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MSc Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision)

University of Salford

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Peel Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This flexible and practice-based master's course in Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision) is designed for fully qualified, professional counsellors and psychotherapists. Structured around an in-depth clinical supervision training module, this course allows you to advance your expertise in counselling and psychotherapy in the areas most relevant to your professional practice.

The programme enables you to:

  • Train as a clinical supervisor and further develop your therapeutic skills, applying your learning in complex professional contexts.
  • Enhance your critical understanding of the theoretical knowledge underpinning practice and improve your ability to critically appraise research evidence.
  • Tailor your learning to meet your professional needs through a flexible course structure.

Throughout the course, you will:

  • Gain advanced knowledge in counselling and psychotherapy through a course structure that you can adapt to fit your professional training needs.
  • Improve your employment and earning prospects by becoming a trained supervisor.
  • Benefit from the latest thinking in theory, practice, and research from leading experts in the field.

Please note: Only fully qualified counsellors or psychotherapists can apply for this course. If you are not yet qualified, consider applying for the MSc/PGDip Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Professional Training).

Course pathways

As part of this programme, you have multiple study pathways available:

  • One-year full-time pathway
  • Two-year part-time pathway
  • Three-year part-time pathway

Supervision training qualifications and exit options:

  • MSc Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision)
  • PgDip Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision)
  • PgCert Supervision in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Helping Relationships

For more information, please visit the full course page on the University of Salford website.

Teaching and learning

This course is designed to meet the needs of qualified counsellors who have completed professional training in counselling. Students can select the combination of modules that best meets their individual training needs. A variety of teaching and learning strategies are employed, including:

  • Theory and practice-related lectures
  • Experiential workshops
  • Experiential group work

Assessment

The course uses both formative and summative assessment methods. Formative assessments help students gauge their progress during each module and prepare for summative assessments. These may include peer and tutor reviews, feedback on written work, reflective reviews, blogs, and online discussions.

Summative assessment strategies include:

  • Written essays on theory and practice
  • Portfolios addressing theory and practice issues
  • Presentations, including poster presentations
  • Supervised research dissertation

What about after university?

This post-qualifying course in Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies (Supervision) equips you with the skills and knowledge to conduct advanced studies in counselling and psychotherapy, significantly enhancing your career prospects. Graduates may progress to roles such as specialist or senior counsellor, counselling service manager, or even pursue academic careers. The course’s focus on a range of perspectives also positions you to contribute to the health and social care sectors with a heightened level of contextual awareness.

Upon successful completion, you may also consider advancing your studies further by pursuing a PhD.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,380per year

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

University information

University of Salford

  • University League Table

    73rd

  • Campus address

    University of Salford, The Crescent, Salford, Manchester, M5 4WT, England

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    71st out of 122

    83rd out of 118 1

    20th out of 73 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    121 55%

    72nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    81st

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    35th

    17
  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    122 57%

    74th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    102nd

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    87th

    23
  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    142 79%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    18th

    17
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    36th

    7

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