BA (Hons) Psychology with Counselling Studies

BA (Hons) Psychology with Counselling Studies

Counselling and psychology are closely related, and the BA (Hons) Psychology Studies with Counselling Studies degree offers a stimulating combination of psychology and counselling skills, giving you versatile knowledge and skills you can apply to virtually any career. You'll learn how counselling fits within the overall discipline of psychology and develop counselling skills and techniques to manage behaviour and get the best out of people.

To begin our Psychology and Counselling degree course you will gain an understanding of the core areas of psychology, and specific applications such as forensic psychology.

Through the BA (Hons) Psychology Studies with Counselling Studies degree you will discover the nature and scope of counselling psychology and become familiar with basic counselling skills and the process of communication. You'll examine the interrelationships between psychology and counselling and other relevant disciplines and gain knowledge of how to analyse the processes underpinning counselling skills.

You will discover the psychological mechanisms involved in unhelpful behaviours and set goals for a proposed process of counselling.

Entry Requirements

For full details of entry requirements to the BA (Hons) Psychology Studies with Counselling Studies course, please speak to one of our specialist course advisors on 0800 056 3983 who will talk you through qualifications you need.

Where will I go from here?

Many graduates with a BA (Hons) Psychology Studies with Counselling Studies find success in careers that aren't psychology and counselling-related, but where their training has been useful. Career opportunities include jobs within social welfare or education. But qualifications can also open doors to areas such as advertising, media and market research.

This degree is not BPS accredited. In order to pursue studies within the psychology profession itself, such as educational, clinical, occupational or forensic psychology you must convert your degree through BPS accredited postgraduate training.

What will I gain?

When successfully completing a module you'll gain 20 credits. In order to gain an Honours Degree in Psychology Studies with Counselling Studies you will need to obtain a total of 360 credits - 120 credits at each level. However, if you prefer to graduate early, you can choose from the following Intermediate Awards.

  • Ordinary Degree - 300 credits (15 modules)
  • Diploma of Higher Education - 240 credits (12 modules) 
  • Certificate of Higher Education - 120 credits (6 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Certificate - 40 credits (2 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Associate Certificate - 20 credits (1 module)

Remember that whichever option you choose; you'll receive only one final award.

Assessment

There are a number of assessments that you complete as part of your studies and forward to your academic tutor for grading and comments.

You'll also take a summative assessment at the end of your module. Summative assessments include coursework, exams or a mix of both. Summative assessments take place three times a year and exam venues are located around the UK. Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in psychology and counselling, and you will work with step-by-step modules to guide your learning.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Course code

K23

Additional fees

Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.

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ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Level 1

Skills for Learning and Psychology 

This module encourages you to consider yourself as a learner and explore how your learning potential can be maximised to aid the achievement of personal objectives. The main topics covered include learning styles, stress management, work life balance and continuing professional development. You'll also learn how to develop your general study skills - essay writing, effective reading and note taking, critical thinking, taking part in research, accessing library information, using computers and online research.

Key Topics

  • Learning styles
  • Stress management and work-life balance
  • Continuing professional development
  • Skills development - essay writing, effective reading and note taking, critical thinking and analysis, taking part in research, accessing sources of information, using computers and online resources

Introduction to Psychology 1 

This module will introduce you to psychology, its context, core themes and key approaches. You'll cover a number of exciting topics including the historical background of psychology, inter-relationships with other disciplines, cognitive psychology and individual and group differences.

Key topics

  • Historical background
  • Inter-relationships with other disciplines
  • Approaches to psychology
  • Cognitive psychology

Modules 3-18 offered by University of East London

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

Level 1

  • Introduction to Psychology 2
  • Research Methods and Statistics 1
  • Sociology of Education (Option)
  • Communities, Learning and Education (Option)
  • Diaspora Communities in the UK (Option)
  • Sociological Perspectives of Childhood and Child Development (Option)
  • An Introduction to Citizenship (Option)

Level 2

  • Social Psychology
  • Cognitive Psychology and Psychobiology
  • Research Methods and Statistics 2
  • Personality and Development Psychology
  • Community Development, Politics, Policy and Practice (Option)
  • Social Policy and Legislation for Children and Families (Option)
  • Creative Writing, Fiction and Community (Option)
  • Key Concepts in Citizenship (Option)

Level 3

  • Professional Development and Advanced Issues
  • Professional Psychological Studies
  • Psychology of Education (Option)
  • Work Psychology (Option)
  • Forensic Psychology (Option)
  • Health Psychology (Option)
  • Educational Issues and Special Educational Needs (Option)
  • Contemporary Issues in Education and Training (Option)
  • Multicultural and Global Citizenship (Option)
  • Community Arts Education in Transition (Option)

 

At ICS, we make it as easy as possible for you to get started on the degree programme of your choice by enrolling you on two modules.

When you contact us we will take you through a pre-entry process.  Once you decide to proceed, you will then have a telephone interview with an ICS advisor, receive a 'pre-entry' pack with content such as a learning styles assessment and basic study skills information etc.

ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

To find out more simply call 0800 056 3983 now.

 

BA (Hons) Degree)

1st Two Modules

Pre-entry fee

 £                        275.00

1st Installment

 £                        224.80

2nd Installment

 £                        224.80

3rd Installment

 £                        224.80

4th Installment

 £                        224.80

5th Installment

 £                        224.80

Successful completion of the first two modules will then enable students to complete the full undergraduate programme.

For further details please do not hesitate to contact us.