Course summary
Course details may be subject to change.
The BA (Hons) Counselling Top-Up programme is designed for students who have completed a Foundation Degree or a CPCAB Level 4 Counselling qualification. This programme provides an excellent opportunity to advance their academic and professional development, enabling them to achieve a full Honours degree. The programme is tailored to equip students with the advanced skills, knowledge, and competencies necessary to excel in the counselling profession.
The programme aligns with the standards and competencies outlined in the SCoPEd (Scope of Practice and Education) framework. This framework, developed collaboratively by leading counselling and psychotherapy bodies in the UK, ensures that students are prepared to meet the professional standards required in the field. By completing this top-up degree, students enhance their ability to work within various therapeutic contexts, demonstrating their commitment to professional growth and ethical practice.
Subject to validation.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CO6F
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
New College Durham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- CO6F
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
You should hold a counselling qualification with a value of 240 credits (120 at Level 4 and 120 at Level 5). This will normally be satisfied if applicants hold a Foundation Degree or Counselling Diploma.
100 hours supervised counselling placement practice
Clear Enhanced DBS (this will be provided by New College Durham)
Individual Membership status with BACP/NCPS/UKCP
Currently in counselling practice
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Contextual admissions
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.