MSc Integrative Counselling
12 monthsProgramme duration
13,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
JanStarting Month
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Discover how integrative counselling can support personal growth, relational depth and professional development. The Postgraduate Diploma / MSc Integrative Counselling at Birmingham Newman University offers a reflective and practice-based route into the counselling profession. Grounded in relational and person-centred values, the course introduces two core therapeutic approaches: Gestalt and Psychodynamic. You will be supported in developing a flexible and responsive framework that meets the needs of diverse clients. The programme combines academic learning, clinical experience and personal development within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Discover how integrative counselling can support personal growth, relational depth and professional development. The Postgraduate Diploma / MSc Integrative Counselling at Birmingham Newman University offers a reflective and practice-based route into the counselling profession. Grounded in relational and person-centred values, the course introduces two core therapeutic approaches: Gestalt and Psychodynamic. You will be supported in developing a flexible and responsive framework that meets the needs of diverse clients. The programme combines academic learning, clinical experience and personal development within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Admission Requirements
2.7+
6.5+
We welcome students from all backgrounds and accept a wide range of qualifications. If yours aren’t listed, don’t worry – our Admissions Team can help you explore your options. See full entry requirements.
You must have a 1st degree in any subject (minimum 2:2 or equivalent) and level 3 or 4 certificate in counselling skills with experience of having used skills in a workplace or voluntary setting. Successful admission onto the programme is also dependent upon demonstrating your suitability to undertake clinical training at interview. It may be possible in some cases for you to enter the programme without the Level 3 certificate where you can demonstrate in the application that you have acquired the specific competencies outlined in the BACP Counselling Skills Competency Framework either through an equivalent training programme or though practical experience in a voluntary or workplace setting.
Applicants will normally be invited to a selection day for a group task and individual interview.
If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of 6.5, with no element below 6.0. (Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information).
Consideration will be given to applicants with lower grade in qualifications (e.g. a 3rd class degree or non-honours degree) who have a relevant range of post study professional experience. Professional experience will be considered by the programme leader in conjunction with the quality office on an individual basis.
Non-Academic Requirements:
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
You must have a 1st degree in any subject (minimum 2:2 or equivalent) and level 3 or 4 certificate in counselling skills with experience of having used skills in a workplace or voluntary setting. Successful admission onto the programme is also dependent upon demonstrating your suitability to undertake clinical training at interview. It may be possible in some cases for you to enter the programme without the Level 3 certificate where you can demonstrate in the application that you have acquired the specific competencies outlined in the BACP Counselling Skills Competency Framework either through an equivalent training programme or though practical experience in a voluntary or workplace setting.
Applicants will normally be invited to a selection day for a group task and individual interview.
If English is not your first language, you must have an IELTS score of 6.5, with no element below 6.0. (Other English language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information).
Consideration will be given to applicants with lower grade in qualifications (e.g. a 3rd class degree or non-honours degree) who have a relevant range of post study professional experience. Professional experience will be considered by the programme leader in conjunction with the quality office on an individual basis.
Non-Academic Requirements:
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
1 Year
Jan
Tuition fees
Domestic
11,300 GBP
International
13,500 GBP
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