Person-centred-experiential counselling and psychotherapy is internationally recognised. Evidence suggests it's one of the leading therapeutic approaches to mental health and wellbeing, and it continues to develop important practical applications and theoretical knowledge.
Our long-established postgraduate courses in counselling have offered a unique opportunity to gain in-depth experience of the person-centred-experiential methods applied in counselling and psychotherapy, to Masters level. Our courses have an international reputation and attract students from the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, China, and India.
The MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy course has been restructured to meet evolving standards for evidence-based practice, rising educational standards, increased professional regulation, and rapid social and economic change. You'll gain a solid grounding and thorough integration of theory, research and practice, as well as a capacity to engage with the wider field of human distress and wellbeing, including private, public and third sector mental health agencies.
Vicki, MSc student from Shanghai, China
Academic requirements/experience First-class or Second-class Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification and a certificate in counselling skills. This could be the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills (offered by the Centre for Lifelong Learning) or the equivalent. The equivalent must contain at least 40 hours of counselling skills practice in triads, teach the basics of person-centred counselling and make use of large or tutor groups for processing. This should be completed or in the process of completion, with an expected/anticipated completion date ahead of the course start date. A strong application demonstrating why you've chosen to work with the person-centred approach. We do receive more applications than we have places to offer and the calibre of applicant is high. Due to stiff competition for places, deferral is not offered. English language requirements Please check our English requirements before making your application. PVG & overseas police check requirements Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme All applicants who are offered a place on the programme will be required to either join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or apply for an update if they are already a member. This process is completed via the University and must be completed before your placement begins. Certificate of Good Conduct (CoGC) If you have lived outside the UK for three consecutive months or more within the five years before your placement begins, including time spent in your country of birth, you will be required to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (CoGC) or Police Certificate from each relevant country. For full details, please visit our PVG & CoGC Requirements page .