Course Overview
Offered by University of Cumbria, the MA Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in health sciences. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. If you're interested in supporting people and the world of the psyche intrigues you, you can make an immense impact on the lives of others by becoming a counsellor or psychotherapist. Develop as a therapist and explore your interests through a range of practical exercises and academic challenges. In your clinical practice, support people as they work through their life challenges, mental health struggles, relationship difficulties and experiences of loss. International tuition fees are £16,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,240 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and a 81% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,240
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 — University of Cumbria
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £32,000 | £36,000 |
| 3 years | £31,000 | £38,000 | £44,000 |
| 5 years | £33,000 | £41,500 | £48,000 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06-07). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About University of Cumbria
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