Psychology with Counselling

Description

Psychology is about people, how they think, act, react and interact. Counselling is about listening to people, giving them time and space to explore the issues which are important to them. So with our integrated course, you can explore two complementary and exciting disciplines.

This course differs from Psychology BSc (Hons) because it includes additional core modules relating to counselling skills, counselling theories and mental health and illness. To allow for this, you will not study some of the broader based modules such as ‘evolutionary psychology’ and ‘psychological perspectives’, though you may be able to choose one of them as an option.

The Psychology department at Sunderland is particularly strong. In 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 it received the highest ratings for overall student satisfaction in the North East of England, according to the National Student Survey.

In fact, Psychology at Sunderland was ranked in the top five in the UK for assessment and feedback, and personal development (self-confidence, communication skills, and problem solving). Sixth for academic support and eighth for teaching quality.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline 15th January/October Tuition fee

• GBP 7800 Year (EEA)
• GBP 9500 Year (International)

Start date September 2015 15th Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

Modules on this course include: Year 1 (national level 4)

• Genes to Mind (20 Credits)
• Mind to World (20 Credits)
• Foundations of Psychological Research (40 Credits)
• Introduction to Counselling Theories (20 Credits)
• Developing Reflective and Academic Skills (20 Credits)

Year 2 (national level 5)

• Moral and Antisocial Behaviour (20 Credits)
• Cradle to Grave (20 Credits)
• Psychological Research (40 Credits)
• Counselling Theories 2 (20 Credits)
• Introduction to Counselling Skills (20 Credits)

Final Year (national level 6)

• Empirical Project (40 Credits)
• From Lab to Life: Big Issues in Psychology (10 Credits)
• Mental Health and Illness (20 Credits)

Optional Modules (choose 50 Credits):

• Clinical Neuropsychology (20 Credits)
• Forensic Psychology (20 Credits)
• Occupational Psychology (20 Credits)
• Contemporary Evolutionary Psychology (20 Credits)
• Environmental Psychology (20 Credits)
• Psychology and the Real World (20 Credits)
• Remembering and Forgetting (20 Credits)
• Advanced Quantitative Methods (10 Credits)
• Cyberpsychology (10 Credits)
• Dark Personalities (10 Credits)
• Psychology of Art (10 Credits)

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 60(Grade C)

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

Our typical offer will be in the region of 260 points from a minimum of two A Levels or equivalent (for example 1 x AVCE double award).

We accept a maximum of 20 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications.

We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include Mathematics and English Language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

If you have already covered one or more of the topics covered by the course, and would like to apply for accreditation of prior learning (APL), please contact the course leader.

Other acceptable qualifications

BTEC National: 260 points from a BTEC Certificate or Diploma.

Access Courses: We would require successful completion of an Access to Higher Education course that is accredited by the Quality Assurance Agency. We would also require a minimum of grade C at GCSE in Mathematics and English Language or the equivalent as part of your course.

Scottish Highers: Our typical offer is for 260 points.

Irish Leaving Certificate: Our typical offer is for 260 points.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Sunderland.

Funding

Scholarships on offer include cash bursaries, reduced tuition fees, free accommodation and free public transport.

Accreditation

This course differs from Psychology BSc (Hons) because it includes additional core modules relating to counselling skills, counselling theories and mental health and illness. To allow for this, you will not study some of the broader based modules such as ‘evolutionary psychology’ and ‘psychological perspectives’, though you may be able to choose one of them as an option.