Counselling (Level 6 top-up)
- BA (Hons)
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Counselling (Top Up) programme is theory and research-focused, designed primarily to provide a pathway for those who are typically already qualified as counsellors but wish to build upon their current level of training (Level 5). Additionally, this programme is structured to accommodate students who have secure knowledge within the field of counselling, with the aim of further development and the skills with the application of research to graduate level. The
programme adopts a humanistic approach to counselling practice; the ‘humanistic’ label is an umbrella term for counselling approaches which are client-centred and fundamentally focused on the therapeutic relationship. Students will continue to show high level of self-awareness and, consequently, students will continue to embark upon a journey of personal development throughout the programme.
The degree programme offers students the opportunity to engage with a contemporary curriculum, informed by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Guidelines for Stage 3 Core Practitioner Training (2022), the BACP Gold book criteria for the accreditation of training courses (2021), and the subject benchmarks for Counselling and Psychotherapy (QAA, 2022).
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- B942
- Institution code:
- B38
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants would typically have formal training in counselling and/or psychotherapy, with a minimum of 100 supervised client hours and membership of BACP or equivalent professional association with code of ethics. Applicants who have completed a Level 4 Therapeutic Counselling Diploma may be considered through recognition of prior learning and will be required to submit additional documentary evidence including two references and a written case study. Additionally, those who have other counselling related qualifications (e.g. Psychology and Counselling) but not
wanting to obtain practitioner status could be considered for entry onto the course. Applicants’ suitability for the course will be considered in an interview/assessment as part of the admissions process.
In line with the priority which it gives to promoting opportunities for lifelong learning and widening access to Higher Education, the University welcomes applications from prospective students who are seeking to gain exemption from some parts of an academic programme by gaining recognition for prior learning. Such claims may be based either on a previous course of study or on experience gained in paid employment or voluntary activities, bridging assignments are also available if required. If a prospective student has recently completed a relevant previous qualification within the last 5 years, they may apply for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) in line with the relevant BGU Code of Practice.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | 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.
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