University of Greenwich

BSc Psychology with Counselling

University of Greenwich

Course overview

The BSc Psychology with Counselling at the University of Greenwich is designed to give students the necessary skills to understand human behaviour. The course blends psychology theory with practical learning to build a strong foundation in mental health and therapy.

During this programme, students will study how the mind works in different stages of life. They will also cover areas like cognitive psychology, neuroscience, social psychology, and counselling theory. They also become experts at implementing various counselling approaches in real-life situations.

Learning combines lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and research tasks, all led by academics and practising counsellors. Assessment includes written assignments, presentations, group work, exams, and a final research project.

The final-year research project, alongside hands-on workshops, provides real practical experience. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), giving eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership and preparing students for careers in counselling, mental health support, psychology, community work, or postgraduate study.

Entry requirements

Here are the entry requirements to study BSc Psychology with Counselling at the University of Greenwich:

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least 120 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as A Levels or the BTEC Extended Diploma.
  • For international students, the University of Greenwich accepts a wide range of qualifications specific to each country.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000

  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750

  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

With a BSc in Psychology with Counselling from the University of Greenwich, students can pursue a career in business as:

  • Counsellor
  • Clinical Psychologist (with further study)
  • Mental Health Support Worker
  • Community Support Officer
  • Research Assistant in Psychology

Cost of study

The tuition fee for a BSc in Psychology with Counselling in the University of Greenwich is £17,975 per year for the full-time option.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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