Psychology and Counselling | University of Salford

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Course summary

A degree in psychology and counselling offers diverse career opportunities due to the strong emphasis on essential people skills and knowledge for effective interaction with individuals and teams. This programme equips you with a solid foundation in both psychology and counselling, focusing on innovative learning methods and practical experience.

The course is designed to enhance your theoretical understanding and practical application of psychology and counselling principles. You will develop key skills through various learning styles and gain practical experience, which will serve as a basis for further study and training in counselling. Your final year will feature a supervised research project, allowing you to investigate a psychology topic of your choice.

Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this degree provides a Graduate Basis for Registration. This registration is the initial step towards becoming a chartered psychologist. The programme also includes an optional work placement, offering valuable real-life experience.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: CL85
Institution code:: S03

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2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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85 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

85 Go onto work and study

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