Psychology with Counselling BSc(Hons)

This undergraduate Psychology with Counselling BSc(Hons) degree combines the theory of psychology with practical counselling approaches, helping you build the skills required to help people in need. This includes people who have lost someone, gone through a distressing unpleasant experience, or battled an illness. We’ll look at the science of mind and behaviour – the Psychology side of the course, and at the different types of Counselling approaches.

You’ll explore a wide range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred psychology, and psychodynamic therapy. You’ll also explore health and wellbeing in day-to-day life, and how to support other people. The course has an applied focus, looking at the theory and practice of counselling and psychology.

In Yorkshire and the Humber, we’ve ranked 4th for Psychology in the Guardian League Tables 2026 and 2nd for Social Work in the Complete University Guide 2026. Also, in the National Student Survey 2025, Huddersfield is ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback, organisation, management, and learning resources, as well as top 10 in the UK for academic support, learning resources, and student voice (counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy). Accredited by the British Psychological Society, you’ll be able to apply for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership if you graduate with a Lower Second Class Honours or higher and complete the empirical psychology project.