying
9%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
53%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-05 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.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
82%
Learning opportunities
83%
Assessment and feedback
81%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
68%
Learning resources
82%
Student voice
68%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Ulster University

Ulster University offers Communication and Counselling Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#61UK Ranking
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