Psychology with Counselling at Aberystwyth University

The BSc Psychology with Counselling degree at Aberystwyth University combines the study of core psychological knowledge with the academic foundations of counselling. As part of this, you will be introduced to a range of therapeutic approaches and techniques, including person-centred, cognitive-behavioural and psychodynamic approaches to counselling. As a student on this course, you will take a hands-on, reflective approach to your learning and development. You will develop practical research skills, including qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, and specialist counselling-related skills, which you will develop through practical sessions, role play and one-to-one supervision across the scheme.

Why should you choose our Psychology with Counselling degree scheme?

• Our BSc Psychology with Counselling is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers on students who graduate with a minimum of a 2:2 the Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) Membership of the BPS, an indicator of quality and a pre-requisite for many post-graduate and professional training courses. 

• You should choose this course if you are looking to develop your skills, knowledge, and understanding of Psychology and how it can be applied in a practical way to counselling. You should also choose this course if you are looking for a course that is accredited by the BPS. Please note: this is an academic course, not a professional counselling course.

• Student Satisfaction
  At Aberystwyth, we work with you to help you become informed and curious thinkers. We use our teaching and research experience to inspire you and to give you the skills and confidence to do whatever you wish to do in the future. This is why, in 2017, the department was rated as “1st in Wales and 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction” (NSS 2017). 
• Equipping you for life
  All our degree schemes are designed with employability in mind and are accredited by the British Psychological Society – perfect for graduate-level careers or access to postgraduate training.  “96% of our graduates are in work or further study within 6 months of graduation, 4% more than Psychology graduates nationally” (HESA 2018)
• Friendly and Inclusive
  It is important for you to study in a supportive, student-focused environment. Our staff work hard to provide the guidance and encouragement you will need, which is why we ranked 1st for “Academic Support” across the UK (NSS, 2017). 

Employability

Our BSc Psychology with Counselling is an excellent foundation if you are considering a career in the social care or helping professions. The BPS accreditation will enable access to postgraduate and professional training in clinical and counselling psychology.   

Students from the department have progressed to a wide range of careers which include: 

• Clinical, Educational, Occupational, Sports and Exercise psychology;
• Psychotherapy and Counselling;
• Social Work;
• Health Care;
• Human Resources;
• Careers Advisory Service;
•  Marketing, Publishing, Advertising.

The skills you learn whilst studying here are highly sought after by employers and include:

• Research and Data analysis skills;
• Effective problem-solving skills;
• The ability to work independently and present material clearly and effectively;
• The ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner;
• Self-motivation and independence;
• Teamwork and project management skills;
• Information technology skills.