BA (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling
University of SuffolkEast Coast College (Great Yarmouth), United Kingdom
Course overview
This course will provide a range of opportunities for you to learn about yourself, whilst developing the skills required to become a fully qualified person-centred counsellor. | You will develop a strong theoretical knowledge base, alongside the practical skills needed to become an effective person-centred counsellor. You will experience an exciting, demanding, yet rewarding programme which will enrich your life and develop your critical reflections skills. | Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments. | On completion of this degree you are eligible to apply for individual membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Key highlights
- Trains you to become a fully qualified person-centred counsellor
- Combines strong theoretical knowledge with practical counselling skills
- Develops self-awareness and critical reflection skills
- Typically only 1-2 days per week on campus
- Flexible structure lets you continue working alongside your studies
- Graduates eligible to apply for individual BACP membership
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Text: 112 UCAS tariff points (or above)
- A-level: BBC — A-Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC: DMM
- T-level: Merit — T Level: Merit
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Person-centred counsellor
- Counsellor
- Student counsellor
- Wellbeing practitioner
- Bereavement counsellor
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £16,000
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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