BSc Therapeutic Psychology and Counselling
Course overview
This programme is designed for aspiring therapists who want to shape the future of mental health support. University of Roehampton offers a rich, practice-based learning experience grounded in compassion, scientific evidence, and professional development. Throughout the course, you’ll develop strong counselling skills and reflective abilities that are essential for the daily practice of mental health professionals and therapists.
Learn how to apply your knowledge and skills in real-world contexts through interactive workshops, role plays, and reflective assignments, and explore the importance of evidence-based research in therapy by completing your own project on a topic that inspires you.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements
- 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent)
- International Baccalaureate: SL grade 4 or HL grade 3 (Language A - first language) OR SL grade 6 or HL grade 5 (Language B)
English Language Requirements
- Applicants whose first language is not English will usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5.
Scholarships
20% Tuition Fee Discount
A 20% tuition fee discount for all alumni of the University.
Up to 20% of feesCountry Scholarships
Country Scholarship A: This award is worth £2,500. Country Scholarship B: This award is worth £1,500 to each successful applicants who enrols.
Engineering and Technology Scholarship
£3,000 for all overseas fee-paying students applying for one of the new Engineering and Technology Undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000Esports Scholarships
Up to 20 cash scholarships, worth £2,000 per year of your degree, are available to students who demonstrate aptitude in esports.
Up to £2,000International Excellence Scholarship - Postgraduate
Scholarships value: £4000 scholarships (1 year); £2500 scholarships (1 year); £1000 scholarships (1 year).
International Excellence Scholarship - Undergraduate
£4,000 scholarships (x3 years); £2,500 scholarships (x3 years); £1,000 scholarships (x3 years).
Roehampton Higher Technical Qualification (HNC/ HND) Scholarship
The scholarships are worth £2000, paid for the length of your course.
Up to £2,000Roehampton Women in Esports Scholarship
Up to four scholarships available to first year students starting in September, each worth up to £2,000 a year.
Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (Education)
£2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.
Up to £2,000Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (General)
£2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.
Up to £2,000Southlands College Teaching Scholarships
£2,500 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.
Up to £2,500The London Methodist Bursary Fund
£1,000 bursary payment are offered to students of the University of Roehampton.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of BSc Therapeutic Psychology and Counselling can pursue roles such as:
- School Counsellor
- Clinical Psychologist
- Counseling Psychologist
- Counsellor
Cost of study
The cost of the BSc Therapeutic Psychology and Counselling programme for international students is £16,950 per year (2025/2026), subject to annual increases.
Admission
Applications for this course are submitted through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about the admission process and receive guidance to meet all programme requirements.
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