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Counselling and Mental Health BSc (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Learn how to improve the lives of those in need. You'll prepare for a challenging but rewarding career in health and social care on this counselling course.

As part of this counselling and mental health degree, you’ll:- Explore a wide range of theories within psychology, mental health, counselling, child development and psychotherapy- Combine theoretical knowledge with your ability to build effective therapeutic relationships - Study a variety of therapeutic approaches - Explore psychotherapeutic models including cognitive and behavioural development and look at theories on how mental health issues develop across the lifespan- Learn how to develop your interpersonal skills in order to build supportive, empathetic relationships between you and your clients This course will open employment opportunities across a range of roles. However, if you wish to focus on becoming a Counsellor, after graduating you'll be eligible to apply for postgraduate professionally accredited counselling course to fulfil the next step of your training. Our two-year MA Integrative Counselling will enable you to achieve qualified therapist status with the BACP.


Find out more

This course is suitable for those working in mental health services wanting to further their knowledge and career, or for those wishing to enter the health and care professions.


Tailor your studies

You’ll study a variety of therapeutic approaches and will be able to tailor the course to your career ambitions. On completion, you’ll be able to build positive therapeutic relationships that can foster positive change for your clients, for example with people experiencing anxiety, depression and addiction.


Enhance your career prospects

You’ll practise your counselling and interpersonal skills using our interview and feedback rooms. Engaging with work-based learning opportunities, by volunteering or working in a relevant setting, you'll reflect on how you use your practical skills in the real world. These activities will help you become a confident, globally minded and emotionally mature individual, enhancing your career prospects in counselling and mental health care.


Industry links

This course has been developed to offer awareness of ethical standards of practice. Your learning will be guided by expert academics from across the University, who include qualified and accredited counsellors, mental health nurses and psychologists.


Why study the Counselling and Mental Health course at Leeds Beckett University?

- 90% of students on BSc (Hons) Counselling & Mental Health were positive about the way teaching staff explain things-


Access to specialist facilities

- including our communications suite where you'll enhance your practical skills in a realistic setting- 90.6% of BSc (Hons) Counselling & Mental Health graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation


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Learn from industry experts


- with access to guest lecturers, speakers, and conferences-

Create the ideal study/life balance


- choose full-time or part-time study to suit you-

Study a course shaped by academic research


- you'll explore the latest knowledge and industry practicesNational Student Survey 2024Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    75th

  • Campus address

    Leeds Beckett University, City Campus, Leeds, Leeds, LS1 3HE, England

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Leeds Beckett is a global university, with an alumni community based in 174 countries around the world.
LBU degrees are available to study in-country in Botswana, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nepal, Singapore and Vietnam.
International students can apply for scholarships and receive in-country application support in China, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Qatar, and Vietnam.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    64th out of 73 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    124 69%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    57th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 73%

    58th

    22

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